Anya Ragnhildstveit
About Anya Ragnhildstveit
Anya Ragnhildstveit is a researcher with a focus on psychedelic medicine and its effects on stress and resilience. She has held various research positions at prestigious institutions, including Duke University and Harvard Business School, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Psychiatry at the University of Cambridge.
Work at Harvard Medical School
Anya Ragnhildstveit worked as a Research Intern at Harvard Medical School from 2020 to 2021. Her role was part of the Integrated Brain Health Clinical & Research Program within the Department of Psychiatry. During her eight-month tenure, she contributed to research initiatives focused on brain health and psychiatric conditions.
Education and Expertise
Anya Ragnhildstveit studied Psychology at the University of Utah, earning a Bachelor of Science degree from 2018 to 2022. She also pursued a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience at The George Washington University from 2016 to 2017. Currently, she is working towards a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychiatry at the University of Cambridge, with an expected completion date in 2025.
Background in Research and Clinical Trials
Anya has extensive experience in research and clinical trials. She served as a Research Assistant at the University of Utah School of Medicine from 2014 to 2016, focusing on the Utah Cardiac Transplant Program. She later worked as a Clinical Trial & Research Manager at Forum Health LLC from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she held the position of Director of Marketing & Business Strategy at Forum Health LLC for six months in 2020.
Current Research Focus
Anya Ragnhildstveit currently focuses on psychedelic medicine and its effects on stress and resilience. She is part of the Emerge Research Program at Yale University School of Medicine, contributing to advancements in this field. Additionally, she works at Duke University in the Mind at Large Lab and at Harvard Business School in the Ethical Intelligence Lab.
Professional Experience at Stanford University
In 2015, Anya worked as a Surgical Intern at Stanford University School of Medicine for one month. This experience was within the Cardiothoracic Surgical Skills Education Center, where she gained insights into surgical techniques and practices.