Robert J. Handa
Young Investigator Award
We are continuing the tradition of including the Robert J. Handa Young Investigator Award to ensure the participation of beginning scientists, recognize their current and future achievements, and to facilitate collaborative efforts among scientists at various career levels. The young scientists will be of varied scientific background and perspectives in order to integrate current aspects of molecular biology, anatomy, physiology, and behavior with special emphasis on steroid hormones and brain function.
Congratulations to the 2022 RJH Young Investigator Awardees!
Dr. Jessica Bolton. Neuroscience Institute, Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Defining the role of microglia in synaptic rewiring of the hypothalamus by early-life adversity
Dr. Megan Linscott. Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology, Loyola University Chicago Health Science Campus Stritch School of Medicine
17β-Estradiol Regulates miR-9-5p and miR-9-3p Stability and Function in the Aged Female Rat Brain
Dr. Richard Mccosh. Department of OB/GYN, University of San Diego, California
Role of A2 norepinephrine neurons in neuroendocrine stress responses
Dr. Aleisha Moore. Department of Biological Sciences, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
Investigating the neuroendocrine circuits that control fertility and how they are disrupted in polycystic ovary syndrome
Dr. Rajae Talbi. Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Deciphering the action of melanocortins on Kiss1 neurons in the control of ovulation in the female mouse