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Medical neuroscientist specializing in computational & systems neuroscience | Expert in electrophysiology, data analysis

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I am a neuroscientist currently pursuing dual PhD jointly at the Interdepartmental Neuroscience at Northwestern University, USA and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel. With a background in medicine (MBBS) and an advanced degree in Medical Science and Technology (MMST), I bring a unique perspective to my research, bridging the gap between clinical practice and fundamental neuroscience. My work is centered on understanding the neural mechanisms underlying motor control, with a particular focus on the role of the cerebellum and cerebellar outflow. My current project involves exploring the effect of blockage of cerebellar outflow to the motor cortex using deep brain stimulation on upper limb free reaching movements in non-human primates. This collaborative study is the core of my joint doctoral thesis at Hebrew University and Northwestern University. Previously, I have conducted research in a range of labs, from the Cognitive Information Processing Lab at the Indian Institute of Technology to the Motor Control Lab at Hebrew University, and the Motor Control and Neuroimaging Lab at Northwestern University. This diverse experience has provided me with a wide range of skills in computational modeling, synergy decomposition techniques, advanced signal analysis, and more. My research has resulted in several publications in prestigious journals such as Frontiers in Systems Neuroscience, Journal of Theoretical Biology, and IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering. Additionally, I have had the opportunity to present my work at numerous international conferences. Throughout my academic journey, I have not only been a student but also an educator. I've worked as a teaching assistant at Northwestern University and mentored peers in machine learning. I believe that knowledge is best retained when shared, and teaching has been a rewarding aspect of my career. In addition to my academic pursuits, I am dedicated to making a difference in my community. I had the privilege to serve as a UNESCO - AIESEC Global Volunteer in Cairo, working on the social rehabilitation of children with disabilities. With proficiency in English, Bengali, and Hindi, and basic understanding of German, I am comfortable working in diverse environments. I am always eager to take on new challenges and look forward to contributing my skills and knowledge to impactful neuroscience research. You can connect with me on Twitter (@nirviksinha). My research can also be found on my Research Gate profile.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Neuroscience
• ☆ Neurophysiology
• ☆ Biomedical Engineering
• ☆ Signal Processing
• ☆ Python
• ☆ Matlab
• ☆ R
• ☆ Neurology
• ☆ Clinical Neurophysiology
• ☆ Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation
• ☆ Physiotherapy
• ☆ Medical Sciences

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Data & AI

Writing Technical Writing

Research Fact Checking, Scientific and Technical Research, Systematic Literature Review

Consulting Scientific and Technical Consulting

Data & AI Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Processing

Work Experience

Visiting Doctoral Researcher

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

June 2021 - Present

Doctoral Candidate

Northwestern University - Chicago

September 2019 - Present

Medical Officer

BC Roy Technology Hospital

July 2016 - July 2019

House-physician

R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital

March 2016 - July 2016

Education

Master of Medical Science and Technology (School of Medical Science and Technology)

Indian Institute of Technology

July 2016 - May 2019

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) (R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital)

West Bengal University of Health Sciences

August 2010 - March 2016

Certifications

• Certification details not provided.

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Nirvik Sinha, C.J. Heckman, Yuan Yang (2021). Slowly activating outward membrane currents generate input-output sub-harmonic cross frequency coupling in neurons . Journal of Theoretical Biology.

Yuan Yang, Runfeng Tian, Netta Gurari, Justin M. Drogos, Julius P. A. Dewald, Nirvik Sinha(2020). Quantifying Altered Neural Connectivity of the Stretch Reflex in Chronic Hemiparetic Stroke . IEEE Transactions on Neural Systems and Rehabilitation Engineering. 28. (6). p. 1436--1441. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers ({IEEE})