Biography

Maleena is an undergraduate honours student at the University of Winnipeg where
she enjoys learning about the biology and biochemistry of the human body.
Currently, she aspires to become a neonatologist to help premature babies live
happy and healthy lives. Her work in Dr. Wijenayake’s lab on the wonders of
breast milk is foundational for success in completing her future goals. Beyond her
life as a dedicated student, Maleena enjoys playing the daily NYTimes games,
and has recently started hiking this year. She also enjoys volunteering at
CancerCare MB and viewing skies full of stars and the aurora borealis.

• Fav Scientist: Gerty Cori
• Fav Book: Wonder
• Fav Movie: Harry Potter Movies and Spider-Man: No Way Home
• Fav Artist: Drake