Greetings and Welcome!

Hello, my name is Fernando, and I am a first-year Neuroscience graduate student at Baylor College of Medicine. I graduated from St. Olaf College with a Bachelor of Arts, double majoring in Psychology and Biology, along with a concentration in Neuroscience. I am deeply passionate about unraveling the neuroscience behind neuropsychiatric disorders and exploring the intricate brain circuits that drive complex behavior. Currently, I am conducting research in the Heilbronner Lab, focusing on the structural and anatomical connectivity of the posteromedial cortex in humans, using non-human primates as a translational model. I am always eager to connect with fellow researchers, discuss ideas, and explore new opportunities for collaboration. If you’d like to reach out, feel free to email me at fernando.ortega@bcm.edu.