Emily Scala

Emily Scala is a junior at Gill St. Bernard’s School. Her STEM interests include computational biology and the intersection of biology, technology, and medicine. Through a summer internship in the Steven Marx Lab at Columbia University, Emily gained hands-on research experience and worked alongside an MD/PhD student, developing her understanding of laboratory research and the scientific process. She hopes to continue exploring computational approaches to understanding biological systems and advancing scientific discovery. At school, Emily plays on the girls’ tennis team, founded the Color A Smile club, and participates in the Grateful 4 club, where she contributes to community service initiatives.