Divya Rai

Research Professional

I’m a research professional in the CoDex lab. I graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor's in Biological Engineering emphasis on biomedical engineering. I am interested in improving my skills in innovating medical devices used in rehabilitation research. In my free time, I enjoy volunteering in the communities, crocheting, knitting, hiking, and spending time with my family.

Aisha Bushra

Clinical Professional

I am a physician and a student of neuroscience. My interest is in the clinical aspects of the human study. Over time, I developed a keen interest in innovative neuroscience research as a tool to help humanity affected by neurological disorders. My past experiences are mostly related to multiple sclerosis in the aging population and demyelinating disease in childhood. Currently, I am interested in stroke studies with recovery and rehabilitation ways to help stroke population. I am a happy-to-go, nature-loving person who loves to cook cross-cultural foods, listen to music, and read motivational books.

Patrick Ihejirika

I am a PhD student in the Codex Lab with an interest in cognitive and computational neuroscience and psychology. I am specifically interested in exploring mechanisms of motor function deterioration using computational neuroscience techniques. In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing chess, exercising and hanging out with my close family and friends.

Charisma Byrd

My name is Charisma Byrd, and I’m a first-year PhD student in Kinesiology with a concentration in Biomechanics, as well as a graduate research assistant in the CoDex lab. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be getting acquainted with the various projects underway in the lab. A fun fact about me is that I relocated from Los Angeles, CA to Athens, Georgia, so I’m eager to discover local favorites and recommendations. I enjoy working out, running, and engaging in art. During my undergraduate studies, I competed as a track heptathlete and have always had a passion for art.

Harshith Kasthuri

My name is Harshith Kasthuri, and I’m a second year master’s student in Computer Science. I’ll be primarily assisting with the hand-pose analysis project. In my free time, I enjoy playing badminton and hanging out with friends. It’s great to meet you all!

Neda Amini

I am a second year Mechanical Engineering major, and I’m working on developing and maintaining hardware devices for studying hand control. I’m interested in seeing how the mechanical side of engineering is used to advance research in neuroscience and biomedical engineering.

Karen Garcia

I'm a fourth-year Biological Engineering major with a minor in Pharmaceutical Sciences. As a member of the Hardware team, I focus on maintaining hand devices that support our research efforts. I'm enthusiastic about expanding my knowledge of these devices and exploring how they can aid in restoring mobility. I’m eager to enhance my mechanical skills with the goal of pursuing a career in rehabilitation engineering. Outside the lab, I enjoy running, reading, and traveling.

Wylie Frazier

Hi, I'm Wylie Frazier, a sophomore Biology major on the Pre-Med track. I work with Dr. Aisha on stroke research and aim to learn as much as I can about lab work in the process. I am a Pre-Professional Student Ambassador, an Honors College student, and a member of the Fencing Club here at UGA. In my free time, I enjoy tennis, weightlifting, and motorcycling.

Luna Chiezzi

My name is Luna Chiezzi, and I’m entering my third year as a biological engineering student at UGA. As an undergraduate research assistant, I’m working on hand devices and am eager to delve deeper into research and medical technology. In my free time, I enjoy working on cars and spending time with family and friends. I’m excited to meet you all!

Drew Fields

My name is Drew Fields, and I’m a second-year microbiology major with a minor in biomedical physiology, aiming to attend medical school. I will be primarily assisting Dr. Xu with TMS and am excited to get started. Outside of work and studying, I enjoy playing recreational baseball and football, lifting weights at the gym, and playing video games with friends. Additionally, I serve as a resident assistant at Brumby Hall.