Research/Areas of Interest
Fragile X Syndrome (FXS) is currently the most common monogenic form of autism spectrum disorders and intellectual disability. I am investigating astroglial-specific changes in microRNA levels that may underlie the cellular and behavioral characteristics of FXS, while also exploring novel therapeutic approaches.
Education
- BSc, Biomedical Science, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario
- MSc, Molecular & Cellular Biology with Collaborative Neuroscience Specialization, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario
- PhD, Neuroscience, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario