Alumnus Yasser Khan named Packard Fellow

Photo: Yasser Khan

EECS alumnus Yasser Khan (Ph.D. ’18, Advisor: Ana Arias) has been honored by The David and Lucile Packard Foundation as one of the 2024 Packard Fellows for Science and Engineering.

This prestigious fellowship provides recipients with the freedom to explore innovative ideas and advance cutting-edge technology through unrestricted funding and enhanced flexibility.

Yasser is recognized for his groundbreaking research on neurochemical dynamics in the brain and gut, exploring their connections to physiological processes and disease mechanisms. His work at the Khan Lab at the University of Southern California aims to improve diagnoses and treatments for neurological and gastrointestinal disorders, contributing significantly to the future of health and wellness.