Kabian is originally from Orangeburg, SC and received his B.S. in Chemistry from Howard University in 2017. He is currently pursuing his PhD in Energy Systems under Dr. Jesús Velázquez focusing on the synthesis of inorganic 2D nanomaterials materials and their applications to water remediation and energy storage. Kabian enjoys traveling, being outdoors, reading, gaming, and music production. One of his life goals is to explore Machu Picchu.