Elisa Merlini

Elisa completed her BSc in Neuroscience at King’s College London before moving to Cambridge for a MPhil in Clinical Neurosciences. She is now a first-year PhD student investigating the role of axon degeneration in Parkinson’s Disease. During her studies, she has had the chance to work and mentor for various initiatives focused on education, social work, and disability. She is very passionate about bringing together science and policy to achieve a meaningful social impact. Connect with Elisa on LinkedIn and Twitter.