Thesis Advisor: Pre-Thesis
Research Interests: Neurodegenerative Diseases
Education:
CUNY Hunter College, B.S. Biochemistry, 2022
Georgetown University, M.S. Pharmacology, 2024
About: Giorgi is interested in the root causes of neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s Disease. This involves the molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration, the brain circuitry they affect, and their behavioral effects. He believes that discovering the fundamental properties of these diseases will aid in investigating preventative measures, whether they be pharmacological or otherwise. His previous work in the Pak Lab at Georgetown focused on MAP2, a protein involved in synaptic plasticity which has been shown to translocate after a specific cellular event. He created a novel plasmid which coded for a genetically modified MAP2, which would test if a specific site on the protein was responsible for its translocation. During his rotations, he will be focusing on learning new skills, as well as finding a topic that spans the expertise of the department, contributing to Georgetown’s collaborative environment.
Rotations:
Dr. Rebekah Evans
Academic Appointment(s)
- Primary
- PhD Student, PhD Program in Pharmacology & Physiology