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Honor Society® member

Yagmur Angelina Talic

  • biological science
  • Class of 2026
  • Giresun, Bulancak, Turkey

Member since May 2026

About

I am particularly drawn to Biological and Biomedical Sciences because it offers an interdisciplinary framework to integrate biology and therapeutic design into life-enhancing solutions. I am especially intrigued by the research opportunities in Systems & Synthetic Biology, where I aim to deepen my
understanding of tissue development and regenerative therapies. Through work with real clinicians, scientists, and engineers across various units, I aspire to turn the questions I pursue in my experiments into real-life applications that help preserve lives and aim to deepen my knowledge of synthetic
biology-based tissue engineering while developing treatments that are more precise, accessible, and responsive to patient needs.
Through Molecular Medicine, I aim to build upon my experience with bio-derived materials while
simultaneously developing analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to translate biological insight into life-enhancing Technologies.
As I look ahead, I am excited to transform my questions into research that sparks understanding and delivers meaningful advancements for patients and society. I am eager to contribute discoveries that have an impact long after they leave the laboratory.

Education

  • Ordu Bahcesehir Science and Technology High School

    biology

    2022 – 2026

Honors and awards

  • academic achievement award

    Each semester awarded to students with GPAs of 3.90-4.00

  • academic excellence award

    Awarded to students with outstanding GPAs

  • certificate of achievement

    Awarded to students with outstanding exam scores

  • American Math Olympiad(AMO) Gold Medal

    Singapore International Math Contest Centre (SIMCC) — Gold Award at the 2024 American Mathematics Olympiad (AMO).

  • The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK) Region Finalist

    The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK) — First Prize in the field of Biology in the 55th regional competition for research projects for high school students, organized by TUBITAK, 2024.

  • IMSEF Biology Finalist

    BUCA IMSEF International Music Science Energy Engineering Fair Project Competition — Gold Medal in the field of Biology, 2023.

  • Fermat Medal

    University of Waterloo's Center for Math and Computing Fermat Competition -- Placed in the top 25 percent of students in the world at the University of Waterloo's Center for Math and Computing in the Fermat Contest in 2025.

  • URFODU Silver Medal in Biology

    URFODU (International Science Fundamentals Knowledge Competition) — Silver Medal in Biology at the final stage of the XXI International Science Fundamentals Knowledge Competition organized by URFODU, 2025.

  • URFODU Gold Medal in Chemistry

    URFODU (International Science Fundamentals Knowledge Competition) — Gold Medal in Chemistry in the final stage of the XXI International Science Fundamentals Knowledge Competition organized by URFODU, 2025.

  • URFODU Silver Medal in Physics

    URFODU (International Science Fundamentals Knowledge Competition) — Silver Medal in Physics in the final stage of the XXI International Science Fundamentals Knowledge Competition organized by URFODU, 2025.

Goals and interests

Career goal

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

Graduate school interests

Stanford

Outside the classroom

In my free time, I enjoy creative writing, reading scientific emerging developments in biotechnology and medicine, journaling, learning languages, solving sudoku, and exploring artistic interests that allow me to think creatively. I also enjoy analytical activities such as strategy-based problem solving and independent research, which help strengthen both my curiosity and critical thinking skills.

Experience

  • research assistant

    Op.Dr. Yusuf Odemis Aesthetic Surgery Clinic

    Jun 2025 – Jul 2025

  • research assistant

    Giresun University Faculty of Engineering

    Dec 2024 – Mar 2025

Volunteering

  • Organized various school-based activities aimed at raising awareness about animal rights. Organized Pet food campaigns. Fundraised for animal shelters. Joined volunteer groups in city outreach programs to inform and engage the public about Animal Rights awareness.

    Animal Rights Club

    Sep 2023 – Jul 2025

  • Organized various school-based activities aimed at raising awareness about elderly rights and social service practices. Actively participated in Older Rights Club initiatives, including the social contribution for older persons, awareness seminars, and community events. Joined volunteer groups in city outreach programs to inform and engage the public about Elder Rights awareness.

    Older Rights Club

    Sep 2022 – Jan 2026

  • Organized awareness-raising events on key dates, including: 25 November, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (2022), 8 March International Women’s Day (2023), and 10 December Human Rights Day.

    HeForShe Club

    Sep 2022 – Dec 2023

  • Supported elementary school students by facilitating their participation process and providing mentorship during the event.

    TUBITAK

    Apr 2022

Languages

  • Turkish Advanced
  • Ukrainian Advanced
  • English (US) Advanced
  • German Intermediate
  • Russian Fluent

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