Nilima Paul is a Master of Science student in the Institute of Medical Science at the University of Toronto. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto, specializing in Neuroscience with a minor in Physiology. During her undergraduate studies, she developed a strong interest in neuroscience and the intersection of technology and healthcare. Her previous research experience at Toronto Western Hospital, UHN, includes neuroimaging research investigating structural biomarkers associated with neurodegenerative disorders, particularly Parkinson's disease and progressive supranuclear palsy.

Her current research at the Predictive Care Lab, KCNI, focuses on exploring the application of artificial intelligence in mental healthcare, particularly developing automated approaches to evaluate the quality of AI-generated patient-facing clinical summaries. She is interested in how responsible AI development can support clinical workflows, improve patient communication, and promote more equitable, compassionate mental healthcare.