Collaborated with a group of the world’s premier scientists, professors, and professionals in the fields of neuroscience and neuroethics.

Synthesized new neuroscience knowledge into a research proposal for a cutting-edge neuroscience experiment.

Engaged in interactive activities with discussions about cognitive neuroscience and neuroethics in a cross-cultural setting through a biophysical lens.

Isabella Coffey

Las cruces High school

Class of 2023

Read more about Isabella's achievements here.

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My Research ProposalThe aim of this study is to explore the dose-response relationship between intracranial fluid dynamics in an artificial gravity (centrifuge) environment versus a microgravity environment. This study will enable us to better understand the potential solutions to the issue of space headaches (caused by increased intracranial pressure) in astronauts during the extended duration of space travel.It is hypothesized that the rate of progression of increased intracranial pressure caused by microgravity environments can decline when a mouse is placed in a centrifuge for extended periods of time during exposure to microgravity conditions on the ISS.What are the effects of artificial gravity on intracranial pressure in mice exposed to an actual microgravity environment?


My Research Proposal PresentationView my research proposal presentation here.At the conclusion of the internship, I presented my research proposal to a panel of judges including Dr. James Giordano, Dr. Rachel Wurzman, and Dr. John Shook.In the Advanced Medical Neuroscience Internship, I worked directly with some of the world’s leading brain scientists to learn about neuroethics, neurocognitive health, and revolutionary developments in the field.
View my research presentation video here.


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The Frontier of Neuroscience

Center for Functional and Molecular Imaging

The Center for Functional and Molecular Imaging (CFMI) at Georgetown is one of the world’s leading institutions with expertise in structural, functional, and brain imaging.

While visiting the CFMI, I met Dr. John VanMeter, Director of the Neuroimaging Corps at Georgetown University, who described to me the rationale, protocols, capabilities, and limitations of Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging and tract tracing.

I not only learned about the science behind fMRI, but also had the opportunity to see the machine that possess a magnetic power of 30,000 times the strength of Earth’s magnetic field.

Neuromodulation

Neuromodulation is a technology that electrically stimulates nerves or chemically targets neurological sites to treat nearly any disease or symptom.

I specifically learned about the HALO device, an application of neuromodulation that provides external electrical stimulation through a helmet of electrodes. It is primarily used to improve cognitive function and wellbeing, like learning, memory, and performance.

To further demonstrate the applications of neuromodulation, we learned aboutelectrical stimulation, perception of stimuli, and free will in order to control cockroaches from an iPhone.