Emily Cheung
About Emily Cheung
Emily Cheung is a Research Assistant at The George Washington University, specializing in the longitudinal effects of pulmonary hypertension, obesity, and diabetes on heart failure. She has a background in biomedical engineering and has developed computational tools for cardiac electrophysiology research.
Work at The George Washington University
Emily Cheung has been employed at The George Washington University since 2020 as a Research Assistant. Prior to this role, she served as a Research Fellow at The Kay Lab from 2018 to 2020, where she focused on research related to pulmonary hypertension, obesity, and diabetes in the context of heart failure. Additionally, she worked as a STEM Student Ambassador for three months in 2019, contributing to outreach and engagement efforts within the School of Engineering & Applied Science.
Education and Expertise
Emily Cheung earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering with a Minor in Electrical Engineering from The George Washington University, completing her studies from 2016 to 2020. Her academic background provides a strong foundation in biomedical engineering principles. She possesses expertise in project production management and data analytics, which supports her research initiatives in the field.
Research Focus
Cheung's research primarily investigates the longitudinal effects of pulmonary hypertension, obesity, and diabetes on heart failure. She aims to develop drugs and technologies that specifically target the cardiovascular system. Her work includes the development of computational tools for data processing in cardiac electrophysiology research, enhancing the understanding of cardiac health and disease.
Previous Experience in Research
Before her tenure at The George Washington University, Emily Cheung gained experience as a Summer Research Intern at Chinatown Cardiology, P.C. in 2017. During this one-month internship, she contributed to research efforts in the New York City Metropolitan Area, furthering her practical knowledge in the field of cardiology.