Dicle Acu ’27
I’m a senior Neuroscience major from Eskişehir, Turkey, with research interests in translational neuroscience, neurodegeneration, and therapeutic development. For my senior thesis in the King Lab, I’m studying sex differences in stress disorders. I hope to pursue a career in translational medicine. Outside the lab, I enjoy coffee, sailing, and playing tennis!
Vicki Cao ’27
I'm a senior Neuroscience major from Oakland, CA. I'm on the pre-PhD track, and I'm interested in the role of lifestyle interventions in treating neurodegenerative diseases, as well as addressing social determinants of health to help marginalized communities gain better access to health care. On campus, I conduct research in the King Lab, volunteer for Health Bridges, and serve as one of the Co-Presidents for the Pomona FLI Scholars Club. I love cafe-hopping, thrifting, and going on long walks!
May Phoo Zayar ’27
Hi! I am May Phoo Zayar @ Rachel, and I’m from Mandalay, Myanmar. I’m a Neuroscience major and Data Science minor at Pomona College, passionate about neuroplasticity and how the brain adapts in the context of neurological disorders and degenerative diseases. I hope to pursue a career in medicine, combining neuroscience and data-driven research to advance patient care and treatment methods. On campus, I’m involved with Health Bridges and serve as a Co-Head Mentor for the International Student Mentorship Program (ISMP). In my free time, I love baking and experimenting with new recipes, trying different sweet treats, playing with furry animals, and catching up on sleep whenever I can.
Mollie Appl ’28
I’m a junior Neuroscience major from the Bay Area, CA. I am interested in studying sleep neuroscience and neurological disorders to improve current therapies. I am currently studying abroad in Seoul, Korea, but on campus, I am part of the Pomona-Pitzer Swim and Dive team! I love the outdoors, going to cafes, late night sweet treats, and hanging out with friends!
Nursulu Burkitbayeva ’28
Hi! My name is Nursulu Burkitbayeva, and I am from Almaty, Kazakhstan. I’m a junior majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Psychology at Pomona College, with an interest in the neural basis of resilience and neuroplasticity, especially how the brain adapts to stress and adversity. On campus, I conduct research in the HuMAN Lab and FAM Lab, serve as the founder and President of the 5C NEURA Club, and work as a Russian Language Partner. In the future, I hope to pursue a career that combines neuroscience, psychology, and clinical work. In my free time, I love doing yoga, getting coffee with friends, and playing the harp!