Juliann P
- Research Program Mentor
PhD at University of Alabama at Birmingham
Expertise
Statistics, cognitive psychology, social psychology, neuroscience, cognitive behavioral therapies, psychotherapeutic interventions, racial disparities, substance use, trauma and PTSD
Bio
I recently completed my PhD in Medical/Clinical Psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham where my dissertation focused on neuroimaging and substance use. My main interests focus around substance use, PTSD, and neuroimaging, although I'm passionate about cognitive neuroscience in general! Currently I am a postdoctoral fellow at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School where I work on neuroimaging projects to better understand trauma and dissociation. Now that I've finished my PhD I have a lot more spare time! I recently moved to the Boston, MA area and I'm looking forward to exploring everything the city has to offer! I enjoy reading, cooking, and going for walks.Project ideas
Foundations of Structural MRI Physics
In this project, you will learn about the physics of structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). You will explore the physics of the MRI machine and how those signals interact with the body to produce a structural MRI. You may choose to focus on anatomical images or diffusion-weighted images, or you may explore both topics. You will then produce an a scientific review paper or infographic depicting the process, depending on your preference. Prerequisites Basic understanding of physics and biology.
Foundations of Functional MRI Physics
In this project, you will learn about the physics of functional magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). You will explore the physics of the MRI machine and how those signals interact with the body to produce a functional MRI. You will then produce an a scientific review paper or infographic depicting the process, depending on your preference. Prerequisites Basic understanding of physics and biology.
Psychiatric Applications of Neuromodulatory Interventions
In this project, you will learn the mechanism of action for a specific neuromodulatory intervention (e.g., electroconvulsive therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, etc). You will then review the current literature regarding the application of the intervention and discuss potential future directions. The project will culminate in writing a scientific review paper on your chosen neuromodulatory intervention. Prerequisites - Basic understanding of biology - Strong interest in the topic - A few hours of work outside of each session Additional Information You will need access to scientific journal databases, which can often be accessed through your local library.