- Title M.S. student, Tay Lab
- Education BS, Pre-Veterinary Science, University of Massachusetts – Amherst
- Area of Study Cell & Molecular Biology
Current Research:
Microglial cells monitor their surroundings, clear debris, and protect the nervous system. In response to injury or disease, they become active, triggering inflammation and rapid cell growth (microgliosis). While we know microgliosis returns to normal during recovery, how this happens is still unclear. Currently, I am studying how microglial cells work and functions at the single-cell level to use this knowledge to develop new treatments for chronic brain diseases.