Dr. Marusak is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurosciences, Wayne State University School of Medicine. She is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute for Child and Family Development, a Scientific Member of the Karmanos Cancer Institute and the CURES Center, and a Science Advisor for the nonprofit organization Kids Kicking Cancer.

Dr. Zundel earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Wayne State University, then went on to complete a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience at Boston University School of Medicine. Her PhD work focused on the effects of neurotoxicant exposures on aging within the Gulf War veteran population, using neuropsychological assessment and structural brain imaging techniques. Dr. Zundel’s research interests include the impact of environmental stressors, particularly urban air pollution, on neurodevelopment and mental health in children and adolescents.

Julia Evanski recently graduated from Michigan State University with a B.S. in Neuroscience as well as a B.S. in Human Biology. Her recent research focused on the neuroscience of vision. Her future plans include continuing to pursue a path in neuroscientific research at Wayne State University. In her free time she enjoys playing with her kitten, loves to travel and is an avid hiker. Julia will be applying to doctoral programs for fall of 2023.

Shreya is recently graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience and a minor in Psychology from Wayne State University. She is interested in pursuing medical school, and in exploring brain development in children who have experienced trauma. She is also interested in researching the effects of mindfulness on children, and in science communication and policy.

Aneesh is a medical student at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He completed his bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences at Wayne State University. He is interested in pursuing a career in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and/or Neuropsychiatry.

Mohammed is a fourth year medical student at Wayne State School of Medicine. Mohammed completed his bachelor's degree in genomics and molecular genetics at Michigan State University and is interested in pursuing a career in either Anesthesiology or Pediatrics.

Shelley is currently an undergraduate student at Wayne State University, majoring in Public Health and minoring in Neuroscience. Shelley plans to apply to medical school and is interested in specializing in Pediatric Oncology/Hematology. Shelley has been a research assistant in Dr. Marusak's studies for over 4 years and has worked on several projects, including two co-authored publications. In her free time, Shelley loves working out, attending Bikram Yoga, and spending quality time with her son Dylan and cat Piglet.

Autumm is a 2020 graduate from Wayne State University and received her bachelor’s degree in Public Health. She is currently working on the DRYVE study and is interested in the effects of community violence exposure on threat sensitivity. She hopes to attend medical school in the near future and plans to continue conducting research as a physician.

Zazai is an alumni of Wayne State University, where she received her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Education. She currently works as a Special Ed.Teacher with developmentally delayed preschool and kindergarten children in Detroit, Zazai works concurrently as a Behavioral Health Technician with St. John Ascension Health. She is also a premedical student, applying to medical school. Zazai is facilitating a partnership between Detroit Public Schools and the THINK LAB.

Jennifer is an alumnus of Central Michigan University with her bachelor's degree in Psychology. She is currently a second-year graduate student in the Basic Medical Sciences program at Wayne State University. Jennifer is interested in better understanding the biological and environmental factors that puts children at risk for development of psychiatric disorders and utilizing neuroimaging techniques to evaluate structural and functional brain changes associated with psychiatric disorders.

Myles is a graduate of Howard University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology. Former psychiatric care technician at Havenwyck Hospital, Myles has now redirected his focus back towards his studies. An aspiring physician, he is currently a Postbacc student at Wayne State with a focus in pre-med. Through education and research, he aims to acquire knowledge that will allow him to leave a lasting impact on the world we share.