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Yanina Nahum

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Bio

I am originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Received my bachelor degree there and worked in industry for 3 years until I decided to start a new life in the US doing a PhD. I enjoy teaching and share my knowledge with new students (mentor). I also consider myself a ‘problem solver’ and enjoy finding solutions to both manageable and complex issues. I have been living with diabetes for almost 12 years. Living with type 1 diabetes in the US is definitely a big challenge, as all the medications are quite expensive. I am also currently pregnant with my first baby!! Although managing type 1 diabetes, gradschool and pregnancy at the same time can be challenging, all the help and support from friends and family inspire me to keep growing and reaching my goals!

Education

University of Notre Dame

Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
2018 - 2024
  • Majors:
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Environmental Services

    • Dream career goals:

    • Supervisor of quality control

      CONUAR - (Argentina)
      Present

    Sports

    Soccer

    Present

    Research

    • Chemical Engineering

      Universidad de Buenos Aires — Researcher
      Present
    • Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering

      University of Notre Dame — Main researcher- graduate student
      Present

    Arts

    • Make south bend

      pottery
      pottery plates, mugs
      Present

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Club ciudad de Buenos Aires — Lead children activities
      Present

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Entrepreneurship