The central goal of our laboratory is to study common tenets of how visceral organ function is regulated in the brain and how it influences emotional wellbeing. Our lab studies intersection between visceral sensation, organ function, and emotions. We are in pursuit of a comprehensive understanding of how the brain interprets, adapts, and responds to signals from the peripheral organs during normal and pathological states and how it shapes our emotions. We implement genetic, molecular, and neuroanatomical tools to study these questions across the nervous system to link genes, cells, circuits, and behavior. We strive for excellence in science we do and believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment regardless of race, background, or beliefs. We will be thrilled to offer opportunities to students and scientists from under-represented and disadvantaged groups to pursue scientific endeavors with our group.

As a mentor, I feel that my job is to show students how exciting science can be while giving them the necessary support to develop practical skills in hypothesis development and experimental design. I strongly believe that diverse groups bring unique skill sets and outlooks to solve problems.  I strive for excellence in science we do and believe in creating supportive and inclusive environment regardless of race, background, or beliefs. I want and welcome students and scientists from under-represented and disadvantaged groups to pursue research questions they are passionate about with our group. Being an immigrant myself, I believe in leading a laboratory with a melting pot of passionate researchers with diverse upbringings. I will strive to create an environment that cultivates these beliefs. In my role I will reach out to help individuals that have had to struggle through difficult circumstances, and to provide them with every opportunity to achieve both their personal and professional goals.