Jenna Hartstein
About Jenna Hartstein
Jenna Hartstein is an intern at Yale University, focusing on child development and mental health research. She has experience in various research roles and education positions, including her current work with the UCLA Student Stroke Team and Knowing Neurons.
Internship at Yale University
Jenna Hartstein has been an intern at Yale University since June 2021. She is involved with the Yale Child Study Center, specifically in the lab of Kieran O'Donnell. Her internship focuses on research related to child development and mental health. This role has allowed her to participate in various research projects that contribute to the understanding of developmental psychopathology.
Current Research Roles
In addition to her internship at Yale, Jenna Hartstein is currently a Clinical Researcher with the UCLA Student Stroke Team, a position she has held since 2020. She also works as a Research Assistant at the University of California, Los Angeles, where she has been engaged in research for four years. Furthermore, she is part of the outreach team at Knowing Neurons, contributing her skills and knowledge to educational initiatives.
Previous Experience in Education
Before her current roles, Jenna Hartstein worked as a tutor at CovEducation from 2020 to 2021. This position lasted for eight months and involved providing educational support to students. Her background in tutoring complements her research experience by enhancing her understanding of educational methodologies.
Educational Background
Jenna Hartstein earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, where she studied Human Biology and Society with a minor in Spanish. Her academic journey spanned from 2019 to 2023, during which she developed a strong foundation in biological sciences and societal issues.
Early Career Experience
In 2018, Jenna Hartstein briefly worked as a Cancer Research Fellow at UC Irvine for two months. This early experience in research provided her with valuable insights into the scientific process and the importance of clinical research in understanding health issues.