Maya El-Sharif

My research interests are in two distinct realms. I enjoy researching the environmental factors that contribute to behavioral disorders. Independently, I enjoy researching the impact of different philosophies on domestic institutions, specifically how feminist political thought shapes policy formation and construction. I am eager to research throughout my time in the University Scholars Program but have pursued research prior in neuroscience and political science. Outside of research, I am involved in Mock Trial, Penn Debate Society, Policy Debate, Moot Court, CHAARG, Quaker Corner, the Undergraduate Assembly, Penn Fems, and PULJ.

High school research awards:

  • Regeneron Science Talent Search Top 300 Scholar
  • FJAS behavioral science 1st place speaker
  • CAPSTONE Diploma 
  • 1st Place Science Fair
Academic Major(s): Political Science, Psychology, Criminology
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