OUR TEAM
Johanna Sabio ||
Editor In Chief
Hi, everyone! My name is Johanna, and I am a junior neuroscience (CLA) major with a minor in computer science. I plan on pursuing a Ph.D. after graduating! I joined Grey Matters because I want to make neuroscience research accessible for everyone, especially those who might not have a scientific background. Currently, I work in the Temple Infant and Child Lab, where I study episodic memory and white matter. In my free time, I love to travel, hang out with my friends, and thrift!
Sarah Bhanushali ||
Science Managing Editor
Hi everyone!! My name is Sarah Bhanushali, and I am the Science Managing Editor for Grey Matters. I am a sophomore neuroscience (CLA) major with a minor in criminal justice. I joined Grey Matters because I love the idea of making neuroscience easier to understand for everyone, not just those in the field. Writing for the journal has been an amazing way to share exciting discoveries while also deepening my understanding about neuroscience. Outside of school, I enjoy traveling, trying new matcha cafes, playing tennis, and thrifting!
Trisha Verma ||
Feature Column Managing Editor
Hi! My name is Trisha Verma and I am the Feature Column Managing Editor for Temple University Grey Matters. I am a sophomore Biochemistry major on the pre-medical track. I joined Grey Matters because I wanted to contribute to our goal of making important neuroscience topics easy and fun to read for the general public. In my free time I like to spend time with my family and friends, read, or crochet!
Abid Shaik ||
Lay & General Managing Editor
Hey everyone! My name is Abid Shaik and I am the Lay and General Managing Editor for Grey Matters this upcoming year. I am a Neuroscience major pursuing a Philosophy minor as well. I joined Grey Matters because I think it's a cool opportunity for students to step in the field of research and see their work published on a website. In my free time I like to spend time with friends and family and organize events for other clubs and organizations.
Laasya Ravipati ||
Lay Senior Editor
Hello everyone! My name is Laasya Ravipati, and I am the Senior Lay Editor for Grey Matters. I am a sophomore CLA Neuroscience major on the pre-med track. I joined Grey Matters because I wanted to contribute to making science publications more accessible to the general public. In my free time, I like reading, thrifting, and exploring Philly with my friends!
Hamza Syed ||
Senior Science Editor
Hi everyone! My name is Hamza Syed, and I’m the Science Senior Editor. I am a freshman neuroscience major (CST) on the pre-med track. I joined Grey Matters because the I wanted the ability to connect with others who share the same passion about neuroscience and to help make neuroscience papers more accessible and engaging for everyone. In my free time I like to watch sports and hangout with my friends.
Srishty Muthusekaran ||
Website Director
Hello! My name is Srishty and I am the Website Director for Grey Matters this year. I am a Junior majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Cognitive Neuroscience. I joined Grey Matters because I want to contribute to our goal of making scientific writing more accessible to the community. In my free time I like reading, dancing, and exploring the city!
Moksha Patel ||
Reference Reviewer
Hello everyone! My name is Moksha Patel and I am a Reference Reviewer for Grey Matters. I am a Genomic Medicine major on the pre-med tack. I joined Grey Matters because I think it's such a great opportunity to learn how to make scientific research more accessible to different communities. I also found that being a part of Grey Matters has introduced me to a whole range of different neuroscience topics that have fueled my curiosity. In my free time, I like to spend time trying new Philly restaurants, thrifting, and hanging out with my friends!
MANSI SHAH, PhD ||
Club Advisor
I am an assistant professor of instruction in the Neuroscience program within the Department of Psychology. My passion has always been education and teaching, which is what led me to Temple University. The importance of science communication is often not emphasized within academics, and we tend to focus on just communicating to our peers. I believe Grey Matters will be an excellent bridge between Temple students in the sciences and the public at large, and I anticipate this journal producing exceptional pieces of scientific writing. When I am not teaching or serving as faculty advisor, I enjoy reading (Sci-Fi), biking, and generally being active outdoors.