The Team

Our organization is still building! If a position opens in leadership, you can apply here.

Edward Thomas (He/Him)

Founder, Head of the Peer-Editorial Board, Lead of Student Research Program

Sparked by a motivation to change the lack of opportunities for high schoolers in the research, I founded the IHSJR to encourage my peers from around the world to contribute to and build a life-long love for research.

As the Head of the Peer-Editorial Board, Edward gives every manuscript a final review before publishing and helps teach new peer-editors how to help make every submission the best it can be!

edwthom05@gmail.com

Saachi Kuthari (She/Her)

Head of Submissions

I'm a junior part of the three-year science research program at her high school. I'm a member of the Junior Academy research program at the New York Academy of Sciences. I'm interested in research on environmental engineering and sustainability in the fashion industry.

As the Head of the Submissions, Saachi reviews manuscripts that are submitted to the journal and ensures that they align by the IHSJR standards and a proper fit for the IHSJR journal!

Bryana Lorenzo (She/Her)

Head of Publications

A current Junior Editor at Polyphony Lit and a published teen writer, I've been praised for my critique and writing skills, having published in magazines such as Outlanderzine and The Graveyard Zine, with articles and fiction forthcoming at Voicevolic and Rhodora Magazine. I also have research experience, currently aiding a professor at Texas A&M on a humanities paper.

As head of publications, Bryana hopes to use her experience in editing and submitting to help students make their research papers publication-ready, while also bringing in a critical humanities and social science lens often missing in research journals.

Ben Turner (He/Him)

Head of Growth and Development

Hey, I'm Ben. When I'm not playing the guitar or oboe, I love to play sports-- my favourites are football and tennis (and weightlifting if that counts). I also love to read; I've just finished War and Peace, and I'd like to recommend F. Scott Fitzgerald if you're looking for something to read ;) I also play a lot of chess-- I'm currently trying to become a candidate master (and failing profoundly). My dream is to visit every country in the world, and I'm hoping to become a commercial solicitor in the future.

As the Head of the Growth and Development, Ben helps to strategize partnerships, growth, and initiatives to expand the IHSJR's reach and guide us on our mission to make research opportunities truly accessible to everyone.

Haytesha Chhillar (She/Her)

Head of Human Resources

Hello! Haytesha Chhillar is my name, and I am a junior in high school. I've always been interested in social issues and different cultures. I enjoy reading books, writing about almost anything, and am particularly fascinated by computer science. As the Head of Human Resources, I am very excited to be a part of IHSJR.

As the Head of Human Resources, Haytesha reviews applicants to our team and ensures that our organization runs smoothly.

Alyona Vishnoi (She/Her)

Head Social Media Strategist

Hey there! I'm Aly and I'm a rising senior from Canada! I'm a huge social media enthusiast and love challenging myself by decoding and understanding social media analytics. Having multiple friends go through the rough research paper publication process, I was immediately intrigued when I heard about the IHSJR's cause. I'm a huge people person and I love making connections with members within and outside our team. In my free time, I like to go trend searching, work out at the gym, read or spend time with my friends and family.

As the Head Social Media Strategist, Alyona makes sure that the social media content from the IHSJR is the best it can be!

Merriam Shahzad (She/Her)

Head Blog Writer

Personal Bio coming soon!

As the Head Blog Writer, Merriam helps build our presence on Medium where we encourage interdisciplinary review and investigation into the latest advances in research!

Shana Sah (She/Her)

Head of Community Platforms

A rising senior at Mill Creek High School, I love pursuing anything creative whether it be developing new recipes, spending time in nature, traveling, painting, or simply obsessing over anime characters!

As the Head of the Community Platforms, Shana makes sure that the community at the IHSJR is fun, collaborative, and meaningful for all of our members!

Areeba Waseem (She/Her)

Head of Public Events

Hi! My name is Areeba. I'm the Head of Public Events at IHSJR. I am currently a grade 11 student at Donald A Wilson Secondary School. Some of my hobbies are reading, archery, poetry, journalism, and playing recreational soccer. In the future, I aspire to become an aeronautical engineer or an emergency medical physician. Along with that, I want to be able to give people a voice through journalism.

As the Head of Public Events, Areeba plans and organizes fun and inspiring events through the IHSJR for anyone to join!

Prajwal Karthikeya (He/Him)

Head of Private Events

I play soccer daily. I am a JEE aspirant and I'm applying to US universities. I am interested in Astronomy and filmmaking. My idol is Cristiano Ronaldo!

As the Head of the Private Events, Prajwal plans and organizes community events for those in the IHSJR community to know each other better and have fun and connect!

Madhurima Nayak (She/They)

Head of Mentor Outreach

Driven by a passion for learning new things, Madhurima has no proper sleep schedule and can be found drinking tea at all times. Throughout the day, she is either studying for her entrance exam or glued to her laptop, until her friends bug her into meeting them. Onward she marches with fierce grit; but will she reach the promised land?
[Spoiler alert: she won't. The promised land is a scam, kids. Be grateful for what you have.]

As the Head of Mentor Outreach, Madhurima connects with students, researchers, and professors from around the world to join our Mentorship Initiative and provide mentorship for our mentees!

Irvan Chengadu (He/Him)

Co-Head of Curriculum Development

Hey there, it's Irvan. I'm from Mauritius-a small island of approx 1.3 million inhabitants. I enjoy economics and computer science as much as I enjoy breaking the barriers between them. Hit me up for just anything-I'm always willing to help!

As the Co-Head of Curriculum Development, Irvan is working on creating, developing, improving, and adapting the curriculum that the IHSJR is developing to bring research to schools around the world!

Pragya Silwal (She/Her)

Co-Head of Curriculum Development

Personal bio coming soon!

As the Co-Head of Curriculum Development, Pragya is working on creating, developing, improving, and adapting the curriculum that the IHSJR is developing to bring research to schools around the world!