Basira Daqiq

Basira Daqiq

Class of 2021

Major: Engineering Science

Basira is a senior majoring in Engineering Science with a focus on biomedical engineering. She is interested in the intersection of engineering and medicine. She conducted research in the Moore's lab engineering proteins for site-specific modification for drug delivery applications. She is currently working on improving the SmithVent ventilator design, the winner of the Covent-19 Challenge. Basira is also passionate about women's representation in the fields of maths and sciences and is an AEMES (Achieving Excellence in Math, Engineering, and Science), peer mentor. Outside of academics, she likes to read, swim, hike and is a member of the Smith College Equestrian Club.