Roya Ariana Al-Khalili

Roya completed her Honours Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science with a Minor in Psychology at the University of Ottawa in 2024. She is now pursuing a Master’s in Clinical Science and Translational Medicine with a concentration in Clinical Psychiatry at the University of Ottawa. Her research focuses on virtual reality-based cognitive remediation to support motivation, self-esteem, and quality of life in people with psychosis. She has also contributed to projects at CHEO and The Royal on mindful self-compassion and the cholinergic system in schizophrenia. Outside of research, Roya enjoys coaching youth sports, watching movies, and trying new recipes.