Background

Andrew is a doctoral student in the Integrative Neuroscience program, working with Dan Margoliash. He earned a bachelor’s degree in music composition, with a minor in philosophy. He then completed postbaccalaureate studies in biology, cognitive science, and systems science. Andrew worked at Oregon Health & Science University for three years, assisting in research on attention, executive function, emotional regulation, and translational neuroeconomics.

Research Interests

My current research is focused on understanding mate choice in songbirds. Through a combination of behavioral and electrophysiological experiments, I’m exploring how female zebra finches perceive and evaluate male courtship songs. A key aspect of my research is investigating the role of experiential and social factors in shaping individual preferences.