Staff
Matt Heflin, B.S.
Lab Manager
B.S. in Human Development, Cornell University
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I’ve always had an interest in what happens below our conscious experience and how these subconscious processes exert influence over our waking lives. I enjoy research on the origins, both psychologically and neurologically, of our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs. I plan on pursuing a PhD in either Neuropsychology or Clinical Psychology.
Eden Neleman, B.A.
Clinical Research Coordinator
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My experience lies in child and adolescent psychology and science policy. In three years, I received a dual bachelor’s degree in psychology and art history, as well as a minor in child and adolescent mental studies from New York University’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study. From there, I joined the Forum of Neuroscience and Nervous System Disorders of the National Academies of Sciences in Washington, D.C., as a Senior Program Assistant. In addition to working with Dr. Gu, I am obtaining a master’s in clinical and counseling psychology from Teacher’s College at Columbia University, and am an Applied Behavior Analyst at the Manhattan Psychology Group. I hope to one day earn a PhD in clinical psychology.
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Karina Savillo, B.A.
Administrative Manager
B.A. in Psychology, Cornell University
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I am interested in studying clinical populations and using statistical analysis as a means of improving psychiatric treatments. I want to develop more efficacious interventions for populations that struggle with emotional regulation. I plan on pursing a PhD in Clinical Psychology.