Undergraduate Research Assistants

Devon Adams

Hi! My name is Devon, and I am a junior majoring in Neurobiology with a certificate in Gender and Women’s Studies. After graduating, I hope to pursue a career in the medical field as a physician assistant. This is my first semester in the Educational Neuroscience lab, and I am super excited to gain research experience in the neuroscience field and discover more about how kids learn. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, baking, exploring Madison, and spending time with family and friends.

Sophie Wasserman

Hi! My name is Sophie Wasserman, and I am a junior double majoring in Neurobiology and Psychology. After I graduate, I plan on attending medical school and pursuing a career in child psychiatry. This will be my first semester in the lab, and I’m so excited to join the team and deepen my understanding of educational neuroscience! Outside of the lab, I am a member of Delta Delta Delta and Wisconsin Pre-Medical Society. In my free time I enjoy trying new restaurants around Madison and spending time with friends!

Sadie Gutterman

Hi, my name is Sadie and I’m a junior studying neurobiology with a certificate in education and educational services. This is my first semester in the lab and I’m really excited to be a part of it. After graduation, I am hoping to go to med school. Outside of school I work as a CNA and volunteer at the UW hospital, and I also teach an after school program at Randall Elementary school. In my free time I love cooking, spending time with friends and family, and hiking! 

Hannah Knudson

Hi! My name is Hannah, and I’m a sophomore majoring in Neurobiology with a certificate in Data Science. This is my first semester in the lab, and I’m excited to explore educational neuroscience, gain experience working with children, and deepen my understanding of the field! Outside of academics, I enjoy running, crafting, and spending time with friends. After graduation, I plan to pursue graduate school to continue my studies in neuroscience.

Riley Erben

Hi! My name is Riley Erben, and I am a junior studying Neurobiology with certificates in Global Health and Religious Studies. This will be my second semester in the EdNeuro Lab, and I am super excited to continue learning about educational neuroscience and child development. I’m also excited to gain more experience with brain imaging techniques. After graduation, I hope to attend medical school. Outside of the lab, I work closely with the Transition Education Program here in Madison and work as a Student Health Technician at University Health Services. In my free time, I love practicing yoga, cooking, going to concerts, and spending time with friends and family!

Emily Walberer

My name is Emily Walberer and I am a sophomore majoring in Neurobiology with a certificate in Data Science. This will be my first semester in the lab and I’m looking forward to gaining lab experience, running experiments with kids, and learning more about the brain. In the future, I hope to get a master’s degree in Neuroscience or a related field. Outside of the lab, I am a Badger Spill student supporter and I participate in the Undergraduate Neuroscience Society. In my free time I enjoy hiking, skiing, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

Ella Campbell

Hi! My name is Ella Campbell and I am a first-year majoring in Neurobiology. After graduation, I plan to attend medical school and become a pediatric neurologist. This will be my first semester in lab, and I am very excited to participate in learning more about educational neuroscience. Outside of lab, I spend my free time reading, writing, and hanging out with friends and family.

Ava Taylor

Hi! My name is Ava Taylor, and I’m a sophomore majoring in Psychology with a certificate in Data Science. My long-term goal is to continue contributing to research endeavors within the psychology field. This semester is my first semester working within the lab, and I’m excited to have the opportunity to learn from my peers, work in a hands-on environment, and develop a further understanding of how we learn. Outside of the lab, I volunteer with the club Craft for Care and am a part of Psychology Club. In my free time, I enjoy art, reading, and spending time outdoors.

Woyu (Nina) Gao

Hi! My name is Nina, and I’m a sophomore double majoring in Kinesiology and Neurobiology. My long term career goal is to become a physical therapist, with a particular interest in sports and neurological rehabilitation. This is my first semester in the lab, and I’m excited to be part of the lab and gain research experience. Outside of the lab, I enjoy spending time with friends and family, working out, and playing tennis.

Carolyn Loxtercamp

My name is Carolyn Loxtercamp, and I am a sophomore majoring in Neurobiology. My long-term goal is to become a pediatric neuropsychologist, and I am super excited to have fun gaining experience through this lab! Around campus, I am involved in the Undergraduate Neuroscience Society, and at home, I work with my school district’s childcare program. In my free time I love to read, listen to music, spend time with my friends, be active, and learn about things I am interested in. I also love to explore Madison and try new clubs and activities! 

Bianca Martinez

Hi! My name is Bianca and I am a freshman majoring in Neurobiology, this will be my first year in the lab. Outside academics, I enjoy volunteering at Madison’s Children Museum and working on crafts with guests. I also love to read, bake, and watch movies in my free time. After graduation, I plan to pursue a career in healthcare as a physician assistant and hopefully specialize in neurology. I am eager to gain valuable research experience here and explore my interests in neuroscience!

Sophia Lowe

Hi! My name is Sophia, and I’m a sophomore studying Psychology on the pre-med track. After graduation, I plan to attend medical school, and I’m especially interested in neuroscience, child development, and how the brain supports learning. I’m excited to be part of the Educational Neuroscience Lab and to further explore these interests while gaining hands-on research experience working with children. Outside of the lab, I’m passionate about mental health and volunteer as a helpline advocate at the RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center in Madison. In my free time, I love traveling, staying active, going on walks, and spending time with my friends and family.

Nora Palka

Hi! My name is Nora Palka, and I am currently a sophomore majoring in Neurobiology with a certificate in education and educational services. This will be my first semester in the lab, and I am super excited to join the team and deepen my understanding in the field of educational neuroscience. After graduation, I am hoping to go to PA school and work in pediatrics. Outside of the lab, I am beginning to work as a medical assistant and coach tennis during the summers. In my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, spending time with family and friends, and painting.

Quinn Koeper

Hi! My name is Quinn, and I’m a senior studying Neurobiology and Economics. After graduation, I plan to pursue a career in biotechnology. This is my first semester in the lab, and I’m excited to join the group and learn more about neuroscience through research. Outside of the lab, I’m a member of the Men’s Rowing team. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies and playing chess.