Introducing Sirinya

Sirinya advises students and alumni of Harvard College and GSAS who are interested in pursuing a career in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or another health profession. Prior to joining OCS, she spent five years as a Preceptor in chemistry and chemical biology at Harvard, teaching and managing two introductory courses: Physical Sciences 1 and Life and Physical Sciences A. Sirinya earned her bachelor's degrees in chemistry and biology from Cornell University, and her PhD in chemistry from Harvard University. In her doctorate work she performed organic synthesis of a small molecule library and screened it for biological activity. A few of her compounds have been studied for their effectiveness in combating the hepatitis C virus. During her graduate studies, Sirinya served as a resident tutor in Dunster House where she discovered her passion for advising undergraduate students and for preparing meals for large events. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, traveling, digital photography, playing with her son, and walking her dog, Gaius, whom you may see occasionally in her office.