Laboratory for Behavioral Systems Neuroscience, School of Medicine and Public Health, University of Wisconsin-Madison (Dr. John-Paul Yu, P.I.)Identification of molecular features of neuropsychiatric diseases combined with advanced neuroimaging techniques with an emphasis in autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia is the focus of the Yu Laboratory. Neuroscience research and imaging uncovers microstructure changes in the brain linked to psychiatric illnesses and is then associated with underlying transcriptomic, proteomic, metabolomic, and synaptogenic changes.Responsibilities and accomplishments: •Perform experiments using molecular biology and imaging techniques•Train graduate students and medical fellows in laboratory techniques•Write and establish laboratory protocols

Protein Metabolism and Phenylketonuria Laboratory, Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Wisconsin-Madison (Dr. Denise Ney, P.I.)My research examined the impact of glycomacropeptide, a unique whey protein, on brain neurotransmitters and behavior, gut microbial populations, immune status, and bone biomechanics properties in a murine model of phenylketonuria.Responsibilities and accomplishments:-Perform experiments using molecular biology techniques-Mentor undergraduate students through individual research projects-Assisted in writing funded research grant applications-Presented research at local, national, and international conferences

Assisted students with test preparation and everyday inquiries. Led a weekly discussion section to review course material.