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Amanda Acuna

@amandaacuna11

Neuroscience 🧠 PhD candidate @asuSOLS in the Addictions Neuroscience laboratory. Re-entry student. Career changer. Mom. she/her #womeninSTEM

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After my first semester in graduate school, I’ve learned from others that a PhD isn’t just about science. The recipe also calls for a handful of crushing doubt, mixed with a pinch of hope and a dash of excitement, all wrapped up in duct tape. šŸ»

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When I was an undergrad I did a lot of microscopy work but not a lot in the wet lab. It’s funny how incredibly stoked I was to learn Western blots this week. I think people think I’ll stop being pumped as I go but those people haven’t known me long. šŸ˜† #newgradstudent

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Took on some undergrad research volunteers. I have always loved teaching (part of my professional life for 25-ish years). I didn’t realize how much I missed it until last semester. So jazzed to share cool science with them. I’m home. #Phdchat

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First time at Winter Brain, first conference as a PhD candidate! The science is amazing and I’m excited to share my poster on the impact methamphetamine-induced neuroinflammation has on adaptive decision on Tuesday at 3:30. šŸ§ šŸŽ‰#winterbrain2024