Language, Reading and Cognitive Neuroscience LabSupervisor: Dr. Marc Joanisse

- Implemented and consulted in the development of successful reading remediation programs using evidence-based systematic, explicit, and direct instruction for teaching children with reading difficulties- Motivated struggling students using interest-based and personally curated games, hands-on experiences, and technology to gamify the learning process- Built a strong team with parents, guardians, and students by documenting, monitoring, and sharing students’ learning progress through… Show more - Implemented and consulted in the development of successful reading remediation programs using evidence-based systematic, explicit, and direct instruction for teaching children with reading difficulties- Motivated struggling students using interest-based and personally curated games, hands-on experiences, and technology to gamify the learning process- Built a strong team with parents, guardians, and students by documenting, monitoring, and sharing students’ learning progress through formal and informal assessments and meetingsMentored and empowered students with learning disabilities on personal advocacy, taking ownership of learning, study strategies, and organization skills to overcome challenges in executive functions Show less

- Cultivated an inclusive and welcoming environment using rich texts with diverse characters, social-emotional learning, and utilization of online learning tools- Gamified mathematics and literacy using escape rooms, storytelling, and board games to capture student interest, spark critical thinking, and promote teamwork- Managed online platforms, Seesaw and Zoom, to facilitate learning and to support parent communication

Supervisor: Dr. Kang Lee- Critically examined and conducted literature searches to uncover gaps in the literature for multiple projects on the impact of machine learning on preventative healthcare and cardiovascular disease- Devised and conducted laboratory experiments while ensuring participant comfort and adherence to ethical standards to contribute to the research and development of a personal wellness device application, Anura- Inputted, organized, and statistically analyzed… Show more Supervisor: Dr. Kang Lee- Critically examined and conducted literature searches to uncover gaps in the literature for multiple projects on the impact of machine learning on preventative healthcare and cardiovascular disease- Devised and conducted laboratory experiments while ensuring participant comfort and adherence to ethical standards to contribute to the research and development of a personal wellness device application, Anura- Inputted, organized, and statistically analyzed data using simple regressions and machine learning on Microsoft Excel and IBM SPSS Show less

Supervisors: Dr. Martin Kavaliers & Dr. Klaus-Peter Ossenkopp- Devised novel research questions and methodologies by critically analyzing prior research on developmental trajectories of rodents, animal models of Autism Spectrum Disorder, and psychobiological changes associated with environmental insults- Engaged in methodical laboratory experiments by ensuring the accuracy of injection doses, coding computer programs, administering behavioural tasks on rats, and dissection of… Show more Supervisors: Dr. Martin Kavaliers & Dr. Klaus-Peter Ossenkopp- Devised novel research questions and methodologies by critically analyzing prior research on developmental trajectories of rodents, animal models of Autism Spectrum Disorder, and psychobiological changes associated with environmental insults- Engaged in methodical laboratory experiments by ensuring the accuracy of injection doses, coding computer programs, administering behavioural tasks on rats, and dissection of organs- Proficiently used Excel, IBM SPSS, and SigmaPlot to organize, statistically analyze, and plot dataMentored undergraduate and masters students to ensure successful laboratory experiments, thesis projects, and presentations Show less

Supervisor: Dr. Denys deCatanzaro

• Spearheaded efforts to convert a student group, Project Parkinsons (founded in Jan 2014), to a McMaster Students Union approved club, MPP• Initiated a volunteering service targeting individuals with Parkinson’s disease in the Hamilton community through collaboration with Parkinson Society Central and Northern Ontario: Hamilton Chapter• Primary responsibilities include leading a team of executive members, acting as a relay with university administration, and networking with local… Show more • Spearheaded efforts to convert a student group, Project Parkinsons (founded in Jan 2014), to a McMaster Students Union approved club, MPP• Initiated a volunteering service targeting individuals with Parkinson’s disease in the Hamilton community through collaboration with Parkinson Society Central and Northern Ontario: Hamilton Chapter• Primary responsibilities include leading a team of executive members, acting as a relay with university administration, and networking with local organizations and service groups Show less

• Coordinated general meetings to facilitate interest in global and local social justice in the McMaster University student body• Planned several events as a part of a multidisciplinary executive team to fundraise for the umbrella organization, World Vision

• Wrote and edited questions for the CCNBB local test bank by critically analyzing the textbook, Neuroscience: Science of the Brain• Assisted in organizing the local Brain Bee booth at the Science Expo: The Synapse conference• Accurately scored and tallied answers for high school participants at the CCNBB

Supervisor: Dr. Gillian Einstein

Supervisor: Dr. Ayesha Khan • Assisted in data collection on mindfulness meditation and its effects on learning by administering experiments on undergraduate students at McMaster University via SONA• Analyzed, critiqued and presented current research on mindfulness meditation on a discussion platform with other researchers• Actively participated in organizing the administration of experiments by generating ideas in improving the study and recruiting participants