Rebecca Buchanan

Rebecca’s research is broadly focused on the circadian regulation of oligodendroglia and myelin and their impact on regulating neural circuitry. Specifically, she seeks to understand the modulatory contributions of oligodendroglia in sleep circuitry in Alzheimer’s disease and aging. Rebecca earned BSs in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and Cellular Biology at the University of Georgia. She then earned her PhD in Neuroscience from Vanderbilt University in the lab of Dr. Fiona Harrison, where she studied environmental contributions to Alzheimer’s disease. During this time, she engaged with the Vanderbilt and local community in programs that increased access to STEM programs and mentors, held leadership positions within the Neuroscience Student Organization, and served as an Ambassador for the Alzheimer’s Association ISTAART International Program. Outside of the lab, Rebecca enjoys playing tennis, hiking, football season, traveling, and trying new restaurants. Connect with Rebecca: Twitter/X | LinkedIn