{"id":2914,"date":"2026-06-18T14:20:34","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T14:20:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/?post_type=avada_portfolio&#038;p=2914"},"modified":"2026-06-18T14:30:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T14:30:47","slug":"elise-lutchman","status":"publish","type":"avada_portfolio","link":"https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/portfolio-items\/elise-lutchman\/","title":{"rendered":"Elise Lutchman"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-no-small-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:100px;--awb-padding-right:10%;--awb-padding-bottom:175px;--awb-padding-left:10%;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.666666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:2.88%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.88%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:36px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Lato&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Elise Lutchman<\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:200px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color4);border-color:var(--awb-color4);border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">About me<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>I was born in Canada but spent my most important years in Trinidad and Tobago, the place I call home! I have always been interested in science and hope to work in pediatrics following medical school, I am particularly interested in oncology, neonatology or psychiatry.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Why Science<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><div class=\"--co-732 \" aria-label=\"5. Why Science? Multi Line Text Required to answer \">\n<p>I have always excelled and been drawn to science courses, and was somewhat inspired by Grey&#8217;s Anatomy to love medicine&#8230; I love helping others and making a difference. I enjoy asking questions, solving problems, and learning how discoveries in the laboratory can translate into better treatments and outcomes for patients. Science is constantly evolving, and I find it exciting to be part of a field where there is always something new to learn and explore.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">What is your favourite part about working at the BTRC?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p>Although I have not been working in the lab for a long time my favourite part about working at the BTRC is being surrounded by an environment of researchers who are all passionately dedicated to advancing our understanding of pediatric brain tumours. It is very inspiring to see how collaborative research efforts can contribute to improving care for patients and their families. I have also enjoyed gaining hands-on experience in a research environment and learning about the process of translating scientific discoveries into meaningful clinical applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">What advice do you have for anyone interested in a career in science?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>My advice for anyone interested in a career in science would not to be afraid to ask questions and to stay curious. Science is not something that you will know all the answers to, its about being open to learn, explore and persist when things don&#8217;t go as planned. Seek all the opportunities to gain hands-on experience, and remember that rejection is redirection! Lastly, keep an open mind, as some of the more valuable experiences can come from unexpected opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Hobbies and interests?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p>Outside of academics, I enjoy staying active, spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring new places and getting a sweet treat! Through my experiences in research and healthcare, I hope to contribute to advancements that improve patient outcomes while continuing to develop as a future physician.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:20px;--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">If a celebrity were to play you in a movie about your life, who would it be and why?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p>Either Taylor Swift or Gracie Abrams, not just because I love them both but they would be able to put every aspect and emotion of my life into clear words. They would understand me lol.<\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:50px;\" target=\"_self\" href=\"\/rutka\/team\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Back to team page<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:100px;--awb-padding-right:5.5%;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:5.76%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio:2 \/ 3;--awb-object-position:24% 53%;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1240\" height=\"1653\" title=\"Elise Lutchman_Personal\" src=\"https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-2916 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-200x267.jpg 200w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-800x1066.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal.jpg 1240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-large-visibility\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:100px;--awb-padding-right:10%;--awb-padding-left:10%;--awb-padding-top-medium:0px;--awb-padding-right-medium:7%;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:75px;--awb-padding-left-medium:7%;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:75px;--awb-padding-left-small:0px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-8 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:36px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Lato&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\"><div class=\"--ck-566 \" aria-label=\"1. Full Name Single line text Required to answer \">\n<p>Elise Lutchman<\/p>\n<\/div><\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:200px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color4);border-color:var(--awb-color4);border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2;--awb-object-position:54% 54%;--awb-margin-bottom:25px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1240\" height=\"1653\" title=\"Elise Lutchman_Personal\" src=\"https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-2916 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt srcset=\"https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-200x267.jpg 200w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-800x1066.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal-1200x1600.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal.jpg 1240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-9 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:20px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">About me<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p>I was born in Canada but spent my most important years in Trinidad and Tobago, the place I call home! I have always been interested in science and hope to work in pediatrics following medical school, I am particularly interested in oncology, neonatology or psychiatry.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-10 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:20px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Why Science?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p>I have always excelled and been drawn to science courses, and was somewhat inspired by Grey&#8217;s Anatomy to love medicine&#8230; I love helping others and making a difference. I enjoy asking questions, solving problems, and learning how discoveries in the laboratory can translate into better treatments and outcomes for patients. Science is constantly evolving, and I find it exciting to be part of a field where there is always something new to learn and explore.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-11 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:20px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">What is your favourite part about working at the BTRC?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p>Although I have not been working in the lab for a long time my favourite part about working at the BTRC is being surrounded by an environment of researchers who are all passionately dedicated to advancing our understanding of pediatric brain tumours. It is very inspiring to see how collaborative research efforts can contribute to improving care for patients and their families. I have also enjoyed gaining hands-on experience in a research environment and learning about the process of translating scientific discoveries into meaningful clinical applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-12 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:20px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">What advice do you have for anyone interested in a career in science?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><p>My advice for anyone interested in a career in science would not to be afraid to ask questions and to stay curious. Science is not something that you will know all the answers to, its about being open to learn, explore and persist when things don&#8217;t go as planned. Seek all the opportunities to gain hands-on experience, and remember that rejection is redirection! Lastly, keep an open mind, as some of the more valuable experiences can come from unexpected opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-13 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:20px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Hobbies and interests?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p>Outside of academics, I enjoy staying active, spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring new places and getting a sweet treat! Through my experiences in research and healthcare, I hope to contribute to advancements that improve patient outcomes while continuing to develop as a future physician.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-14 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:20px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">If a celebrity were to play you in a movie about your life, who would it be and why?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><p>Either Taylor Swift or Gracie Abrams, not just because I love them both but they would be able to put every aspect and emotion of my life into clear words. They would understand me lol.<\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-2 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--awb-margin-top:50px;\" target=\"_self\" href=\"\/rutka\/team\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Back to team page<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-no-small-visibility fusion-no-large-visibility\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:100px;--awb-padding-right:10%;--awb-padding-left:10%;--awb-padding-top-medium:0px;--awb-padding-right-medium:7%;--awb-padding-bottom-medium:75px;--awb-padding-left-medium:7%;--awb-padding-top-small:0px;--awb-padding-right-small:0px;--awb-padding-bottom-small:75px;--awb-padding-left-small:0px;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-15 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-font-size:36px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"font-family:&quot;Lato&quot;;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Elise Lutchman<\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:200px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color4);border-color:var(--awb-color4);border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-aspect-ratio:3 \/ 2;--awb-object-position:73% 52%;--awb-margin-bottom:25px;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none has-aspect-ratio\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1240\" height=\"1653\" title=\"Elise Lutchman_Personal\" src=\"https:\/\/lab.research.sickkids.ca\/rutka\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/137\/2026\/06\/Elise-Lutchman_Personal.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-2916 img-with-aspect-ratio\" data-parent-fit=\"cover\" data-parent-container=\".fusion-image-element\" alt 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I have always been interested in science and hope to work in pediatrics following medical school, I am particularly interested in oncology, neonatology or psychiatry.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-17 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-margin-top-medium:20px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Why Science?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\"><p>I have always excelled and been drawn to science courses, and was somewhat inspired by Grey&#8217;s Anatomy to love medicine&#8230; I love helping others and making a difference. I enjoy asking questions, solving problems, and learning how discoveries in the laboratory can translate into better treatments and outcomes for patients. Science is constantly evolving, and I find it exciting to be part of a field where there is always something new to learn and explore.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-18 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-margin-top-medium:20px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">What is your favourite part about working at the BTRC?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-15\"><p>Although I have not been working in the lab for a long time my favourite part about working at the BTRC is being surrounded by an environment of researchers who are all passionately dedicated to advancing our understanding of pediatric brain tumours. It is very inspiring to see how collaborative research efforts can contribute to improving care for patients and their families. I have also enjoyed gaining hands-on experience in a research environment and learning about the process of translating scientific discoveries into meaningful clinical applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-19 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-margin-top-medium:20px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">What advice do you have for anyone interested in a career in science?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-16\"><p>My advice for anyone interested in a career in science would not to be afraid to ask questions and to stay curious. Science is not something that you will know all the answers to, its about being open to learn, explore and persist when things don&#8217;t go as planned. Seek all the opportunities to gain hands-on experience, and remember that rejection is redirection! Lastly, keep an open mind, as some of the more valuable experiences can come from unexpected opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-20 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-margin-top-medium:20px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">Hobbies and interests?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-17\"><p>Outside of academics, I enjoy staying active, spending time with family and friends, traveling, exploring new places and getting a sweet treat! Through my experiences in research and healthcare, I hope to contribute to advancements that improve patient outcomes while continuing to develop as a future physician.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-21 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:0px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:20px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;--awb-margin-top-medium:20px;--awb-font-size:24px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;text-transform:none;font-size:1em;\">If a celebrity were to play you in a movie about your life, who would it be and why?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-18\"><p>Either Taylor Swift or Gracie Abrams, not just because I love them both but they would be able to put every aspect and emotion of my life into clear words. 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