Low and Middle Income Countries

Mercedes graduated from Norwich University with a B.S. in Neuroscience and a B.S. in Psychology, along with a minor in Criminology. During her undergraduate studies, she conducted research and wrote her thesis on mental health concerns within school systems. Additionally, she worked in a cognitive neurorehabilitation laboratory, investigating the neural correlates of bimanual coordination through both executed and motor imagery tasks. By utilizing EEG, she examined whether imagined movements could replicate the neural activation patterns associated with actual motor execution, aiming to inform neuroplasticity-based interventions in motor rehabilitation.

 

After completing her undergraduate studies, Mercedes joined the RPCNBI at the University of Michigan, where she explored advanced neuromodulation techniques to study the aging brain in the context of neurodegenerative disorders, with a particular focus on Alzheimer's disease and Frontotemporal dementia.

 

Mercedes’ previous research interests and undergraduate studies highlighted her passion for supporting the community and enhancing accessibility to resources and preventive techniques.

 

Outside of work, Mercedes enjoys spending time with her dog, Lola, and exploring new areas.