Medical Student
Medical College of Wisconsin
Wauwatosa, WI, US
Wasif Osmani, PhD, is currently a Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) MD PhD Candidate at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). He completed his PhD in the Department of Physiology at MCW, specializing in neuroinflammatory mechanisms underlying cardiorespiratory dysfunction in Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP). Wasif was awarded a fellowship grant (F30 through NHLBI) supporting his thesis work focusing on neuroinflammatory pathways underlying the pathophysiology of Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) in the Hodges Lab. Prior to matriculating at the MSTP at MCW, Wasif was awarded a Post-baccalaureate position in the Bohr Lab of Molecular Gerontology at the NIH/NIA. During his time at the NIH/NIA, Wasif investigated the mechanisms underlying Cockayne Syndrome (CS) pathophysiology under the mentorship of Dr. Mustafa Okur, contributing to the understanding of this rare genetic disorder. In addition to his research, Wasif has been actively involved in community engagement and leadership roles. He co-founded the CHECK UP Program at MCW, focusing on creating health education for underserved populations. His commitment to community service is further demonstrated through his role as a Board Member of Beat Diabetes Inc., where he has been instrumental in developing chronic health-centered education programming and evaluating future planning and education resources to meet the organization's goals and mission. Furthermore, Wasif has made significant contributions in the field of consulting, serving as a Co-Manager and Consultant at Catalyst BioConsulting. In this role, he led a team of consultants in managing projects for biotechnology companies, ensuring unique problem-solving deliverables. Wasif's multifaceted contributions in research, community engagement, and consulting underscore his dedication to advancing medical knowledge and addressing healthcare disparities.
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Sunday, May 5, 2024
4:55 PM – 5:00 PM CT