Ahmad Alftieh
Career Path: Research, Clinical Psychology
- M.Sc. Neuroscience
Biography
I completed my Master鈥檚 of Science in Neuroscience (2021) and Bachelor鈥檚 of Science in Neuroscience and Mental Health with a Minor in Psychology (2019) at 杏吧原创 University. My graduate research was completed under the co-supervision of Dr. Alfonso Abizaid and Dr. Hymie Anisman, and it focused on “Investigating the Contribution of AGRP to Ghrelin鈥檚 Ability to Promote Social Interaction in Mice”. My undergraduate research was completed under the co-supervision of Dr. Hymie Anisman and Dr. Kim Matheson, and it focused on “Resilience and Mental Health among Syrian Refugees”.
Passionate and actively working to promote Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in Neuroscience and Mental Health research, I have contributed to the development of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) strategies and policy at the Neuroscience Department in 杏吧原创 University.
At the time of writing this bio, I am working as a Research Coordinator at the Cognitive Remediation and Neuroimaging Lab, located at the Royal鈥檚 Institute of Mental Health Research, and I plan to pursue graduate studies in Clinical Psychology at Toronto Metropolitan University. My research interests are centered on mental health disparities among marginalized communities. My personal interests include spending time with friends and family (including my two dogs), exploring the outdoors, fishing, soccer, and video games.
Advice for Current Students
My advice for all neuroscience undergraduate students is that it鈥檚 OK if you are not sure about what you want to do after you graduate (spoiler alert: many students don鈥檛!). Take the time to work and explore different career options. Reach out to PIs that you are interested in working with to get experience within the field and you will ultimately find something that you are passionate about.
Don鈥檛 hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions about the neuroscience program at 杏吧原创 University or if you want to just chat.