A bit about me... I recently took up gardening over the summer and also enjoy reading and sewing. I’ve always loved musicals (Wicked is one of my favourites!) I like trying new things and hope to learn how to knit or ski this year.
Favourite fact about the brain:
The amygdala has been my favourite brain region ever since I learned it regulates our emotions and helps us respond to the world around us!
Hi everyone! My name is Lana and I am in my 3rd year of Honours Pharmacology. I am passionate about giving kids the opportunity to learn about brain injury in a fun and interactive way. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, skating, and reading! I am looking forward to being a part of the Brainwaves executive team as VP Scheduling.
Favourite fact about the brain:
Basal Ganglia, which is mostly in charge of our habits and muscle memory. For example, if you train in figure skating for years, the basal ganglia will take over!
During my free time I love to go to the gym or go for a swim. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, especially going shopping or getting dinner with them. During school, you can usually find me at the library studying 
or working.
Favourite fact about the brain:
Hypothalamus: It plays an essential role in our endocrine system, and making sure our body stays at homeostasis. It does so much work that most people don’t realize!
I have a HUGE sense of wonder and love learning new things every day! That is why I have been in education for my whole life; as a student, teacher, assistant principal, principal and now education coordinator. I love being in nature, hiking in the mountains or swimming in the ocean, as long as I can be active. My claim to fame is being inducted into the AB Figure Skating Hall of Fame this year along with my Precision Skating teammates from my youth as the most accomplished team in the history of AB. I also love a good rom com movie and classic rock music.
Favourite fact about the brain:
The Prefrontal Cortex because it is is the executive control center for my every-day functioning!
Hi, I'm Tanzila and I'm heading into my second year in the honours physiology program. Although I am a science major, I am a very creative person. I am an artist specializing mostly in oil painting, watercolor and ink drawings, and had an art exhibition based on that in high school. I spend most of my time sketching while watching YouTube / Netflix.
Favourite fact about the brain:
My favourite region of the brain is the occipital lobe due to its role in visual processing which is very helpful to me as an artist.
Hi everyone, my name is Fifunmi and I enjoy drinking herbal teas and going on long walks. I am interested in understanding mechanisms behind physiological systems, particularly in a laboratory setting. When I am not working or studying, I like to dance like no one is watching.
Favourite fact about the brain:
Basal Ganglia, because it is important in forming habits and several automatic responses we don't even think about.
I’m a master’s student who loves staying active and being around sports. Soccer and hockey are my favorites, but I’ll happily play or watch just about anything. I enjoy the mix of competition and fun that comes with sports, whether it’s a casual game with friends or keeping up with matches. Outside of that, I’m really into cars. I like learning about different models, following new releases, and just talking about anything automotive. When I’m not studying or working on school projects, you’ll usually find me spending time with family or friends.
Favourite fact about the brain:
My favorite brain region is the occipital lobe because of the central role it plays in vision. I’ve always been fascinated by how much of our perception of the world depends on sight, and the occipital lobe is where all that visual information gets processed and made meaningful.
A fun fact about me is that I had taken more psychology courses than physiology courses. When free, I usually going hiking and fishing with my family. During the summer, I've enjoyed to play badminton, karting racing and escape rooms with my friends!
Favourite fact about the brain:
My favourite brain region is Wernicke's area. It is the "language comprehension center," allowing you to understand words and their meanings. Without it, language might sound like gibberish!
Hi everyone! My name is Adrien and I am in my 3rd year of the Honors and Immunology Infection Program. Fun fact about me is that I have been volunteering with brainwaves for 3 years now. On my free time, I enjoy playing Minecraft and hanging out with my bunny at home. I work as a coding instructor and have fallen in love with teaching children. What better opportunity could there be than to also teach the kiddos about neuroscience and brain injury prevention! I enjoy making learning fun for the kids in classroom and am eager to pass on my experience as former VP Volunteer and Recruitment to new volunteers.
Favourite fact about the brain:
When you eat something too cold and your body tries to counteract this by causing quick constriction and dilation of the blood vessels to warm up. This causes pain also called a Brain Freeze!
I'm finishing my undergrad this spring and plan to move to a new city to pursue graduate studies. One of the highlights of my degree has been getting involved in research, especially in the areas of behavioural medicine and health equity. Outside of academics, I love running, hiking, and cooking. My dislikes include people who litter, traffic, and complicated statistical processes!
Favourite fact about the brain:
My favourite part of the brain is the cerebellum because of its involvement in aspects of movement I find fascinating like the coordination of voluntary motor movement, balance and equilibrium, and muscle tone!
Hobbies include swimming, biking, baking (Especially during the holidays), video games, and music (Most favourite bands include Onerepublic and Coldplay).
Favourite fact about the brain:
I don’t really have a favourite region because all of the brain’s regions perform the vital functions necessary for survival.
Hi everyone! My name is Sejal and I am one of the VP’s of Recruitment and Training for the upcoming year. I am going into my second year of the science program, specializing in Honours Physiology. In my free time, I absolutely love cooking, hiking and spending time with my friends and family!
Favourite fact about the brain:
The brain produces enough electrical impulses to power a light bulb, approximately 23-25 watts!
This is my second year with the executive team of Brain Waves as the treasurer, and my 4th year as a member. I am very excited to be able to continue to serve our surrounding communities by facilitating the distribution of educational resources on the brain, nervous system, and concussion prevention. I am interested in areas of research that combine oncology and pharmacological interventions and hope to pursue this field further following undergrad. In my free time, I enjoy playing badminton, having a good read, and karaoke with friends. I currently work as a server at a Korean barbeque restaurant.
Favourite fact about the brain:
The pituitary gland - it is so small in size yet controls so much!
I am currently in my third year of studies here at the UofA and have recently taken the opportunity to work in the Todd lab as a summer researcher. When I am not on campus you will find me snowboarding, hiking, or rock climbing in the Rocky Mountains. I spent my last summer living in Kananaskis working and (more importantly) climbing the mountains in that area. Sports also play a predominant role in my life, though I don’t play many anymore, I have gotten the opportunity to go back and act as a coach for many of the clubs I grew up playing for.
Favourite fact about the brain:
Despite the brain being responsible for perceiving pain, the brain itself cannot feel pain!
Hello Everyone! My name is Amena and I am in my third year of my Bachelor of Sciences Major Pharmacology degree. In my leisure time I love to read a good book, write and go outdoors. And sometimes, even attempt learning a new language! This is my second year with brainwaves and it has given the opportunity to play an important role in helping children learn about the fragility of the brain and how to protect it, all in a way they find exciting and enjoyable! This year as VP Events, I look forward to planning exciting and entertaining events with the brainwaves community!
Favourite fact about the brain:
My favorite brain region is the amygdala because it adds emotional depth and complexity to experiences as minor as scents!
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