D'Yahna Baker


Baker profile

D'Yahna Baker

Campus: KU - Lawrence Campus
Neuroscience Doctoral Student
Program Mentor: Jesse Wiley, 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