Kartik Pradeepan

currently wrapping up my 🧠 PhD @ Western University.

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About me

Computational neuroscientist transitioning into a full stack data scientist whilst pursuing a few ventures spinning out of my doctoral work.

I completed a Bachelor of Science with an Honours Double Major in Genetics and Physiology at Western University with an emphasis on neurophysiology.

Currently a Neuroscience doctoral candidate at Western University supported by the NSERC PGS-D scholarship. My research investigates the development of circuits in early neuronal networks using multielectrode arrays. Specifically, I am looking at how MECP2 mutations (that cause Rett Syndrome) produce dysfunctional network circuitry in monolayer cultures (2D cell cultures). More recently, I’ve begun investigating a potentially early functional biomarker of Alzheimer’s disease in astrocyte-enriched cerebral organoids (3D cell cultures). I am an expert in in vitro multielectrode array disease modelling with a focus on electrophysiological analysis.

Outside of my research, I have been involved in pro-bono management consulting for non-profit organizations in both the US and Canada.

Hobbies

💪🏽 Lifting heavy things
🚲 Cycling my way towards an Iron Man
📚 Constantly learning (currently taking a break from reading while writing my thesis)
🍰 Making the World’s Best Tiramisu
😁 Keeping up with the adventures of Luffy