Kaya Scheman
About Kaya Scheman
Kaya Scheman is an Incoming Postbaccalaureate IRTA Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, specializing in the pathophysiology of functional movement disorders. She has extensive experience in research and tutoring, having worked at Duke University and various organizations in New York.
Current Position at National Institutes of Health
Kaya Scheman is currently serving as an Incoming Postbaccalaureate IRTA Fellow at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. This role commenced in 2021 and involves advanced research activities. Scheman is investigating the pathophysiology of functional movement disorders utilizing EEG technology. The research focuses on understanding the role of free will in voluntary movement, under the supervision of Dr. Mark Hallett at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
Education and Academic Background
Kaya Scheman completed her Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience at Duke University, where she also pursued minors in Chemistry and Biology, alongside a Pre-Medical track. Her studies spanned from 2017 to 2021. Prior to her university education, she attended The Bronx High School of Science from 2013 to 2017, where she developed a strong foundation in the sciences.
Research Experience at Duke University
Since 2018, Kaya Scheman has been working at Duke University as an Undergraduate Research Assistant. In this capacity, she has engaged in various research projects for six years in Durham, North Carolina. Additionally, she has served as a Peer Tutor since 2020, providing academic support to fellow students for four years. This dual role highlights her commitment to both research and education within the university setting.
Previous Work Experience
Kaya Scheman has accumulated diverse work experience prior to her current roles. She worked as a Behavioral Science Research Assistant at the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership from 2015 to 2016. In 2017, she held multiple internships, including a position as a Research Intern at the City of New York, Department of Homeless Services, and an internship with UNICEF. Additionally, she served as an Executive Assistant at Duke University Press from 2017 to 2018.