Research Program Mentors
Polygence mentors are selected based on their exceptional academic background, teaching experience, and unique ability to inspire the next generation of innovative thinkers and industry leaders.
Terra
PhD candidate
Expertise
All aspects of quantum computing including quantum error correction and quantum algorithms, interdisciplinary data-driven projects such as those related to bioinformatics, theoretical and computational physics
Ti'Air
PhD
Expertise
biomedical engineering, neural engineering, neuroscience, cellular signaling pathways, implantable electrodes, astrocytes, neurons, implantable neurotechnology, neurodegenerative diseases, deep brain stimulation, neurolink 'like' devices, cell culture, neuroimaging
Nella
PhD
Expertise
Neuroscience, Cellular Biology, viruses, Pharmacology, Addiction, Science Communication, GABA, Dopamine, Neuropharmacology, Substance Abuse, Substance Use Disorders, Neural Circuitry, Mechanisms Underlying Disease, Cellular and molecular biology and developmental biology
Chuck
PhD
Expertise
Neuroscience of perception and action, statistics, biology, experiment design and data analysis, technical writing, integrative / multi-disciplinary science
Erin
PhD
Expertise
Ecology, Conservation, Wildlife Biology, Botany, Natural Resource Management, GIS, Environmental Policy and Regulation
Rebecca
PhD candidate
Expertise
Game Development, Game Design, Game Audio, Unity, Unreal Engine (Blueprints and MetaSounds), Computer Music, Music Production, Music Composition, Music Performance, Music Improvisation
Phoebe
PhD candidate
Expertise
Public Health, Health Behavior, Unhealthy Product Marketing, Retail Environments, Nutrition Policy, Alcohol Policy, Tobacco Policy
Aakash
PhD candidate
Expertise
My work is on quantum computing but I can tutor across any subject in physics
Jasleen
PhD candidate
Expertise
Programming: MATLAB | Python | C++ | Visual Studio | Machine Learning: Neural Networks • Software & Tools: Blender | SolidWorks | Catia | Unreal Engine (UE 5) | 3ds Max | Unity 3D | LabVIEW | OpenSim • Data Analysis Tools: SPSS | SQL | Power BI • Research Interests: Astronaut Training | Human Performance Optimization | Human/System Interaction | Extended Reality (Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality) | Space Mission Design | Analysis and Optimization | Risk Management | Systems Engineering | Space Structural Health Monitoring | Spacesuit Design and Operations | Human-Centered Spacecraft and Habitat Design | Human Factors | Mission Management | Requirements Verification and Validation | Robotics | Biomedical | Astrophysics | Space Debris | Material science
Jesus
PhD
Expertise
Chemistry, drug design, nanotechnology, data science, machine learning, biosensors, digital health, physics, mobile app, web development, Quantum Physics, Quantum Computing
Lindsey
PhD candidate
Expertise
marine biology, biology, environmental science, ecology, sustainability, conservation, conservation biology, plant physiology,
Aria
MBA candidate
Expertise
Consulting (Data and AI strategy, Business Transformation), how to present yourself and your ideas (Presentation skills), Consumer goods and products, Stakeholder engagement and management
Lily
MS
Expertise
Neuroendocrinology, Neuroscience, Reward and Motivation, Learning and Memory, Drugs, Psychopharmacolgy, Sex differences, Psychopathology, Development, Evolution
Ann
DPT
Expertise
Anatomy; Physiology; Exercise Science; Orthopedics; Healthcare; Physical Therapy; Physical Rehabilitation