The Best Student Researchers
Not only do we spend time together researching topics but we investigate all things science
Lauren Rivera is the main author of a review paper for psilocybin’s therapeutic effectiveness in treating substance use disorders. She is using optogenetics and classical conditioning to study neural plasticity and seizure susceptibility.
Malak Albedawe is an undergraduate researcher studying epigenetics and how the Great Hunger left its mark across generations, alongside TMS work in the lab.
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Yasmin Zughbi is an undergraduate Biology major on the pre-PA track studying self-recognition, stress, and cognition, specifically in women’s health and trauma.
Natalia Cifuentes is the leader of the pack. She oversees most projects and is heading of a TMS study on persuasiveness. She has performed research globally and has just returned from a post in Austria.
Asya Polat enjoys learning about neuroplasticity and how the mind and brain are affected by mental illness. Her research interests focus on understanding how the brain can adapt and rebuild itself following trauma-related changes in neural circuits and brain regions..
Ashton Morante is a Junior at Montclair, and their current research is on anxiety and how TMS can aid in the treatment of anxiety.
This is the Psilocybin Conference we put on.
The Lab Skydive! Yes, we all jumped!
HOW AMAZING IS THIS?
All 4 of the students in this picture are now doctors
The Cognitive Neuroimaging Lab at Sense to Synapse is a bustling hub of activity and innovation. Here are some of the lstudents that work in the lab, showcasing the lab's commitment to fostering the next generation of scientists. These bright young minds work alongside graduate and undergraduate students, creating a collaborative and dynamic environment that encourages learning and growth for all. The mix of different education levels promotes a culture of mentorship, where the more experienced students can guide and support the younger ones. Together, they engage in cutting-edge research, using state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to explore the mysteries of the human brain. The lab is a space where curiosity is encouraged, knowledge is shared, and the future of cognitive neuroscience is being shaped.
Numerous alumni hold advanced degrees such as PhDs and MDs, while many others are in the process of completing their academic journey. Some have ventured into clinical roles, academia, or the corporate world. To contact any of our former students, please reach out via email to the lab as, with a network of over a hundred alumni, it is impractical to maintain an up-to-date list of current emails on our website. Our alumni network is vast and diverse, representing a wide array of talents and expertise. They are making significant contributions to their respective fields, and we are incredibly proud of their achievements.
