Editors in Chief
Isaac Silverman
Isaac is a Junior honors student at Yeshiva College majoring in Biology. He co-founded the YU Journal of Medicine and Dentistry with the goal of providing a forum for students in Yeshiva University to exhibit their scientific research. As an Editor in Chief, he spearheads the editorial process and directs the editorial board and writers. Additionally, he constructs layout and graphic design for the printed journal and develops the website. Following college, Isaac plans to attend medical school with an interest in family medicine. Outside of the journal, Isaac leads a dry lab under Dr. Maitra, studying oncogenic protein pathways. Isaac is also the Vice President of the YU Medical Ethics Society, works as a TA for the Biology and Chemistry departments, and serves as a Head Resident Advisor. In his free time, he is passionate about conducting climate change advocacy, and enjoys playing ultimate frisbee.
Leora Kronenberg
Leora Kronenberg is a Senior Honors student in Stern College for Women majoring in Biochemistry. As someone who has developed a passion for research throughout her college career, she is thrilled to have been nominated to be co-editor in chief of a paper for the scientists of YU. Leora directs the editorial board and manages the team of editors, and is working specifically to broaden the journal to the interest and guidance of Stern College professors. Leora plans to attend medical school, possibly integrating research in her long term career by pursuing an MD-PhD. Outside of the journal, Leora is an undergraduate research assistant for the Oliveira lab of Stern College, studying bioluminescent proteins and their possible biomedical applications.
Leora is also president of the YU Pre-Med Society, an organic chemistry recitation instructor, and head makeup artist for the Stern College Dramatics Society. In her spare time, Leora rushes Broadway shows, reads (Harry Potter or Pride and Prejudice, again) and keeps an active and humorous WhatsApp status.
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Managing Editors
Aaron "Yitzy" Shaykevich
Yitzy is a Senior at Yeshiva College, pursuing a shaped major in the economics of health and science. He is part of the Upstate Accelerated Scholars Program, where he is accepted into SUNY Upstate Medical School after YU. As a managing editor, Yitzy oversees the editing of paper submissions from the Wilf Campus. Outside of the journal, Yitzy works in a wet lab under Dr. Maitra’s lead, finding potential treatments for variants of colorectal cancer. He also works for the YU Observer as the managing editor and as a TA for the economics department.
Aleesa Elbaum
Aleesa is a Senior at Stern College for Women. As a copy editor Aleesa guides writers through the writing process and edits their work. Aleesa plans to attend medical school. Outside of the journal, Aleesa is a member of YU's volleyball team.
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Copy Editors
Judah Berman
Judah is a Junior at Yeshiva College majoring in biochemistry. As a copy editor Judah guides writers through the writing process and edits their work. Judah plans to attend medical school with an interest in Cardiology and Pulmonology. Outside of the journal, Judah participates in research under Prof. Viswanathan which computationally analyzes protein interfaces and binding efficiencies. He also is the Treasurer for both the YCSC and CollegeEDge, a YU run club which helps students in local schools plan for college and life after high school.
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Senior Advisor
