Some of the characteristics that causes Duke University to shine among its peers are its limitless opportunities for research, community, and interdisciplinary career development. Three neuroscience majors – Sid Ghanta, Disha Jotsinghani, and Dev Shah – have experienced all that the University has to offer during their matriculation– particularly within the neuroscience department. The trio was awarded the Lafitte travel grant last Spring which allowed them to extend such opportunities in another city as well.
Ghanta, Jotsinghani, and Shah traveled to New York City to attend the Safety in Spine Surgery Summit in April to network and share research. “The conference was such a great opportunity to converse with professionals that have a myriad of experience in what we learn and practice in our respective labs” shared Ghanta. Majoring in neuroscience is a great background to have for anyone who wishes to become a spinal surgeon, and the trio was reminded of this fact during their attendance. “Our time at the Varghese Lab not only prepares us for the conversations we engaged in during the Summit, but also for the profession in general” Ghanta continued.
The interest to become spinal surgeons exhibited by Ghanta, Jotsinghani, and Shah even transfers into leisure activities, as the trio planned Duke’s 2023 DevilTHON. DevilTHON is a student organization that serves as a year-round philanthropic endeavor to raise money for Duke Children's Hospital. The event will feature speeches from patients of Duke Children's Hospital, exciting dance performances and fun collaborative activities.
Department of Psychology & Neuroscience
