Nikki is a student who just completed her first year at McMaster University pursuing a degree in Honours Arts and Science. From joining APEL, Nikki hopes to gain hands-on lab experience as well as learn more about fields of medical research especially relating to the lungs. She wishes to develop and in-depth understanding of biological markers and the influence that air pollution has over them.

In the lab, she works closely with the lab technicians and is responsible for sample processing and various other tasks to assist lab members. In her free time Nikki likes to play softball, write, and enjoy waterfront views.