Salam! My name is Nayaab Rana. I am a researcher at Midwestern University, just outside of Chicago. I have a Masters degree in Biomedical Sciences from Midwestern and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Virginia, specializing in abnormal child development (specifically, Autism Spectrum Disorders). With experience in both behavioral analysis and research, my goal is to become a medical professional for special needs children and their families. 
My family immigrated to the U.S. from Lahore, Pakistan; we are Punjabi-Urdu speaking and practice Sunni Islam. My father is a physician in a small mountainous town in southwest Virginia, where my three younger sisters and I were raised. 
In my free time, I love being outdoors, trying new things/food, and spending time with friends and family. Most of all, I love just being able to smile and laugh with those around me.