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TReND PhD Students

CLANCY CEREJO	Clancy´s interest lies in investigating the early diagnostic, progression and prognostic markers in early neurodegenerative parkinsonism. Having her background in Neurology (DrNB Neurology from National Board of Examination, India), she is particularly interested in using an integrated approach to collect data which will contribute to deeper understanding of the clinical heterogeneity within early neurodegenerative parkinsonism, developing surrogate markers and enhancing the diagnostic precision in early stage of disease. Clancy is also interested in learning German and is currently pursuing a language course at the University. She hails from Mumbai, India and she is fascinated by the beautiful mountains and alpine meadows around Innsbruck. In summer, she enjoys trekking and she is also looking forward to learning some winter sports.
MAGDALENA MATIC	Magdalena comes from University of Zagreb, Croatia where she had studied Physiology and Immunobiology and got background in neuroscience, especially in movement disorders. She developed the strongest and ongoing interest in neurodegenerative diseases which brought her to investigating molecular mechanisms and treatments of α-synucleinopathies today as a new member of the Translational neurodeneration team. As part of her project, her aim is to elucidate gut-brain axis in context of multiple system atrophy which she considers as a new opportunity to contribute to the society and scientific community. While in Innsbruck, Magdalena enjoys its mountains and food and is excited about new challenges and time that is yet to come.
NOELIA PEÑA ARAUZO	Noelia's passion is researching cognitive degeneration and psychological changes in patients with neurogenerative diseases. Trained in clinical neuropsychology and neuroscience (Master in Cognitive Neuroscience and Clinical Neuropsychology at the University of Padua), she is particularly interested in using a multidisciplinary approach (working with clinicians and neuropsychologists) using different assessment techniques to explore possible cognitive changes prior to Parkinson's disease diagnosis. Noelia participates in the German courses offered by the University in order to be able to talk directly to patients and people in Innsbruck. Her intention is to take advantage of winter and summer sports, but above all to learn to ski, enjoy the mountains of Innsbruck and all the socio-cultural activities the city has to offer.
MERVE AKTAN SÜZGÜN	After completing her neurology specialisation and sleep medicine training in Istanbul, Turkey (a board-certified neurologist and somnologist from the Turkish Neurological Society and the Turkish Sleep Medicine Society) and in light of her experience as a research fellow at the Sleep-Wake Center of Bern University in Switzerland, Merve is keenly interested in integrating her clinical and research expertise. She intends to conduct her studies to explore the inter-relationship between sleep and neurodegeneration from a multi-dimensional perspective through genetic, phenomenological, electrophysiological, radiological, and possibly yet-undefined biomarkers and to reveal early prognostic indicators of neurodegeneration, more specifically, synucleinopathies in a sleep-oriented manner. Merve enjoys trekking through the natural beauty of Innsbruck and experiencing a new cultural and social environment.
MAJA NIKOLOVA	Maja is a researcher with an interdisciplinary background, combining knowledge from complex networks, computational neuroscience, and neurodegenerative diseases. She obtained a BSc in Science in Radiologic Technology-CT and MRI from the Medical University St. Cyril and Methodius in Skopje, Macedonia. Her main focus is on network neuroscience, which involves studying the brain as a complex network of interconnected systems. She earned an MSc in computer science and engineering in the field of bioinformatics from University St. Cyril and Methodius – Faculty of Computer Science and Engineering–FCSE, with a scientific-research field in Engineering and Technology. She uses machine learning algorithms, statistical methods, physical phenomena, and mathematics to identify biomarkers and mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases. She also uses tractography algorithms to analyze brain functions and dysfunctions in order to identify new biomarkers. Aside from her research, Maja has a passion for running and trekking. She finds the landscapes and diverse terrain of Innsbruck and Tyrol to be exceptional places to indulge in these activities. These regions offer a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and scenic beauty.
ILENIA BONINI	Ilenia studied medicine at the University of Ferrara, and immediately had a passion for neuroscience. She began her specialization in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Federico II University in Naples, and she specialized in neurological rehabilitation. She was in charge of the outpatient clinic for neurogenic visceral disorders in South Tyrol, and the numerous unanswered questions observed in clinical practice concerning the autonomic nervous system in synucleinopathies prompted her to choose research. She danced ballet and contemporary dance for many years, and is now passionate about yoga and meditation.

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