Unlocking Heart Health: A Team’s Symposium Success

Vicky CHAN, Gianna LAI, and Gebretsadkan Gebremedhin GEBRETSADIK worked together on a research project exploring the link between polyphenol intake and cardiovascular mortality in older Chinese adults, which they presented at the East Meets West Symposium. They faced challenges with complex data analysis and a tight timeline, but overcame these through teamwork and support from Prof. Kenneth Lo. Gianna led the presentation, Gebretsadkan managed statistical analysis, and Vicky contributed to poster preparation. Their collaborative effort earned them the Young Investigator Award. Throughout the process, they developed technical skills in mediation analysis, improved their ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, and learned the importance of adaptability, teamwork, and effective presentation in advancing scientific research.