Luke
PhD
Expertise
Astrobiology, deep-sea microbiology, environmental microbiology, extremophiles, life in hypersaline environments
Research Program Mentors
Polygence mentors are selected based on their exceptional academic background, teaching experience, and unique ability to inspire the next generation of innovative thinkers and industry leaders.
Nathan
MBA
Expertise
Computer Science, Frontend Engineering, Product Management
Kristen
PhD
Expertise
History; Anthropology; STS (Science, Technology & Society Studies); Environmental History; Medical Anthropology; colonial, post-colonial, de-colonial studies; feminist anthropology; the social study of science and technology; East African history; Imperialism; social science; creative writing & ethnographic writing/autoethnography
Vanessa
Industry expert
Expertise
genetic engineering (CRISPR/cas 9), biological pathways and biomarkers, neuroimaging and neurodegenerative diseases
Mariame
PhD candidate
Expertise
cancer biology, bioinformatics, data analytics, public health, computer science, biology, coding
Ochuwa
MD candidate
Expertise
public health, biology, outreach and education, biomedical sciences, environmental sciences, creative and academic writing, applications, essays
Kenna
PhD candidate
Expertise
psychology and public health
Erin
PhD
Expertise
Ecology, Conservation, Wildlife Biology, Botany, Natural Resource Management, GIS, Environmental Policy and Regulation
Henry
PhD candidate
Expertise
Elementary number theory, analytic number theory, algebraic number theory, root systems
Daiki
MS candidate
Expertise
computer graphics, simulation and animation, 3D art, computer music, music technology, composition, math, physics, signal processing
Mikaela
MS candidate
Expertise
Art Markets, Modern & Contemporary Art
Jared
Industry expert
Expertise
Computer Science, Software engineering, Software design
Montserrat
PhD
Expertise
Statistical analysis, including regression, longitudinal analysis, and machine learning using R. Statistical analysis in topics such as politics, education, public health, and economics. Research design, including experimental design and survey design. Comparability studies, including propensity score matching and measurement invariance.
Sierra
MBA candidate
Expertise
Business development, sales, marketing, product management, cross-team communication, internet of things, B2B networking, business presentation building
Friday
PhD
Expertise
Fluids, heat transfer, numerical modeling, strength of materials, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering
Vivian
PhD
Expertise
viruses, parasites, biology, immunology
Jonathan
PhD candidate
Expertise
Marine science, conservation biology, environmental law, environmental policy
Desiree
PhD
Expertise
Qualitative research, psychology, social justice, special education, mental health, policy issues, DEI, social issues
Victoria
PhD
Expertise
Abnormal psychology, health psychology/behavioral medicine, PTSD/trauma, health disparities, cervical cancer screening, substance abuse, primary care-mental health integration, reproductive and perinatal mental health, evaluating therapy outcomes, psychology theory, intersection of gender and health
Sandra
DO candidate
Expertise
Pathophysiology of diseases, Psychology, Mental health, Holistic medicine, Biochemistry, Psychiatry, Neurology, Community Health, Preventative Health, Pediatrics