Verena Wu

Undergraduate Researcher

I am currently double majoring in Neuroscience and Gender Studies with a minor in Ecology, Evolution & Biodiversity. My research interests are in neurodegenerative disorders, sex differences and reproductive physiology, and human and animal behavior. I am especially interested in the biochemistry behind these different topics, and how we can change and control the chemistry through different therapeutics, whether it be through pharmaceutical therapies or behavioral conditioning. I am so excited for this opportunity to work in the Kaczorowski lab to contribute to current knowledge of the genetics behind Alzheimer's disease, resilience, and potential pharmaceutical treatments while developing valuable skills in cell culture and the lab.

In my free time I am an avid rock climber and rollerblader and enjoy playing board games, petting cats, and making jewelry.