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Studied synaptic plasticity as it relates to Fragile X Syndrome. Performed survival surgeries including viral injection and cranial window implantation, two-photon in vivo imaging and analysis, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescent imaging.

Developed and taught supplemental material to further engage students with course content. Led introductory and advanced biology labs as well as introductory biology discussion sections with 20-40 students. Engaged students with course material and actively aided in their learning.

Aided in a project studying motor learning in mice by imaging layer 5 neurons while training mice to eat with one paw.

Santa Cruz, California

Assisted students, TAs, and professors with running laboratory classes in a safe and organized manner. Restocked chemicals, glassware, and other necessary materials before, during, and after laboratory classes, and practiced safe management of hazardous waste.

Promoted the academic and professional success of collegiate women pursuing STEM degrees by leading networking events, workshops, and presentations by guest speakers. Quadrupled membership, spearheaded a fundraising campaign that raised over $5,000 for the organization, and established the UCSC chapter as an affiliate of the national Women in Science Society nonprofit organization.

Master Of Science - Ms, Molecular, Cell And Developmental Biology

B.S. Neuroscience