Aman Dhruve
Aman is a senior majoring in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. His research interests involve the effects of exercise/physical activity on the cardiovascular system in relation to substance abuse and mental illness. He plans on attending medical school following graduation while continuing to pursue his research interests here at the lab. Some of his hobbies are reading, swimming, and playing the guitar.
Carly Snarksi
Carly graduated from Rutgers this past spring (May '23) with a degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience. She is returning this upcoming fall to use her extra year of eligibility and play a 5th season of field hockey at Rutgers. Carly enjoys learning about the research in the lab, especially projects relating to the effects of exercise on the brain and body. In her free time, Carly enjoys playing sports, watching ice hockey, and doing jigsaw puzzles. Carly is planning on applying to DPT school with the hopes of becoming a licensed physical therapist.
Rylee K. Sant'Angelo
Rylee is a junior majoring in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology. Her research interests are focused on the benefits of exercise / physical activity for individuals with neurological disorders. Rylee's goals post-graduation include obtaining a doctorate in Occupational Therapy. Formally a DIII soccer player, Rylee is now a member of the Rutgers soccer club. She also enjoys teaching kids how to play soccer and about the importance of physical activity.
Priscilla Ampofo
Priscilla graduated from Temple University in 2021 with a BS in Health Professions. She enjoys getting first-hand experience with research in the lab and learning about the interplay between physical, emotional, & mental health. Priscilla is planning on applying to PA school in hopes of practicing as a certified Physician Assistant. Some of her hobbies include knitting and playing violin.
Sophie Wilkinson
Sophie is a recent graduate from Rutgers University with a BA in Cell Biology and Neuroscience. She is currently pursuing an MPH through the Rutgers School of Biomedical and Health Sciences. Her research interests include social and physical factors which affect neurological and cardiovascular health. Sophie’s post-grad goals involve obtaining her Ph.D. in behavioral neuroscience with hopes of contributing to social science research. Sophie is also involved with the Rutgers Cheer Team and tutors elementary-aged kids.