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Undergraduate Student at Yonsei University of Korea

About me

I am a recent graduate of Yonsei University with a strong interest in microbiome-brain-immune interactions and the influence of environmental factors on health. Growing up across Germany, Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, and the Philippines has shaped my curiosity about how elements such as diet, sleep, infections, and hormones impact both cognition and overall well-being. Initially focused on human cognition and behavior in diverse environments, my academic interests have expanded to include neuroimmunology and the microbiome-brain-immune axis, particularly in relation to disease prevention and treatment.

My research focuses on the gut microbiome-brain-immune interactions, and their connections to environmental influences. I am especially interested in how these factors contribute to neuroimmunological and related diseases, with the goal of developing innovative, science-driven health solutions. By integrating insights from microbiology and neuroimmunology, I hope to advance both preventive and clinical approaches that improve overall health outcomes.

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Education

****https://www.yonsei.ac.kr/en_sc/index.jsp

BA in Psychology (minor: Biochemistry)

March, 2020 - current

University of California, Irvine

Exchange Student Program in Psycological Science

August, 2022 - June, 2023

Relavent Experience & Activities

Student Assistant at Yonsei Counseling and Coaching Center

July, 2021- August, 2021

Member of AYUI (Association of Yonsei Undergraduate Immunologists)

March, 2024- December, 2024

Research Experience

Undergraduate Research Assistant at Biological-Health Psychology lab, Yonsei University

September, 2024- current

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship at Jongshin Kim Lab, Pohang University of Science and Technology

July, 2024- August, 2024

Lab Intern at Kwon Lab, Yonsei Medical School

July, 2023- March, 2024

Undergraduate Research at Jang lab, University of California, Irvine

December, 2022 - June, 2023