Emily Raiff

When and how did you realize that you wanted to study Genetics & Genomics?

I was first introduced to Genetics & Genomics in my high school AP Biology course, and I was immediately drawn to the fast pace by which our knowledge of the field is expanding. In college, I fell in love with Genetics and Genomics research and couldn’t imagine myself doing anything else

Why did you choose the Genetics & Genomics Ph.D. program at A&M?

I chose the Genetics & Genomics Ph.D. program at A&M because I am in awe of the opportunities that come as a result of this being an interdisciplinary program. I wanted to come to A&M specifically because I admire the community and sense of pride associated with being an Aggie.

If you were free to choose anything, what research question/topic would you like to address for your graduate studies?

If I could choose anything, I think it would be interesting to study the role of genetics in drug metabolism and how this can improve the concept of personalized medicine.

Fun Facts:

• Do you have any hidden talents? If so, what are they.

I have played violin since I was 8 years old, and I can also solve a Rubik’s cube fairly quickly.

• Do you have any pets? If so, please tell us about them.

I have a Samoyed puppy named Charmin. Yes, I named her after the toilet paper. And yes, she is indeed ultra soft. Her instagram is @charmintheicebear

• Favorite place you have travelled to.

Mosjøen, Norway is the most beautiful town I have ever travelled to. After climbing over 3000 stone stairs, each built by sherpas from Nepal, the view of the fjord is breathtaking.