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Kathy Do is an Assistant Project Scientist at the California Institute for Law, Neuroscience, and Education. She completed her B.A. in Psychology and Sociology at the University of California, Los Angeles in 2013 and earned her Ph.D. in Psychology with a concentration in Neuroscience and Quantitative Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2021. Dr. Do's research focuses on understanding the role of brain development, motivation, and social context in how adolescents learn, make decisions, and develop healthy relationships and behaviors. Her work aims to translate research findings into practices and policies that promote equitable educational and legal systems for adolescents. Dr. Do has received several prestigious awards, including the NIMH Clinical Research Loan Repayment Program Award and the Hershel D. Thornburg Dissertation Award. She has contributed significantly to the field with publications in various reputable journals, exploring topics related to developmental neuroscience, social influences on youth, and cognitive control in adolescent risk-taking.
UC|CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity and Learning • Los Angeles, CA
Conduct research and projects in the areas of law, neuroscience, and education.
Department of Economics admits primarily for the PhD program.