
Our Team.
The 2025-2026 officers of Women in Science at UNC

Co-President
Emily Joe
B.S. Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
Ph.D. Candidate, Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics
Brudno Lab
Hometown: Fremont, CA
I am part of this club because I want to make sure that all voices are heard and supported, regardless of background.

Treasurer
Sabah Contractor
B.S. Biomedical Engineering, The University of Texas at Austin
PhD Student, Division of Pharmacotherapy and Experimental Therapeutics
Lee Lab
Plano, TX
By supporting women in STEM, we empower generations of brilliant minds to break down barriers and revolutionize the world.
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Event Coordinator
Kavya Balasubramanian
B.S. Neuroscience/M.S. Biology, Arizona State University
Ph.D. Student, Biological & Biomedical Sciences Program
Hometown: Portland, OR
I am passionate about building a supportive network of women scientists who uplift and celebrate each others' contributions so everyone can live up to their full potential.

Secretary
Caroline Stockwell
B.S. Biomedical Engineering, University of Rochester
Ph.D. Candidate, Division of Pharmacoengineering and Molecular Pharmaceutics
Hingtgen Lab
Hometown: Westfield, NJ
I am excited to work with WinS to organize events and programs that encourage community and collaboration between women in STEM and encourage aspiring scientists to pursue STEM fields.

Outreach Coordinator
Sydnie Toler
B.S. Neuroscience and Biological Sciences, MPH in Environmental Health Solutions
Ph.D. Student, Toxicology and Environmental Medicine
Rebuli Lab
Knoxville, TN
I’m passionate about women in STEM because I believe everyone should have the opportunity to excel in science. I've experienced how empowering it is when women are supported in scientific spaces, and I want to contribute to a scientific culture that values inclusion, representation, and mentorship.
