Hana received her BA in Psychology from Case Western Reserve University in 2024. Prior to joining the ADN Lab, her research focused on risk and resilience factors for PTSD and addressing stressor-related psychopathology. In her spare time, she enjoys dancing, painting, and reading.

E-mail: hana.thamer@rutgers.edu 

Helena recently graduated from Rutgers University where she pursued a BA in Cognitive Science, on the Cognitive Neuroscience track, with a minor in Biological Sciences. Her academic interests focus on the clinical applications of cognitive and computational neuroscience. Helena Is enthusiastic to further develop her understanding of decision making as a member of the ADN lab. In her free time, Helena enjoys attending concerts and crocheting. 

E-mail:  hm536@scarletmail.rutgers.edu

Zahra completed her PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience at the Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences (IPM). Following this, she was a postdoctoral fellow under Dr. Sonia Bishop at UC Berkeley, where she focused on computational modeling of decision-making in individuals with high anxiety levels. She then was a Visiting Scholar at Stanford University, collaborating with Dr. Vankee Lin on studies using computational modeling of risky decision-making in older adults. 

Currently in the ADN lab, Zahra is investigating different computational topics on decision making and addiction, like how cravings can change value representation in the brain, and is working on computational models of risky decision-making. Outside the lab, Zahra enjoys her time learning drawing and staying connected with family and friends.

E-mail: sb2566@ubhc.rutgers.edu 

Manny is pursuing his PhD in Neuroscience at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Before joining the ADN Lab, he examined reward function in schizotypy and hypomania at Rowan University, where he received his BS in Psychology. His research interests include deciphering the role of reward dysfunction in severe psychopathology and its neural correlates. In his spare time, Manny enjoys cycling and seeking out great food.

E-mail: emmanuel.alvarez@rutgers.edu

Emma is a PhD student in Neuroscience at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Prior to joining the ADN Lab she studied decision-making behavior and the role of oxytocin in mediating social reward value in Dr. Tim Hackenberg's lab at Reed College, where she received her B.A. in Neuroscience. Her research interests encompass how value is represented in the brain and the neurobiology of decision-making in healthy and disease states. When not in lab, Emma enjoys baking and 3D printing assembly. 

E-mail: ems356@gsbs.rutgers.edu 

Francesca received her BS in Computational Neuroscience from the University of Puget Sound. Prior to joining the Konova lab, she did resting state fMRI research using data from the Human Connectome Project and worked with Dr. Read Montague on modeling sub-second neurotransmitter signaling in humans during decision making. When not researching, she enjoys watching every TV show and movie she can while eating anything sugary.

E-mail: fml42@gsbs.rutgers.edu 

Sergej received his BS in Behavioral Neuroscience from the University of Kansas in 2019. Prior to starting his PhD in Cognitive Psychology, he worked with Drs. Tim Pleskac and Richard Yi on decision-making studies in participants with addiction and in healthy controls. Outside of work, Sergej enjoys learning to play the piano and staying in touch with family in Macedonia.

E-mail: sergej.grunevski@rutgers.edu 

Jalen is currently an undergraduate at Princeton University, where she is pursuing a BA in Neuroscience. Her academic interests include computational modeling of neural networks in order to quantify the mechanisms that drive psychiatric disorders, particularly, opioid use disorder. Jalen is eager to further explore the cognitive and biological processes that motivate behavior alongside the members of the ADN Lab! Outside of the lab, you can find Jalen playing soccer, running, or event planning on campus! 

E-mail: jn6664@princeton.edu

Gabi is currently an undergraduate student at Stevens Institute of Technology, where she is pursuing a BS in Chemical Biology with Philosophy Minor. Her academic interests lie in the clinical and computational measurements of reasoning, with a particular focus on decision-making and psychiatric factors. Gabi is incredibly excited to be working with the ADN Lab, and hopes to further learn relevant computational/practical skills required for neuroscience research! In her free time, Gabi enjoys listening to new music, crafting, and doing nail art.

E-mail: gcardoza@stevens.edu

Caleb is a junior at Cornell University pursuing a BS in Biology with a concentration in neuroscience. A former cadet at the United States Military Academy, Caleb developed a strong foundation in leadership and diligence, which he seeks to apply to healthcare as he works to advance research and improve care for individuals affected by addiction. His research interests focus on the intersection of addiction and decision-making, motivated by personal experiences with addiction within his family. Prior to joining the ADN Lab, Caleb gained extensive hands-on experience working in various emergency departments and serving as an EMT, furthering his understanding of addiction’s impact on patient health and fueling his commitment to neuroscience research. In his free time, Caleb enjoys bodybuilding and discovering new food spots.

E-mail: cts95@cornell.edu

Errol is a black Lab cross (75% Labrador Retriever/25% Golden Retriever). He is excited to become a guide dog for his future person. Here in the Konova lab, Errol is learning basic obedience while being socialized to a variety of new experiences. In his spare time, Errol enjoys playing fetch, going on walks, and eating lots of kibble.