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Recent WSU graduate Bhargav Iyer wants to blend science and public policy

Iyer, a 2026 WSU biology graduate, aims to merge science and public policy in his career.
At WSU he conducted research on converting waste from molten salt reactors into glass for safe disposal.
Iyer led student advocacy in Olympia as director of legislative affairs for the Associated Students of WSU.
He emphasizes a need for people who can operate in both science and policy realms.
Iyer is from Puyallup, Washington, and pursued biology with the aim of medical and public service impact.
Iyer served as a research assistant in Xiaofeng Guo's lab at WSU.
The piece notes Iyer’s broader engagement, including a visiting scholar experience at the Canadian Light Source.
Iyer views public service as a rewarding path, shaping community trust and service.
The article appears in WSU Insider’s May 14, 2026 issue under recent news.
Iyer plans to gap year before dental school while pursuing public policy integration.

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