Neerjah Skantharajah

Neerjah is a translational researcher in training. She is passionate about demystifying the world of research and extending the reach of scientific findings. Her specific interests lie in the aging population and the interplay between art and healthcare. She is currently pursuing a Master’s in Translational Research at the University of Toronto. Through her final year capstone project, she hopes to understand and act upon the needs of seniors to improve their quality of life. She continues to immerse herself in this space by working with organizations such as Hospice Palliative Care Ontario and the BC Centre for Palliative Care.