Matthew Gayed is a current Duke undergraduate senior majoring in Biology, minoring in Chemistry, and completing the Science and Society Certificate. Matthew joined the Sipkins lab in January 2019 through the Biology Department’s Independent Study program. His current work is investigating AML interactions with E-selectin. Matthew is currently a Reginaldo Howard Memorial Scholar, and is involved with many on-campus activities including Duke Honor Council, Camp Kesem, Duke University Conduct Board, Marquis Dorm House Council, and Duke Swim Academy. After graduating from Duke, Matthew will be attending medical school pursuing an M.D. degree.