D'Yahna Baker


Baker profile

D'Yahna Baker

Campus: KU - Lawrence Campus
Neuroscience Doctoral Student
Program Mentor: Liqin Zhao, Ph.D.
Mentor's Academic Department: Pharmacology and Toxicology (KU-L)
Joined NS Program in 2024

Research Overview

My research explores the role of hexokinase in improving neuronal metabolism and function in ApoE4-related Alzheimer’s disease. I investigate how enhancing glycolysis may counteract the metabolic dysfunction associated with ApoE4. My work aims to uncover potential therapeutic strategies for neuroprotection.

Presentations

Baker, D. (2024). Knockdown of Cytochrome P450 Protein in the Ejaculatory Bulb of the Fruit Fly Drosophila melanogaster and its Effect on Aggression. Student Research & Creative Activity Spring Symposium 2024; California State University, Sacramento. Retrieved from https://scholars.csus.edu/

Abstract: Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science, 2023