Brock
PhD
Expertise
Neuroscience of consciousness, applications of machine learning to biomedical research, how do our genetic backgrounds influence our psychology
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.
Arielle
PhD candidate
Expertise
neuroscience, nervous system injury and regeneration, cell biology, genomics, bioinformatics,
Sarah
PhD
Expertise
music and memory, psychology, cognitive science, science and arts, neuroscience of music, music psychology, nostalgia, music-evoked emotions, emotion, projects related to human aging
Sameera
MD candidate
Expertise
neuroscience, neurodegenerative diseases, addiction studies, behavioral psychology, cancer medicine
Madeleine
MS
Expertise
Human-centered Design, Neuroscience in Technology, Applications of AI in digital product design, Creative Writting
Nella
PhD
Expertise
Neuroscience, Cellular Biology, viruses, Pharmacology, Addiction, Science Communication, GABA, Dopamine, Neuropharmacology, Substance Abuse, Substance Use Disorders, Neural Circuitry, Mechanisms Underlying Disease, Cellular and molecular biology and developmental biology
Alexandra
PhD
Expertise
Molecular Neuroscience, with an emphasis in biochemistry and structural biology
Micayla
MD candidate
Expertise
Medicine, nutrition, dermatology, social determinants of health, health equity, curriculum development and quality improvement, creative and academic writing
Annamarie
PhD candidate
Expertise
Cancer biology, medical science and physiology, understanding human disease, scientific writing and education
Paia
Industry expert
Expertise
Psychiatry (specifically developmental), neurobiology/neuroscience, theater (especially theater for young audiences or production)
Ti'Air
PhD
Expertise
biomedical engineering, neural engineering, neuroscience, cellular signaling pathways, implantable electrodes, astrocytes, neurons, implantable neurotechnology, neurodegenerative diseases, deep brain stimulation, neurolink 'like' devices, cell culture, neuroimaging
Angelica
PhD
Expertise
The neuroscience of memory formation; the science of sleep: understanding why we need it; the effects of social media on mental health; exploring artificial intelligence and machine learning; the role of genetics in shaping human behavior; psychology of learning: strategies for effective study; the human brain: from neurons to networks; ethical hacking: the good side of cybersecurity; the impact of nutrition on physical and mental health; genetic engineering: editing the code of life; the intersection of art and science; cognitive behavioral therapy: techniques and applications; the science of sports: enhancing athletic performance; creative writing
Lee
PhD
Expertise
empathy, prosocial behavior, social psychology, developmental psychology, persuasion and influence, leadership