Join a UCLA Professor for an insider’s guide to neuroscience and genetics research—and how it can strengthen your path to medical school. Learn how to choose a compelling research topic, build a real project in high school, and use that experience to stand out in competitive college and pre-med applications.
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2017 Hunter Engineering
Dr. Jorge Avila is the Assistant Director at UCLA’s Undergraduate Research Centers, where he leads programs that support underrepresented students in STEM research. With a Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience/Psychology and postdoctoral work at Rutgers, he brings extensive experience in neuroscience, substance abuse research, and collaborative scientific projects. Dr. Avila has published in peer-reviewed journals, presented at major conferences, and specializes in developing innovative research methodologies in neuroscience.
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Laila holds an AB in Social Studies with an emphasis on post-colonial theory and history from Harvard University, and an MM from the New England Conservatory in Jazz Voice. While in college, she held leadership roles on the Undergraduate Council, the Arts & Humanities Student Board, and a variety of activist organizations, including the Harvard Graduate Student Union.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn from a UCLA professor and gain expert guidance on getting started with neuroscience and genetics research!
Discover how to choose the right research topic, build a meaningful project in high school, and use that experience to boost your college and pre-med applications.
