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Taylor Intihar, MS

Research Assistant 1, HSS

Biography

Originally from Minnesota, Taylor studied physiology and neuroscience at the University of Minnesota before moving to New Haven, CT. Prior to joining the Knauert lab, Taylor’s research experience was focused on understanding the molecular pathways involved in Huntington’s disease. In her spare time, Taylor enjoys distance running, spending time with her cat, and doing DIY projects.

Education & Training

  • MS
    University of St. Joseph, Biology (2022)
  • BA
    University of Minnesota, Physiology (2019)

Activities

  • Light patterns of the medical intensive care unit: are we disrupting circadian rhythms?
    Virtual Poster Presentation 2021
    Light patterns of the medical intensive care unit: are we disrupting circadian rhythms?
  • Intermittent feeding in mechanically ventilated medical intensive care unit patients: preliminary outcomes.
    Virtual Oral Presentation 2021
    Intermittent feeding in mechanically ventilated medical intensive care unit patients: preliminary outcomes.
  • Tumor Suppressor p53 Promotes Degradation of the Stress Transcription Factor HSF1 and Worsens Huntington’s Disease Pathology.
    Kennesaw, GA, United States 2019
    Tumor Suppressor p53 Promotes Degradation of the Stress Transcription Factor HSF1 and Worsens Huntington’s Disease Pathology.
  • Heat Shock transcription Factor HSF1: at the root of mitochondrial dysfunction in Huntington’s Disease.
    Rochester, MN, United States 2018
    Heat Shock transcription Factor HSF1: at the root of mitochondrial dysfunction in Huntington’s Disease.

Honors & Recognition

AwardAwarding OrganizationDate
Third place winner of the 2021 American College of Chest Physicians Top 5 Poster AwardsLight patterns of the medical intensive care unit: are we disrupting circadian rhythms?2021
University of Minnesota College of Liberal Arts National Conference of Undergraduate Research Travel Award2019
University of Minnesota Undergraduate Research Travel Award2019
University of Minnesota Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program Scholarship2018

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