New Chapters @ UC Berkeley & Vanderbilt

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New Chapters @ UC Berkeley & Vanderbilt 〰️

A new era of neuroscience— led by students, built for all.

At Brain Hub, we believe neuroscience shouldn’t be reserved for the few—it should inspire the many. We're a community of students turning curiosity into action, breaking down barriers, and making brain science a force for change.

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OUR COLLABORATORS

EMS Club @ UCSD

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Psychedelic Club @ UCSD

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Dr. Boyle

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Dr. Marin

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Dr. Yoo

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Dr. Rose

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About Us

leading a new era, together.

Brain Hub began as a bold idea: what if neuroscience wasn’t reserved for the few, but opened to the curious, the creative, and the unconventional?

Built on the belief that the brain connects every field—from art to engineering, psychology to tech—Brain Hub quickly grew into a home for students from all majors and backgrounds. Today, we’re an award-winning, student-led organization reshaping how people engage with brain science: more inclusive, more collaborative, and driven by curiosity.

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Meet the Leadership

  • Karina Bilokur

    NATIONAL FOUNDER, PRESIDENT & CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF @ BRAIN HUB JOURNAL

    An aspiring neurosurgeon who creates more ways to learn, network, research, and contribute to the field. Innovator and change-maker.

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  • JACK ADER

    VICE PRESIDENT & CO-EDITOR-IN-CHIEF @ BRAIN HUB JOURNAL

    An aspiring neuroscientist who is driven by curiosity, dedicated to exploring the intricacies of the brain, and passionate about contributing to the field.

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  • DEMETRIS CHEN

    SECRETARY

    An aspiring neurosurgeon passionate about neurotrauma, research, and dedicated to increasing exposure of the field of neuroscience to all.

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Brain hub journal

The Brain Hub Journal is a student-run, interdisciplinary publication dedicated to exploring the brain in all its forms: scientific, artistic, philosophical, technological, and cultural.

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Brain Hub Journal Team

  • Karina Bilokur

    Co-Editor-In-Chief

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  • Jack Ader

    Co-Editor-In-Chief

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  • Jai Penumarthi

    Managing Editor

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  • Amita Rahman

    Creative Graphic Designer

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MEET OFFICERS

  • Julianne Lee

    SOCIAL MEDIA OFFICER

  • JENNY HUANG

    SOCIAL MEDIA OFFICER

  • ELISKA LEE

    SOCIAL MEDIA OFFICER

  • NITI PATEL

    DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC OUTREACH

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 FAQs

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  • Brain Hub isn’t just a club—it’s where neuroscience meets real life. We host interactive events like “Be the Neurologist,” invite surgeons and researchers to campus, run hands-on workshops, and connect students to shadowing, research, and volunteer opportunities. Whether you're pre-med, psych, comp sci, engineering, arts or just curious—we’ll plug you into the brain world in a way lectures never could.

  • Here are just a few reviews from our amazing members:
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    The first Brain Hub meeting was a warm and welcoming experience! Even though my major isn’t in psychology or neuroscience, I’ve always been interested in learning about our brains, and I know this will be beneficial to my field of study as well. Also, it was wonderful to see a diverse group of people from various backgrounds, and the staff were incredibly friendly.🥹 I am excited about the future events and research opportunities they will offer. I’m glad I decided to join Brain Hub. 🧠

    - Ji K.

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    I thought it was great! I will definitely be coming again. This was a great way to discuss with a group of people who care as much about the brain as I do! I feel like this is the start of a great community on campus.

    - Kate H.

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    So friendly and welcoming, I love that their interested in what their members want to see and that they’ll help students with research opportunities!

    - Sonoma W.

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    Enjoyed being able to talk about struggles that are often “taboo” in other settings

    - Jayden V.

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    The first meeting was so intriguing because of the multidisciplinary approach to the club, and as someone with interests in cognitive science, art and design, and neuroscience, I am so excited to learn more about how to explore all those topics at UCSD. It seems like a super supportive and innovative club!

    - Artemisia B.

  • We warmly welcome UCSD undergraduates of all backgrounds, religions, cultures, genders, and majors, celebrating diversity and inclusion. Whether you’re new to the field or already have some knowledge, we provide support for you at every level to help you succeed.

  • We will be announcing events on rolling basis starting Fall 2024 on our Luma profile. You can follow us on Luma to get notifications as soon as we start planning our next meetings. We will also announce registration for events via email and Instagram!

  • Brain Hub deeply values and appreciates all team members who have served our organization. Your contributions have shaped our journey, and we are committed to honoring your legacy. Here is the list of those who contributed to Brain Hub at UC San Diego:
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    - Carolina DePaula, Founding Vice-President [Fall 2023 — Spring 2024]
    - Shriya Singh, Creative Writing Officer [Winter and Spring 2024]
    - Inderveer Basra, Community Orientation Officer [Winter and Spring 2024]
    - Liwia Wolek, Vice-President [Fall 2024 — Spring 2025]
    - Milind Kankipati, Founding Creative Director [Winter 2024 — Spring 2025]
    - Berlyn Ly, Public Outreach Officer [Winter & Spring 2026]
    - Hailey Obregon, Social Media Officer [Winter & Spring 2026]

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