Here at Astra, we're run by students, for students. Our founding team is paving the way for greater youth involvement in STEM and a more science-based education. Our collective includes bright and motivated high schoolers, looking to make a difference and take the initiative.
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Cofounder, Co-President of 2026
Brian Lin
Passionate about informatics in biomedical research. Brian wants to write code to design and analyze information for technology development.
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Basis Independent Fremont '27

Co-president of 2026
Lawrence Chao
Deeply enjoying all aspects of STEM, Lawrence wants to learn more and explore the vast world of education. He is often found playing tennis and is always ready for a challenge!
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Menlo Atherton High School '27

Cofounder
Tony Wu
Passionate about biotech, computer engineering, and anything related to building things. He enjoys learning about automation and IT work.
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Henry M. Gunn High School '27

Mentor of 2026
Lucas Wu
Passionate about biology, medicine, and research, with a strong interest in using science to help others and make a lasting impact in healthcare. Lucas is curious about how scientific knowledge can be applied to improve lives.
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Palo Alto High School '28

Mentor of 2026
Kaylee Zhong
Drawn to mechanics, robotics, and neuroscience, Kaylee wants to go down a path of teaching and inspiring others to learn
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Menlo Atherton High School '29

Mentor of 2026
Sofi Davtian
Passionate about music with a strong interest in pursuing a future career in biomedical sciences. She enjoys teaching, inspiring others, and sharing her knowledge.​
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Mountain View High School '29

Former Co-President of 2024 Cofounder
Joy Wang
Passionate about biology and enjoys studying the ethical implications of bioengineering tools. Joy is often found reading, listening to music, or baking.
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Basis Independent Fremont '25

Former Co-President of 2024, Cofounder
Katelyn Chao
Passionate about biology, medicine and music, Katelyn loves learning, and aspires to become a doctor in the future to use knowledge to help others.
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Molecular Biology at UC Berkeley '29

Former President 2021-23 Advisor, Cofounder
Annie Wu
Passionate about biology, science education, and creating new opportunities for research, it's been Annie's lifelong goal to become a scientist, and to inspire others to do the same.
Biochemistry/Biophysics Major at RPI '27

Former President of 2025, Cofounder
Michelle Lee
Passionate about medical research and biology. Michelle dreams of becoming a doctor in the future in order to help others and spread awareness.
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Irvington High School '26

