Melanie Zhang

Discipline: 
Researcher
Musician/artist
Music/arts organization
Healthcare Provider
Health-related organization
Student
Educator
General Public
Organization/Affiliation (no abbreviation): 
Northwestern University Medical Scientist Training Program
Location: 
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
Short biography and a description of your interest(s) in music and health: 
Medical student in the MD/PhD program at Northwestern, future psychiatrist. PhD research in the link between sleep, circadian rhythm, and Alzheimer's disease. Classically trained in flute performance (BA/BS in music/neuroscience from Emory), performing member of the Northwestern Medical Orchestra. Amateur arranger, pianist, and vocalist. Recent interests: video game music.

Currently working in the lab of Borna Bonakdarpour, MD. Interested in the intersection of music and the brain, especially impact on mental health.