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Laboratory of Neurophysiology, Pharmacology, & Structural Biology
Laboratory Personnel
Graduate Students:
Esteban Fernández Rodriguez, B.S.
NeuroGRAD Fellow
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Doctoral Program
Department of Biology
University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras
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Bachelor in Science
Department of Biology
University of Puerto Rico, Humacao
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Interest
Undergraduate Students:
Itzel Palacio Jara
NeuroID Fellow
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Bachelor's Degree Program
School of Health & Sciences
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, San Juan
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Interest
I am mainly interested in establishing structure-activity connections
and employing structure-based drug design to target specific receptors.
My ultimate goal is to investigate psychological disorders from a
pharmacological perspective, not only to treat symptoms but also to uncover the complex mechanisms of
these conditions to enrich my understanding and provide essential information that paves the way for more
effective treatment approaches.
Jan M. Mulero Rivera
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Bachelor's Degree Program
Department of Biology
University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón
CV
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Interest:
My research interest is learning about how drugs interact in living
organisms and other aspects such as discovery, development,
mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, and possible side effects.
My professional goal is to do a Ph.D. in pharmacy. This is because pharmacy
combines my interest in science with my desire to impact people's lives on a daily basis positively. I want to
specialize in clinical pharmacy since the main goal would be to provide optimal pharmaceutical care to
patients in a hospital or clinical setting.
Marina Rosario Rivera
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Bachelor's Degree Program
School of Health & Sciences
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, San Juan
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Interest:
I am interested in the intersection between neurobiology and behavior.
By understanding and researching animal models such as Drosophila,
my goal is to comprehend the way that cellular and molecular processes
can modulate the behavior present in psychopathological conditions such as addiction. This
knowledge can aid in the creation of new treatments and interventions that can adequately address
the core mechanisms involved in these processes. My professional goal is to do a Ph.D. in psychology,
and understanding the biological basis of behavior and psychological disorders is a key part of
grasping this field in an interdisciplinary way.
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Alanis Sandoval Almodovar
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Bachelor's Degree Program
Chemistry Department
University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras
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Interest:
Planning to study a topic that truly captivates your interest and aligns
with your long-term aspirations is a crucial step toward building a
fulfilling career path. A branch of science that has always captivated
my interest is pharmacy. The idea of having the opportunity to contribute to people's well-being fills me
with joy. Without a doubt, becoming a pharmacist would allow me to do that in a safe and effective way
by providing people with what they need to improve their health.
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High School Students:
Natalia Echevarría Katwaroo
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High School Student
University Gardens High School, San Juan
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Interest:
I am interested in studying biology, particularly system functions
and disease prevention. By mastering these scientific principles,
I plan to pursue a career in medicine where I can apply evidence-based
knowledge to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
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Research Assistants:
Valentina Sanchez Amy, B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
Department of Biology
University of Puerto Rico, Bayamón
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Interest:
I am primarily focused on establishing a career in medical radiology,
with a specific emphasis on neuroradiology. I contend that a fundamental
aspect of medicine is the comprehensive understanding of the human
body’s internal complexities, as these internal structures provide critical insights into a patient’s health
that may not be externally observable. My particular interest lies in the brain and nervous system, and I
am intrigued by the capacity of medical imaging to detect abnormalities prior to the onset of symptoms.
This capability facilitates accurate diagnoses and enhances the quality of patient care.
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Collaborators
Dr. Carlos Jiménez
Associate Professor
Department of Physiology
University of Puerto Rico
Medical Sciences Campus
Dr. Eduardo Caro
Assistant Professor
School of Pharmacy
University of Puerto Rico
Medical Sciences Campus
Dr. Alfredo Ghezzi
Associate Professor
Department of Biology
University of Puerto Rico
Rio Piedras Campus
Dr. Bianca Valdés
Dean & Assistant Professor
School of Health & Sciences
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón
Title V PiP Grant Co-PI
Dr. Pablo Vivas
Associate Professor
Department of Biochemistry
University of Puerto Rico
Medical Sciences Campus
Former Members
Desiree Vázquez Rivera, B.S.
PharmD Candidate
Doctor of Pharmacy Program
Albany College of Pharmacy
and Health Sciences
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