Razeen Akbar '25
Biology and German majors; MD/PhD track
I began research in my freshman year through the Science Scholars Program in Dr. Wu's lab at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine. My independent project explored the link between diabetes and PCOS using a DHT-mouse model. Last summer, I joined Dr. Ward's lab via the Frances Velay Fellowship, studying psilocybin’s effects on pain and behavior in mice.
Currently, I work in Dr. Rawls' lab, focusing on psilocybin's impact on planarian movement and mouse behavior related to anxiety and depression. I plan to pursue an MD/PhD, with a focus on OB/GYN, combining medicine and research.
Outside of research, I enjoy tennis, making jewelry, and being active in Temple’s German Society and Planned Parenthood. Feel free to reach out with questions about research, STEM majors, or getting involved on campus!