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Omid Yaghmazadeh
Principal Investigator
I am a neuro- scientist/engineer interested in the interactions of electromagnetic energy with the nervous system, the effects of such interaction on neural activity, and how such effects can be employed in the development of novel or optimization of existing non-invasive brain stimulation techniques.
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Ju-Young Kim
Postdoctoral fellow
I am a postdoctoral researcher interested in developing and applying neuromodulatory tools and investigating related neural responses using electrophysiological approaches. With a background in materials science and biomedical engineering, I aim to integrate engineering methods with neuroscience to better understand the brain and how we can alter its activity for therapeutic purposes. Currently, I am working on validating and characterizing a remote, non-invasive neuromodulation method known as magneto-genetics. For this project, we collaborate with the Institute for Basic Science at Yonsei University, Korea.
Outside the lab, I love playing sports and exploring nature through activities like snowboarding, camping, and climbing, which makes Boise a perfect place to be.
Lamis Sawaf
PhD student
I am a neuroscientist with a Bachelor of Science from Tulane University in Neuroscience and Computer Science. I am earning my PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Boise State University. I have a strong interest in neural circuits and the application of computer science and electrical engineering in creating neural interfaces that can manipulate activity and firing rates through artificial excitation or suppression, observed by electrophysiology and fiber photometry.
Muttakee Bin Ali
PhD student
I am a PhD student in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Boise State University. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering and Master's degree in Biomedical Physics and Technology in Bangladesh. I have also served as a Research Assistant at the University of Dhaka and am highly interested in working on bio-electromagnetics.
Runjie (Tom) Yi
Master's student
I am completing my MS in Physics/Biology at NYU, co-supervised by Omid. The factors that affect animal behavior via changes in neural activity is a fascinating topic. I’m currently using electrophysiological analysis to investigate the effect of Physical movement on neural activity.
Hope Henderson
Visiting master's student
I am a master of neuroscience student at Aix Marseille University, interested in ageing-related changes to the nervous system and especially to the sensorimotor system. Disturbances to the neural activity of its related networks due to pathologies such as stroke, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's, create potential targets for neuromodulatory therapies like Omid is developing in the lab. As a summer intern, I am excited to contribute my time to this research and deepen my understanding of neural mechanisms.
Ashleigh Berg
Visiting medical student
Hi! I’m Ashleigh Berg, a second-year medical student (OMS-II) at the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine. I joined the Translational Neurotech Lab to expand my understanding of neural modulation and its therapeutic potential. I’m particularly interested in inpatient neurology and excited to be part of research that could contribute to meaningful advancements in patient care. This summer, I’m looking forward to learning more about the translational applications of neurotechnology and gaining hands-on research experience under Omid’s mentorship.
Drevin Hall
Research assistant
I am a recent graduate of Psychology at Boise State, applying for Clinical Psychology PhD programs this cycle. As a research assistant in the neurotech lab, I am excited to contribute to the development of new interventions for neurological disorders.
Maria Generalova
Undergraduate student
I am an undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering with minors in Computer Science and Mathematics. I am interested in exploring how electromagnetic energy interacts with the human brain and nervous system, particularly in understanding how this knowledge can be applied to develop innovative technologies that enhance human capabilities and well-being.
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Vincent Vargas
Visiting medical student (2025)
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