Bar Naiberg
Major & Minor
Major: Neuroscience & Cognitive Science
Minor: Biochemistry
Hometown
Los Angeles, CA
How’d you choose your major/minor?
The brain has always been a mystery to me, It's an extremly complex organ which grew my facination for it. In highscool, I took AP psychology which left me with more questions than answers about specific structures, fucntions, and pathways. I often feel like we know so much, yet so little about neurological processes. When it came time to choose a major, Neuroscience was a no-brainer for me.
What’s your favorite spot on campus?
My favorite spot on campus is the turtle pond! It’s the perfect place to people-watch and unwind after a stressful class. When the weather is nice, I love sitting under the trees, listening to music, and trying to spot the turtles.
What has been the highlight of your college career thus far?
My highlight of college so far has been receiving a summer research scholarship from the Department of Neuroscience. This scholarship provided me with the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the research process, from drafting a proposal to analyzing data. My research focused on the role of peripheral organ clearance of amyloid-beta in Alzheimer’s disease, and I plan for this project to serve as the basis for my Honors thesis .