Genetics Society: President

Hello! I’m Aaditya, a second-year Biochemistry student with a keen interest in genetics.

As the current Head of Journal Club, I have organised monthly events featuring speakers from UCL, Imperial and the Crick, covering cutting-edge topics such as gene therapies, regenerative medicine, evolutionary biology, multi-omics and neurodegenerative disease. This year, I introduced PhD-led computational workshops (a first in GenSoc history!), providing hands-on experience with scRNA-seq and microscopy image analysis. I have also led lab visits and collaborated with other societies to broaden our reach.

If elected President, I would:

• Draw on my network to establish a structured PhD mentorship scheme
• Launch a new computational workshop series building practical skills, with certificates for attendees
• Increase lab visits, with subsidised travel outside London
• Strengthen our society's momentum through our academic talks, flagship conference and more, while supporting new initiatives

As a two-year member, I know GenSoc well and have worked closely with committee members across roles, ensuring a smooth transition. Beyond GenSoc, I serve as Lead Departmental Representative for Biochemistry, collaborating with students and staff to drive constructive change. I am proactive, a team player and committed to building an ambitious committee that delivers an enriching year for every member.

I would be honoured to have your support. Reach out to me at [email protected] if you have any questions!

UCL Genetics Society is one of the most welcoming communities at UCL. What makes it special is the range of opportunities it gives students to explore genetics beyond lectures, from lab visits such as  LMS and the Francis Crick Institute to workshops, talks, and opportunities to publish research on the society blog. 

As Associate Officer, I have contributed to building these opportunities. I organised the Imperial LMS lab visit from contacting researchers, coordinating logistics, and guiding students on the day. After seeing how quickly places filled, I also helped contact and arrange speakers for the Cancer Genomics Conference and panel, bringing together perspectives from academia, clinical research, and industry.

If elected, I would focus on three goals: 

1. Introducing a mentorship programme pairing PhD and Master’s students with undergraduates to share advice on skills, CV building, and careers.

    

2. Encouraging student collaboration through events such as a genetics or genomics hackathon and a genomics start-up night where students can meet potential collaborators and develop new ideas.

    

3. Expanding partnerships with other university societies and highlighting exciting genetics events across London to increase networking and opportunities for members. (I have previously increased a societies partners from 5 to 50)

My goal is to continue building a welcoming and collaborative society where students can explore genetics, develop ideas, and connect with others who share their curiosity.