Mozhdeh Azarnia

. Contributed to a project on activity and connectivity in Parkinson’s disease mouse models. . Performed immunohistochemistry (IHC) on brain tissue to label specific neuronal populations. . Acquired and analyzed confocal microscopy images for quantification of cellular and circuit-level changes. . Sectioned mouse brains using a microtome and prepared samples for histological analysis. . Organized sample documentation and experimental protocols to ensure reproducibility and data traceability.

. Worked on a project investigating tactile perception under suggestion using EEG/ERP methods. . Conducted EEG recordings in human participants, following standardized experimental and safety procedures. . Preprocessed and analyzed EEG data using EEGLAB (filtering, artifact rejection, epoching). . Assisted in adapting experimental scripts and documenting procedures for future replications.

. Performed immunohistochemistry on rodent brain tissue to study memory-related circuits. . Acquired and processed confocal microscopy images for structural and cellular analyses. . Sectioned mouse brains using a cryostat and prepared slides for imaging and staining. . Supported image analysis workflows and basic data organization for ongoing projects.

. Performed fMRI data analysis in human models using SPM. . Assisted in preprocessing pipelines (realignment, normalization, smoothing) and basic statistical analysis. . Sectioned mouse brains using a cryostat for post-mortem validation of imaging findings. . Conducted Nissl staining to assess tissue quality and anatomical structures.

. Worked on the fabrication of microfibers with complex interior structures using shape-changing polymers. . Synthesized and characterized shape-memory polyurethanes for biomedical and engineering applications. . Performed 3D printing and melt electro-writing to produce microstructured polymer scaffolds. . Utilized DMA and other materials characterization techniques to assess mechanical and thermal properties. . Documented experimental protocols and results, and contributed to presentations of project outco

Provided tailored tutoring sessions in chemistry to high school students. Developed personalized learning plans, conducted engaging lessons, and monitored progress to ensure student success.

Research-focused M.Sc. in Integrative Neuroscience with training in cognitive, behavioral, systems, and clinical neuroscience. My Master’s thesis investigated the effects of transcranial ultrasound stimulation on human error monitoring, combining behavioral analysis, cognitive modeling, and EEG-bas

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