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Researching the Relationship Between Head Circumference and Autism at UNC NIRAL – with Jade Jones

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Jun 103 min read

Researching the Relationship Between Head Circumference and Autism at UNC NIRAL – with Jade Jones

Hi! My name is Jade Jones, and I am a junior neuroscience major with a minor in chemistry on a pre-med track here at UNC Chapel Hill. I...

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Piloting an Executive Function and Decision Making Study at the UNC NIRL – with Emma Chow

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May 33 min read

Piloting an Executive Function and Decision Making Study at the UNC NIRL – with Emma Chow

In my sophomore year of high school, a typical soccer game led to a potential concussion and a doctor’s appointment that altered the...

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Unraveling the Complexities of the Developing Brain: A Journey Through Research and Advocacy at UNC Mother Infant Research Studies – with Kirina Shah

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Apr 93 min read

Unraveling the Complexities of the Developing Brain: A Journey Through Research and Advocacy at UNC Mother Infant Research Studies – with Kirina Shah

Two years ago, as a bright-eyed and eager freshman, I sat down in my PSYC 101 class, planning to obtain my general education requirement...

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Exploring the Development of Attention Disorders at UNC Early Brain Development Studies – with Gretchen Davis

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Apr 33 min read

Exploring the Development of Attention Disorders at UNC Early Brain Development Studies – with Gretchen Davis

Hello everyone! My name is Gretchen Davis, and I am a third-year student at UNC studying neuroscience with minors in chemistry and...

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From Chopping Broccoli to Organizing and Updating Psychological Resources…A Dream Fulfilled at the UNC Community Clinic – with Richie Gray

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Feb 155 min read

From Chopping Broccoli to Organizing and Updating Psychological Resources…A Dream Fulfilled at the UNC Community Clinic – with Richie Gray

Hello! My name is Richie Gray, and I am a senior at UNC-Chapel Hill where I am majoring in psychology (B.S.) and minoring in neuroscience...

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Utilizing Computer Science to Understand Schizophrenia Predictors at UNC Neurocognition and Imaging Research Lab – with Luke Engel

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Jan 104 min read

Utilizing Computer Science to Understand Schizophrenia Predictors at UNC Neurocognition and Imaging Research Lab – with Luke Engel

In the unlikely tale of a high school dropout turned neuroscience enthusiast, my journey from sidelined dreams to delving into the...

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Developing a Pharmacological Tool to Treat Substance Use Disorders at RTI International – with Elizabeth Banyas

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Dec 18, 20234 min read

Developing a Pharmacological Tool to Treat Substance Use Disorders at RTI International – with Elizabeth Banyas

“How are you?” “Good” In American culture, the reflexive response of “good” has become a societal script. An unspoken agreement to keep...

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Analyzing MRI Images to Understand Early Postnatal Brain Development and Autism Likelihood at UNC NIRAL – with Megan Gerlach

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Nov 14, 20233 min read

Analyzing MRI Images to Understand Early Postnatal Brain Development and Autism Likelihood at UNC NIRAL – with Megan Gerlach

Hello! My name is Megan Gerlach. I am a junior from Cary, North Carolina majoring in neuroscience and double minoring in chemistry and...

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Expanding Access to Quality In-Home Care for Elders at CareYaya – with Carson Swain

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Nov 6, 20235 min read

Expanding Access to Quality In-Home Care for Elders at CareYaya – with Carson Swain

Growing up, I have always had a close relationship with my mother and maternal grandfather. I can still remember staying with my...

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Gaining Perspective on Severe & Persistent Mental Illness at Threshold Clubhouse – with Verina Guirguis

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Oct 17, 20234 min read

Gaining Perspective on Severe & Persistent Mental Illness at Threshold Clubhouse – with Verina Guirguis

Psychiatry is rapidly advancing, but a few years ago, I didn’t exactly know what this meant. I am still only beginning to understand what...

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Combining Passions to Improve Health Outcomes at NC Maternal Mental Health MATTERS – with Stephanie Forlemu

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Oct 9, 20235 min read

Combining Passions to Improve Health Outcomes at NC Maternal Mental Health MATTERS – with Stephanie Forlemu

Hello everyone! My name is Stephanie Forlemu, and I am a senior neuroscience major, with a minor in women’s and gender studies. And,...

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Testing a New Neurostimulation Treatment for Depression at Pulvinar Neuro – with Christian Sodano

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Sep 25, 20233 min read

Testing a New Neurostimulation Treatment for Depression at Pulvinar Neuro – with Christian Sodano

Brain stimulation can be a bit of a queasy topic for some people. I used to be among them. Where I grew up –Holly Springs, NC – there...

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Discovering New Pathways at the UNC Early Brain Development Study – with Camila Vallebona

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Sep 18, 20237 min read

Discovering New Pathways at the UNC Early Brain Development Study – with Camila Vallebona

Hello everyone! My name is Camila Vallebona. I come from a country where “neuroscience” and “research” are meaningless words – words that...

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Characterization of Phytocannabinoids on hCB1 and hCB2 Receptors using Radio-Ligand Binding Assays at RTI International - With Mia Foglesong

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May 3, 20233 min read

Characterization of Phytocannabinoids on hCB1 and hCB2 Receptors using Radio-Ligand Binding Assays at RTI International - With Mia Foglesong

Hi! My name is Mia Foglesong. I’m currently a junior double majoring in psychology and neuroscience with a minor in music from Durham,...

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Statistical Modeling with MRI to Enhance the Use of a Biomarker in Autism Risk and Diagnosis at UNC NIRAL - with Vishal Easwar

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Mar 20, 20234 min read

Statistical Modeling with MRI to Enhance the Use of a Biomarker in Autism Risk and Diagnosis at UNC NIRAL - with Vishal Easwar

Hello! My name is Vishal Easwar. I am a junior from Greensboro, North Carolina pursuing a B.S. in psychology and neuroscience as well as...

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Diving into Clinical and Forensic Psychology in the High Levels of Mental Health Care at Holly Hill - with Gabriela Giulumian

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Feb 14, 20233 min read

Diving into Clinical and Forensic Psychology in the High Levels of Mental Health Care at Holly Hill - with Gabriela Giulumian

Hey! I am Gabriela Giulumian, a sophomore (junior-standing) here at UNC majoring in both psychology and mathematics with a minor in...

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Developing Digital SEL Skill Development Technologies at the 3C Institute – with Jake McGillion-Moore

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Nov 1, 20222 min read

Developing Digital SEL Skill Development Technologies at the 3C Institute – with Jake McGillion-Moore

Hi everyone! My name is Jake McGillion-Moore and I’m a third-year student from Westport, Connecticut, pursuing a double major in...

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Studying Outcomes on Baby Brain Development Resulting from Prenatal Substance Abuse Exposure at UNC Mother-Infant Research Studies – with Abigail Palacios

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Sep 14, 20222 min read

Studying Outcomes on Baby Brain Development Resulting from Prenatal Substance Abuse Exposure at UNC Mother-Infant Research Studies – with Abigail Palacios

Hi everyone! My name is Abby Palacios, and I am a senior from Little Ferry, New Jersey. I am currently pursuing a B.S. in neuroscience...

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Using Software to Analyze fMRI Data and Potential Correlations to Cognitive or Behavioral Task Scores at UNC’s Neurocognition and Imaging Research Lab (NIRL) – with Zhuoyu Shi

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Sep 7, 20223 min read

Using Software to Analyze fMRI Data and Potential Correlations to Cognitive or Behavioral Task Scores at UNC’s Neurocognition and Imaging Research Lab (NIRL) – with Zhuoyu Shi

Hi everyone! My name is Zhuoyu (Selina) Shi, and I am a junior double-majoring in psychology and computer science with a minor in...

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Researching Risk for Psychosis in Adolescents at the UNC Neurocognition and Imaging Research Lab (NIRL) – with Sree Gogineni

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Apr 28, 20222 min read

Researching Risk for Psychosis in Adolescents at the UNC Neurocognition and Imaging Research Lab (NIRL) – with Sree Gogineni

Hello everyone! My name is Sree Gogineni and I am currently a junior majoring in neuroscience with minors in medical anthropology and...

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