Ronja Markworth

EDUCATION

College / University

University of Alberta, Canada

Highest Degree

Bachelor of Science

Major Subjects

Neurosciences

Country

Germany

Lab Experience

Basic techniques in immunohistochemistry, cryosectioning, mouse handling, and behavioral analysis

Projects / Research

Sep 2014 – Apr 2015: Voluntary running in chronic EAE decreases disease progression and alters pain behaviour in male mice. Bachelor thesis, Prof. Bradley Kerr, University of Alberta

Scholarships / Awards

2015 – 2016:	Stipend by the International Max Planck Research School
2011 – 2013:	University of Alberta Academic Excellence Scholarship

SCIENTIFIC INTERESTS AND GOALS

I am fascinated by neuroplasticity, especially in the battle with neurodegenerative disorders, looking for the molecular agents that shift the balance between regeneration and cell death. In general, I enjoy the bench to bedside approach, as I am intrigued by the combination of basic research and its application to pathogenesis that plays a role in the lives of many.