Hello, I am an honors student pursuing dual degrees in Neuroscience and Biochemistry with a minor in Addiction and Substance Use. As the opioid epidemic and drug landscape continues to shape our world, I am interested in finding more effective interventions for substance use disorders (SUD's).Upon completing my Bachelor's degree, I will attend a MD/PhD program to further my academic career with the goal of becoming a physician scientist. I plan on pursuing translational pharmacology research and hope to explore novel SUD treatments.Outside of academics, I am intimately involved in public health and community outreach initiatives that actively combat substance misuse and the opioid epidemic. I actively seek opportunities to engage my community and promote access to harm reduction resources. I am committed to using my background in neuroscience and public health to provide accurate, nonjudgmental drug education. These experiences have provided a nuanced view of the opioid epidemic and highlighted the significance of SUD research.As I continue my career in academics and research, I am excited to collaborate with others to shape the future of substance research.