Maya Kallner, Former Research Outreach Coordinator
With a BA Honours Specialization degree in Clinical Kinesiology from Western University and a background working as a Rehabilitation Assistant in longterm care Maya understands the impact that Alzheimer’s can have on individuals and communities. With experiences in outreach and research throughout my undergraduate degree she was excited to tie these with my passion for learning more about and supporting individuals impacted by Alzheimer’s in the Abdelrahman lab at UBC. Maya’s role included reaching out to those who have been impacted by Alzheimer’s, within and outside of our community, to see how our research can support them and their loved ones.
Eleen Yang, Former Undergraduate Student
Eleen received a BSc in Pharmacology. Her research interests are centered around neurological disorders, including trauma, neural developmental, and dementia-related conditions. Her research involved using invasive intraparenchymal monitoring to improve traumatic brain injury management in the intensive care unit, as well as exploring potential therapeutics for Alzheimer’s. Because of her research, she has a deep appreciation for what the brain is capable of which has led her to become passionate about teaching at all levels from early childhood education to university. Apart from research, Eleen plays tennis whenever the weather allows and volunteers at the local temple.
Keren Chen, Former Undergraduate Student
Keren received a BSc in Pharmacology. Keren’s interest in Alzheimer’s Disease research began when she lost her grandmother to the disease. She conducted a self-directed project on a GPCR involved with memory, to understand how its function is disrupted in Alzheimer’s Disease. In her free time, Keren enjoys weight-lifting, running, and drawing.
Selina Park, Former Undergraduate Student
Selina received a BSc in Pharmacology. Her research interest is glutamate receptors and she was the first person to join the Abdelrahman lab. In her free time, Selina likes to read comics and watch Haikyu!!.
Sarah Lim, Former Undergraduate Student
Sarah received a BSc in Integrated Sciences, focusing on Microbiology and Neurobiology. Her research interests included exploring the multifactorial origins of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, specifically the role of the gut microbiota. She loves all kinds of waffles, especially when paired with ice cream. In her free time, she enjoys bullet journaling and collecting Smiskis.
