Zahel Nasari

Student, Barnard College
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About Zahel Nasari

I am currently a junior at Barnard College of Columbia University studying Computational Biology with a minor in Economics. Through my coursework and research experiences, I have developed a strong foundation in data analysis, quantitative modeling, and computational approaches to complex biological and social systems. My background in economics has further shaped how I think about resource allocation, structural inequality, and policy impacts at scale.

I am particularly interested in applying data science and computational methods to questions in public health, migration, environmental justice, and global health systems. Much of my work focuses on how large-scale systems, whether healthcare infrastructure, environmental conditions, or social policy, shape health outcomes for marginalized populations. I am especially drawn to research involving spatial analysis, longitudinal datasets, and health data infrastructure, as well as projects that bridge technical analysis with real-world policy and community impact.

I am a/an:

Undergraduate Leadership & Research Scholar

University

Barnard College

Laidlaw Cohort Year

2026

Research Topic

Development Studies Epidemiology Health Immigration Middle Eastern Studies Population Health Technology

Area of Expertise

Biomedical Sciences Computer Science Economics Health Social Sciences Technology

I am from:

United States of America

I speak:

English Persian Spanish Turkish

My hobbies/interests are:

Cooking/Baking Hiking/walking Music Nature & environment Photography Politics & current events Reading Travelling Volunteering

Details

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