Future Members
The BRAIV Lab (Brain Aging and Vascular Biology Lab) welcomes highly motivated and intellectually curious trainees who are passionate about neuroscience, brain aging, neurovascular biology, white matter degeneration, and neurodegenerative diseases. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and rigorous research environment that supports scientific growth, innovation, and mentorship at all career stages.
Our research integrates cellular and molecular neuroscience, advanced imaging, neurodegeneration, glial biology, ferroptosis, aging biology, and translational approaches to better understand mechanisms underlying Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, and related neurological disorders.
We encourage applications from individuals with diverse academic backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
Opportunities for Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate trainees are an important part of the BRAIV Lab community. Students will gain hands-on exposure to experimental neuroscience, laboratory techniques, data analysis, scientific communication, and mentorship.
Undergraduate students may have opportunities to:
- Participate in ongoing neuroscience research projects
- Learn histological, molecular, and imaging techniques
- Assist with data collection and analysis
- Present research findings at laboratory meetings and scientific conferences
- Receive mentorship on graduate school preparation and career development
We welcome students interested in neuroscience, biology, biomedical engineering, data science, psychology, physiology, anatomy, and related disciplines.
Opportunities for Graduate Students
Graduate students in the BRAIV Lab receive multidisciplinary training in brain aging and vascular biology with an emphasis on scientific independence, critical thinking, and translational neuroscience.
Research areas may include:
- White matter degeneration and repair
- Microglial biology and neuroinflammation
- Oligodendrocyte lineage biology
- Ferroptosis and aging-related cell death
- Neurovascular dysfunction
- Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia
- Advanced microscopy and imaging analysis
- Computational and data-driven neuroscience
Graduate trainees are encouraged to develop independent research directions, publish high-impact manuscripts, present at national and international meetings, and pursue competitive fellowships and career development opportunities.
Financial Support
Research Assistant (RA) stipends are available for qualified graduate students, subject to funding availability and academic performance. These positions provide financial support while offering hands-on research training in neuroscience, brain aging, and neurovascular biology within the BRAIV Lab.
Graduate trainees supported as RAs will also have opportunities to:
- Gain advanced research experience in a productive laboratory environment
- Participate in manuscript preparation and scientific presentations
- Develop skills in experimental design, data analysis, and scientific communication
- Build competitive profiles for fellowships, grants, and future academic or industry careers
All applicants are encouraged to discuss funding opportunities during the application process.
Opportunities for Visiting Scholars
The BRAIV Lab welcomes visiting scholars, postdoctoral researchers, clinicians, and international trainees interested in collaborative and interdisciplinary neuroscience research.
Visiting scholars may engage in:
- Short-term or long-term collaborative projects
- Advanced training in neurobiology and imaging techniques
- Scientific exchange and interdisciplinary collaborations
- Grant and manuscript development
- Mentorship and career development activities
The lab strongly values global scientific collaboration and actively supports trainees and scholars from underrepresented and international backgrounds.
What We Value
At BRAIV Lab, we value:
We strive to create an environment where trainees can grow scientifically, professionally, and personally while contributing meaningfully to advancing brain health and neuroscience research.
Key Criteria
The BRAIV Lab welcomes applications from both domestic and international students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to scientific research and innovation.
Competitive applicants are expected to have:
- A strong academic record
- Prior research experience or demonstrated interest in biomedical or neuroscience research
- Motivation to work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- A strong interest in brain aging, neurodegeneration, neurovascular biology, or related fields
Applicants from diverse academic, cultural, and professional backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply. The BRAIV Lab is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive training environment that promotes scientific excellence, mentorship, and professional development.