4th year wrap up!

It has been a really great 4th year, mostly because at the start of fall I couldn’t envision myself still continuing my PhD. There have been a long list of obstacles, but an even longer list of what kept me here. I am extremely fortunate to have found support in so many people, and will never forget the kindness they showed me when I was at my l... Read more 08 Jul 2024 - 4 minute read

Cultura y Ciencia

In October 2023, I did something that not only kept me in graduate school, but also gave me the second family I needed so far from home. I joined the UC Davis student retention program and cultural group, Danzantes del Alma (DDA), a ballet folklorico (balie folklórico) group on campus has been helping students since the 70’s. It has been such a ... Read more 28 Feb 2024 - 1 minute read

Sharing my science at Sac State and Young Scientist Program

This week, I attended a virtual dinner for the Young Scientist Program to encourage the next generation scientists (K-12 students). I got to talk about how I sort of “fell” into my science career, but how grateful I am to the programs that trained me in undergrad. It is always so nice to share with highly curious and motivated students, I haven’... Read more 22 Feb 2024 - less than 1 minute read

Best Neuroscience Oral Presentation Award at NDiSTEM 2023!

Wow!! Recently, I attended the National Diversity in STEM (NDiSTEM) conference - the annual research conference hosted by the organization: Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS). I have been involved with SACNAS since 2017, first as a general member and eventual president at my baccalaureate institution’s chapter, and ... Read more 31 Oct 2023 - less than 1 minute read

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I am a third-year graduate student in UC Davis’ Biological Psychology Graduate Group working in the Trainor Lab. My interests lie within the realm of integrative biology, ecology, neuroendocrinology, and female animal behavior. When not in the lab, I spend my time engaging in outreach, hiking, and playing with my cats. Read more 01 Jul 2023 - less than 1 minute read

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