Nahiyan Sattar

Undergraduate Researcher

I'm Nahiyan Sattar! A junior Premed CST-Neuroscience student at Temple University. I joined Dr. Chen's lab to broaden my comprehension of the scientific world and see what it's like to work in an actual lab. As of now, I'm still early in my academic journey, learning what research looks like beyond the classroom.

My fascination with neuroscience began when I started working as a DSP (Direct Support Professional) for people with autism. Each individual I worked with had unique strengths and challenges — some had extraordinary talents, while others faced sensory issues that made everyday environments overwhelming. Through these experiences, I realized that some of these questions can't be answered through observation alone, which ignited my interest in contributing to neuroscience research and deepening my understanding of neuronal development.

(Joined in December 2025)