Dr. Nella Christie Delva

- Applying advanced laboratory techniques including immunohistochemistry, culturing, maintaining and differentiating induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), rodent behavioral training, and tissue collection.

- Exprience with high-tech imaging platforms and analysis tools for both fluorescent and bright field microscopy to investigate gene expression and cellular morphology in iPSCs.

- Actively participating in an international research environment, fostering cross cultural scientific exchange and contributing to Fulbright's mission of global collaboration and mutual understanding.

- Lead research on D1R long term neurodevelopmental consequence on mood regulation using genetic mouse models.

- Designed experiments investigating dopamine D1 receptor roles in mood-related behavior.

- Developed and evaluate biomarkers for cognitive load, attention, and related cognitive states.

- Integrated behavioral data with cortical biomarker analysis.

- Developed behavioral paradigms and implemented histological validation of neural markers.

- Applied quantitative image analysis and behavioral statistics - Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for translational project design.

- Presented findings at national & international neuroscience meetings.

- Mentored undergraduate researchers and coordinated interdisciplinary collaborations.

- Taught Biological Foundations (BSC1005) and accompanying lab (BSC1005L), serving a diverse undergraduate population.

- Developed and delivered lectures, created assessments, and managed grading for both lecture and lab components.

- Designed hands-on lab activities to reinforce biological concepts and student engagement.