Maria is an artist, neuroscientist, and mom! She completed her PhD in Neuroscience at McGill University. During her PhD, Maria also created The Neuron Family, where these neuron and glia characters come to life to help explain complex neuroscience concepts. Maria has volunteered with both BrainReach and Brain Awareness Week to teach elementary and high school students about neuroscience. Maria loves sharing her neuroscience-inspired art with the world!
