#2 Medical Research in High School and Student-Run Organisations with Ellen Xu
When she was 5 years old, Ellen Xu had a life changing event. Now 15, Ellen has been conducting medical research into a rare heart condition. She took her project to a leading science and engineering fair where she became a finalist. Ellen is also the Global Director of Elevate the Future, a student-run organisation bringing business and tech insights to students around the world.
In this episode, Ellen shares how she got started in medical research and her tips for students wanting to do the same. She also describes how she connects with students in her role at Elevate the Future and what she hopes to achieve next.
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