Wilson is pursuing a major in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology with a minor in Biomedical Research. His interest in biology was sparked by early exposure to entomology through David Attenborough, which led to a fascination with cellular pluripotency, fate, and regeneration following insect limb loss. At UCLA, he conducts research in stem cell biology at the Lowry Lab, focusing on the mechanisms governing cell fate in the skin. Under the guidance of PhD candidate Carlos Galván, he is particularly interested in cellular plasticity and its implications in cancer biology. For his Beckman Scholars project, Wilson aims to investigate the metabolic flexibility of hair follicle-induced squamous cell carcinomas using pharmacological inhibitors. After completing his undergraduate degree, he plans to pursue an MD at a research-intensive institution specializing in translational medicine research. Wilson is actively involved in the Bruin Surgical Undergraduate Society (BSUS), Care Extenders Program, and the PhD and Undergraduate Life Scientists in Academic Research (PULSAR) program, where he is dedicated to undergraduate mentorship and advocacy. In his free time, he enjoys going to the gym, exploring new restaurants with friends, and indulging in low-quality memes.