Briaunna M
- Research Program Mentor
MS at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Expertise
Neuroscience, Behavioral Neuroscience, Neurodegenerative Disease, Genetics
Bio
Hey everyone! I’m Briaunna, or Bri for short! Born in raised in the Midwest. I obtained my B.Sc. from Michigan State University, studying Behavioral Neuroscience and German! Sprechen Sie Deutsche? Following my time at MSU, I flew across the world and did my M.Sc. in Germany! My areas of expertise are biology, neurobiology and stroke related studies. Would ultimately love to advance my education working on neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinsons, and Multiple Sclerosis! When I’m not being such a nerd I enjoy hanging out with friends, exploring local eateries, going for long walks and playing with my two cats! I’ve recently learned how to cross stitch as well! I would have loved having a mentor throughout my studies, so i’m super excited to have this opportunity to help out the next generation of geniuses!Project ideas
Project ideas are meant to help inspire student thinking about their own project. Students are in the driver seat of their research and are free to use any or none of the ideas shared by their mentors.
Pop! Goes the Neurons!
Explore how sodium influx causes neurons to pop(!) with action potential. Dive into the physiological function that’s the very basis of all neural activity!
Languages I know
GermanTeaching experience
Briefly was an undergraduate learning assistant for several of my science classes during undergrad. The job included helping students with questions, proctoring exams/quizzes, grading homework and holding office hours. I have also mentored students from my community to help navigate their way through college!Credentials
Work experience
Washington University School of Medicine (2020 - Current)
Cytogenetics Clinical ResearcherEducation
Michigan State University
BS Bachelor of Science (2019)
NeuroscienceHeinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
MS Master of Science
Biology