I'm currently a post-doctoral associate at Duke University. My research aims to understand how specialized cells in the brain contribute to synapse formation and function. I previously was a PhD student at Washington University in St. Louis where I used a genomics approach to understand how cells in the brain rapidly communicate at the synapse. I am originally from NJ and received my Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University. I have taught a series of courses for undergraduate students (Neurophy...More

I'm a senior at Washington University in St. Louis, where I major in both Psychology and Global Health and the Environment. I have five younger siblings (ranging in age from seven to fifteen), so I grew up patiently teaching new concepts and helping with homework. This translated into a passion for working with younger people, which I have developed by working in multiple countries as a tutor, teacher, and ABA implementer. I have experience across all age levels, and with a variety of needs and ...More