Megan Frankowski, PhD
About Megan Frankowski, PhD
Megan Frankowski, PhD, serves as Co-Lead of Neuromodulation and Recording Technologies (Team B) at the NIH BRAIN Initiative. Her work focuses on advancing neurostimulation technologies to address neuropsychiatric disorders and cognitive impairments.
Work at National Institutes of Health
Megan Frankowski currently serves as Co-Lead for Neuromodulation and Recording Technologies (Team B) within the NIH BRAIN Initiative. Her role involves advancing implantable neurostimulation and recording technologies aimed at treating and understanding brain function in individuals with neuropsychiatric disorders, movement disorders, and mild cognitive impairment. In addition, she oversees a portfolio of grants and cooperative agreements funded through the trans-NIH BRAIN Initiative, focusing on late-stage translational efforts. Frankowski has also taken on the position of Program Director at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) since 2023.
Education and Expertise
Megan Frankowski holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology/Affective Neuroscience from The University of Georgia, where she studied from 2013 to 2018. She also earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Psychology from Argosy University Atlanta, completing her studies from 2010 to 2012. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from Emory University, studying from 2002 to 2005. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in psychology and neuroscience, contributing to her expertise in neurostimulation technologies.
Background
Megan Frankowski has a diverse professional background in research and clinical settings. She began her career at Emory University School of Medicine, where she held various roles including Research Coordinator, Supervising Research Coordinator, and Clinical Trials Regulatory Specialist. She also worked at the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) as a Health Program Specialist and later as a Health Science Administrator. Her experience includes significant roles at the University of Georgia as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant and Doctoral Candidate.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Megan Frankowski has contributed to advancing research in neurostimulation and brain function. Her work at the NIH BRAIN Initiative and NINDS involves overseeing a portfolio of grants focused on translational research efforts. She has played a significant role in the Division of Translational Research at NINDS, where her efforts aim to enhance understanding and treatment of brain-related disorders. Frankowski's involvement in clinical trials and regulatory processes has further enriched her contributions to the field.