Pehel Anand is a motivated high school student with a strong interest in neuroscience and regenerative medicine. As a rising 10th grader, she has completed a rigorous independentresearch program through the Center for College and Independent Research (CCIR), where she explored advanced scientific topics and strengthened her research and analytical skills. She is particularly interested in neural repair and recovery, and seeks opportunities to engage with real-world scientific research. Pehel aspires to attend an Ivy League university and pursue a career in medicine, with the goal of contributing to advancements in neuroscience and improving patient outcomes.