Sabina Dahal is a Research Technician at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), where she contributes to the development of innovative genetic medicines for rare genetic diseases. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology (Molecular Biology & Biotechnology) from the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM), where she discovered her passion for exploring new therapeutics to address cancer and rare diseases.

Sabina began her research journey as an Emerging Scholar at ULM and went on to complete three consecutive Louisiana Biomedical Research Network (LBRN) summer internships. During this time, she conducted drug discovery research focused on overcoming challenges such as drug resistance in cancer, working at the intersection of biology and chemistry. She presented her work at multiple scientific conferences and received a travel award from the Louisiana Cancer Research Center. She loves to connect with other scientists to exchange ideas and gain new insights into the broader implications of her findings.

Her academic and research experiences reflect her dedication to advancing health through innovation and collaboration. Sabina is especially motivated by the potential of genetic medicines to transform patient care and aspires to pursue a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences in the future. Outside the lab, she enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, and engaging in mentorship and outreach that inspire the next generation of scientists.