Brandon Maziuk Selected by the BU BEST Program as BU Representative to the AAAS CASE Workshop in Washington, DC
Brandon Maziuk, a Program in Biomolecular Pharmacology PhD graduate student, has been selected as one of two students by the Boston University Broadening Experiences in Scientific Training (BEST) program to represent Boston University at the AAAS Catalyzing Advocacy for Science and Engineering (CASE) Workshop in Washington, DC, April 2-5, 2017. Brandon was chosen from a pool of BEST applicants.
Now in the 3rd year of his pre-doctoral training, Brandon is conducting his thesis research in the Laboratory of Neurodegeneration under the mentorship of Benjamin Wolozin, MD, PhD, Professor of Pharmacology and Neurology. His research projects focus on the role of RNA binding proteins in neurodegenerative disorders with emphasis on tauopathy and Alzheimer’s disease. Using a variety of molecular techniques with mouse models, cell culture systems and human tissues he investigates how RNA binding protein aggregation drives early neurodegeneration.
The CASE workshop provides an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students in science, mathematics, and engineering, to learn about science policy and advocacy. At the workshop, Brandon will have the opportunity to learn about effective science communication and meet with elected Members of Congress as a science advocate. As a BEST program representative, Boston University will cover transportation, lodging and registration costs to attend the CASE workshop.
Congratulations to Brandon on being selected for this honor.