Yesha Karol

Yesha Karol is a senior at the Academy for Mathematics, Science, and Engineering. She plans to study biomedical engineering and pursue a career as a neurologist. Through the Summer Science Program for Cell Biology, Yesha conducted independent research using CRISPR-Cas9 to investigate the role of PHO85 in yeast as a model for the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. She serves as a National Ambassador for WISTEM and president of her school’s WISTEM club and founder of WisdombyWISTEM, a blog where girls share their STEM interests and experiences. Yesha also founded SymptomConnect, a nonprofit that helps children communicate their symptoms to pediatricians and has donated more than 500 original symptom journals. Outside of STEM, she enjoys playing guitar and singing and has performed as a DECA State National Anthem soloist.