Sara Cotto Ortiz
Hometown: Puerto Rico
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Biography
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Sara Cotto Ortiz is a first-year student majoring in Chemistry at the University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus. Throughout her formative years, Sara was deeply interested in science and had the privilege of exploring those interests through her experiences in High School. She graduated from the University High School (UHS) in 2025 with High Honors and received the Gregor Mendel Medal for excelling in biology over the years. She was also president of her school’s science club from 2024-2025 and completed several volunteering hours at The San Jorge Hospital in San Juan. In the summer of 2024, Sara found a new love for research by participating in a brief summer program held at the University of Puerto Rico, Humacao, where students were introduced to research by conducting a small research project with mentors. Aware of the need for medical field professionals in her country, Sara aspires to continue her studies for a Doctorate in Pharmacy and serve her homeland.
