I am a senior studying Bioengineering at UC Berkeley, where I am an undergraduate researcher in the Clark Lab under Dr. Iain Clark and graduate mentor Kevin Joslin. My work focuses on genetically engineering natural killer cells, a specialized type of immune cell, using CRISPR-based tools to better understand the molecular pathways that govern immune cell interactions and cytotoxicity. By improving how we study and manipulate NK cells, this research aims to support the development of more effective, targeted cancer immunotherapies. I’m passionate about advancing health equity by connecting scientific research, patient care, and access to innovative treatments. Originally, I’m from Los Angeles, and outside of research, I enjoy playing volleyball, baking, and volunteering at a local animal shelter.
Sophia Dateshidze
