Fragile X Syndrome

Melis Cakar August 1, 2022August 1, 2022 Attention, Fragile X, genes, Genetics, Hyperactivity, Learning Disability, mutation, Neurodevelopmental Disorder, Sensory Sensitivity, synaptic plasticity

July is Fragile X awareness month. Learn more about Fragile X with our illustrator Melis Cakar’s new infographic!

Author

Melis Cakar

Melis Cakar is currently pursuing a PhD in Neuroscience at UCLA. She received her BA in Neuroscience, with a minor in French, from Pomona College. Her research focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms that underlie sensory over-responsivity in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Melis is interested in bridging ASD research in humans and animal models to provide insight into the etiology of the disorder. Outside of research, Melis spends her time singing, trying out new recipes and reading.

Melis Cakar

Melis Cakar is currently pursuing a PhD in Neuroscience at UCLA. She received her BA in Neuroscience, with a minor in French, from Pomona College. Her research focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms that underlie sensory over-responsivity in youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Melis is interested in bridging ASD research in humans and animal models to provide insight into the etiology of the disorder. Outside of research, Melis spends her time singing, trying out new recipes and reading.