Lauren graduated from the University of Virginia with a bachelor’s degree in Cognitive Science in May 2023. During her time as an undergraduate, Lauren participated in research at UVA’s Exercise Physiology Laboratory. There she worked on a study involving nitrate supplementation in post-menopausal women. Lauren also spent time within the UVA Department of Neurology assisting Dr. Shannon Reilly with her study on the wellbeing of full-time caregivers. Lauren’s main areas of interest in research are neurodegenerative diseases and mental illness. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys playing the piano, seeing friends, and hanging out with her cat, Moon.