Meet Our Executive Team
This team ensures that all things TNA runs smoothly! Each officer is responsible for keeping a core part of our organization alive, from our finances to marketing to our day-to-day operations. Applications for new executive team members typically open every fall for Assistant positions. Applications are competitive.
Emily Bo
Executive Director
Hello, world! I am Emily Bo, a rising senior in Washington state with a future in psychiatry planned. I am interested in the ways differences in development impact the adult brain. I founded this organization to promote neuroscience to marginalized communities, who often need it the most.
Libbi-James B.
Chief Finance Officer
Neuroscience and psychology are passions of mine. I want to help create opportunities for other people to get involved and explore. Teen Neuroscience Alliance allows opportunities for people to volunteer, gain experience and knowledge of the field.
Zarif Ula
Chief Operations Officer
Hi, I'm Zarif Ula, the Chief Operations Officer here at the Teen Neuroscience Alliance. As COO of the Teen Neuroscience Alliance, I help lead our efforts to make neuroscience more accessible, engaging, and youth-driven. I’m excited to work with passionate students around the world from over 15 countries, support new initiatives, and help grow an international community where young minds can dive into brain science together.
Anisha A
Chief Technology Officer
Hi, I'm Anisha! I was one of Teen Neuroscience Alliance's earliest members and am now a freshman in college :). I'm excited to continue my impact with this organization through my executive role!
Dweny Geeth
Chief Marketing Officer
Hi everyone! My name is Dweny Geeth and I am a student at the Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy. I want to go to into the field of neuroscience/neurology. I look forward to working with everyone!!
Ira S.
Chief Research Officer
Hi, my name is Ira and I'm a rising junior from Texas. I'm really passionate about neurodegenerative diseases and how we can raise awareness and find "cures". Furthermore, I have done previous research about depression and grief, and I love researching many emotions as I love acting. I joined Teen Neuro Alliance to combine my love for neuroscience with emotions and neurodegenerative diseases.
Blog/Post Team
This team is in charge of creating the writing for graphics posted on social media and creating blog posts about neuroscience! Article/Post writer positions ALWAYS OPEN!
Talha M
Blog/Post Team Lead
Hello everyone, My name is Talha Mahmood and I am currently an A level student from Dhaka, Bangladesh. I am really Passionate about Neuroscience and Psychology and more into the Research field. I am currently leading a Research team on the topic "Effects of Gaming on Major Depressive Disorder(MDD) apart from that I am starting a chapter of youth4neuro in Bangladesh. I want to join Teen Neuro Alliance because I would like to learn and connect with a diverse community of like minded people interested in Neuroscience.
Chowdhury M.
Article/Post Writer
My name is Chowdhury Muhtadee Maheer. I am currently a high school student specifically grade 12, situated in Bangladesh, a country in south asia. I am passionate about healthcare research and it’s implications. I have also contributed to a research project on mental health. Besides I find joy in helping stray animals and the underprivileged.
Angie Tran
Article/Post Writer
Hi everyone! My name is Angelina, but a lot of people also call me Angie so feel free to call me either name. I am an incoming junior from California, and I'm passionate about the intersection of neuroscience and identity. I personally enjoy reading, writing poems, and am currently working on a research project about schizophrenia! While I am also a writer at heart, I joined Teen Neuroscience Alliance to be able to work with other people and learn more about this field! I'm excited to work together :D
Omalara A.
Article/Post Writer
Hi! My name is Omolara Adesina! I am a rising senior. I am so excited to start writing about different neuroscience topics!
Siya Murani
Article/Post Writer
Hi everyone! I am Siya and I’ll be entering college this fall on the Pre-med track. I am passionate about biology and have published a research paper on factors affecting female infertility. I would love to integrate that with neuroscience and also create more projects on neuroscience related topics.
Social Media Team
This team is in charge of creating the graphics posted on social media, coordinating with the Blog team for content, as well as posting frequent stories and promoting TNA, and creating engaging reels! Social media positions are typically open quarterly.
Sara Alward
Social Media Lead
Hii guys! My name is Sara and I’m a rising senior in high school. I joined TeenNeuro Alliance because I’m really interested in learning more about the brain, how it works, and how it connects to things like behavior and mental health. Super excited to be here and work with you all!
Maznah Majid
Social Media Lead
I am passionate about mental health advocacy, neuroscience, and creating opportunities for students, especially those who don’t always see themselves represented in STEM or leadership.
Kaitlyn Xu
Graphic Creator
I am passionate about neuroscience and empowering teens to explore and engage with the field. I hope to bring my leadership, organizational skills, and enthusiasm to create meaningful programs, inspire other students, and help the organization grow its impact in the community.
Independent Initiative Team
This team is in charge of managing TNA's multiple initiatives, including Neuroscience Club, Journal Club, Neurocamp, and more to come. Interested in starting an initiative? Send a pitch to teenneurosciencealliance@gmail.com.
Charlotte S
Chapter Lead
Hi! I lead a chapter with Teen Neuroscience Alliance back in my senior year of high school (unfortunately, now deactivated) and am so happy to be an executive board member now! I am in charge of accepting and denying chapter applications, chapter funding, and more!
Erica Liu
Journal Club Lead
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Sydney Wang
Neuroscience Club Co-President
I am a rising sophomore in high school who wants to pursue a career in neuroscience/neurology when I grow up. TNA is a great starting point to help me explore my interests, and I am so excited to work with my other co-president!
Ben Slivinski
Head of Research Intiatives
Hi everyone! I’m a 16-year-old student who loves neuroscience, AI, and building things that help people learn better. I’m working on creating programs and internships that give students real exposure to research. I’m also building projects that mix neurotech, computer vision, and education. My goal is to make advanced tech and research opportunities accessible to more young people.
Country Representatives
These volunteers represent their country at TNA. Contact teenneurosciencealliance@gmail.com for more information.
Ramiila Vasanthakumaran
Canada
I am a student a the University of Toronto.
Liam Kim
South Korea
I'm passionate about mental health, and I believe in collaborating with others to help marginalized communities. I hope to create inclusive opportunities for learning, collaboration, and outreach. Ultimately, I truly want to make a difference by empowering young people to approach mental health with open-minded and educational lenses.