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I was a first time intern and first time associate for the ThinkNeuro Summer 2025 cohort with 0 incoming research experience. I had no clue what I was jumping into as I was not familiar with any research skills, but had the passion to create a change in my community. ThinkNeuro's SRI gave me the tools to navigate in the field of research such as conducting literature reviews, analyzing data, presenting my finds, and becoming familiar programming with R. Furthermore, the SRI gave me the opportunity for leadership skills by critically thinking, delegating, and communicating with my Healthcare Access and Disparities group. (My group was amazing and truly couldn't have done anything without them! I wish them all the luck in their future endeavors!!) I truly believe that this internship opened the door of opportunities for me because not only was I able to receive a spot in the SSEAMS internship for Health Equity that focuses on an independent study for the Fall semester, but I was given the chance to work for the Office of Undergraduate Research and got a paid position as an RA in a lab at my university. This is my first ever RA position in a lab and believe the internship has prepared me to work critically in the field of research.

This was a great opportunity to dive into the world of academic research analysis. As a research associate, I really enjoyed being able to explore research trends at my own pace, leading a group of motivated and friendly interns, and receiving guidance when needed. The team was supportive, and the work felt meaningful, especially since bibliometrics plays a big role in understanding scientific progress. If you like data, literature reviews, and uncovering patterns in research, this internship is a great fit. It's also very beginner-friendly! The skills I gained are transferable to many fields, and the project was engaging enough that I’d consider doing it again, especially if I had the chance to explore a new research question. I conducted a full literature review and bibliometric analysis on the use of Sigma-1 receptor agonists in combating glutamate toxicity, a topic I'm very passionate about since it relates to pharmaceuticals and chemical engineering while tying in principles of biochemistry. While my team was behavioral neuropharmacology, we had a lot of leeway in choosing a topic that we were all excited about! When it comes to skills gained, I learned to use tools like R, Web of Science, and Bibliometrix to process and present research trends. I also improved in assessing the impact and connections between academic papers, practiced summarizing complex research trends for presentations, and gained experience working on a long-term research project. This internship is ideal for self-motivated students. It’s not a program where everything is strictly required and deadlines are enforced, so you get out what you put in... but if you take initiative, it’s a fantastic learning experience. Would recommend to anyone looking to strengthen their research and analytical skills!

I was an intern this past summer (2025) and really enjoyed engaging with my team to complete our research. Our team leads were very helpful with any questions, and learning the R coding aspect will definitely be useful in the future as well!

During my Think Neuro internship, I researched neuroimaging techniques and analysis, learning how tools like fMRI and EEG help us understand the brain. I really enjoyed the balance of independence and support, as the program challenged me while still making complex topics accessible. I gained skills in scientific writing, data interpretation, and time management. I would definitely do it again and recommend it to anyone interested in neuroscience or health sciences.

ThinkNeuro is a really organized and beginner-friendly organization that provides opportunities for ambitious students of various ages to participate in a research internship.

-I enjoyed exploring neuroscience through data, especially connecting sleep and memory research using bibliometric analysis - Yes, it was a valuable and enriching experience. - I (as well as my group), studied the role of sleep in memory replay and learning consolidation using bibliometric methods. -I gained skills in R programming, data visualization, literature analysis, and scientific communication.

ThinkNeuro was an excellent introduction to conducting professional research in the STEM field. The weekly messages and updates sent were extremely clear, and officers were always happy to help whenever extra clarification or assistance are needed in any topic, whether that's writing an abstract, exploring R programming, or creating the research poster.

ThinkNeuro has overall been an eye opening experience. This program has allowed me to take on more opportunities than I had expected. Not only, just learning different tools and skill sets in research, but also, learning how to lead and push myself as a leader. I would highly recommend this organization as there is a wide range of opportunities waiting for you with them and are happy to help you thrive as a future researcher!