18-year-old graduates with perfect average, chosen to train at Nobel Prize-awarding institute

Eighteen-year-old Carla Acosta García from Redondela, Galicia, is poised to take a significant step in her academic career after graduating with a perfect 10.0 GPA and gaining admission to the prestigious Karolinska Institute in Sweden to study Biomedicine.

The Karolinska Institute in Stockholm is internationally recognized for its medical research, and its Nobel Assembly is responsible for selecting the annual recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Acosta García's path to this achievement was a deliberate, two-year plan focused on scientific competitions, research, and international experiences.

Initially interested in various scientific fields, she developed a particular focus on molecular biology, neurosciences, and oncology. Her academic journey included participation in national and international science Olympiads and competitions, which exposed her to practical research challenges and connected her with like-minded peers. These experiences, including encounters in Thailand, Luxembourg, and Croatia, solidified her passion for science.

A pivotal moment in her development was her participation in the "Acércate" program at Spain's National Cardiovascular Research Centre (CNIC). This initiative, led by renowned cardiologist Valentín Fuster, selects eight Spanish students annually for an immersive research experience. During her week at the CNIC, Acosta García gained familiarity with advanced laboratory tools and procedures, including viral vectors and artificial intelligence applications in bioinformatics.

Her interest in science was further cultivated through programs designed to enhance her knowledge in related areas during her final school years. The insights gained from experiences like the one at CNIC have confirmed her vocational calling within the scientific community.

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The institution, located in Estocolmo, is one of the most internationally recognized medical research centers. Furthermore, its Nobel Assembly is responsible for selecting the winner of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine each year.