Autumn Lee

I am a second-year Ph.D. student in the Angueyra Lab at the University of Maryland, studying visual system development and behavior in zebrafish. My scientific journey has been driven by an excitement to utilize unconventional methods to advance our understanding of how organisms interact with their environments.

I hold a B.A. in Neuroscience and Behavior from Mount Holyoke College (2024), where I also earned a certificate in Coastal and Marine Sciences. My research focuses on how zebrafish transition from simple startle responses to the complex, robust behaviors of later developmental stages in three-dimensional aquatic environments. I am particularly interested in rethinking the zebrafish model—which is highly accessible and well-established—for use in studying visually-driven behavior in aquatic systems I utilize machine learning techniques to analyze and quantify these behaviors, developing skills in computational and behavioral analysis that will advance my career in marine science research.

Outside of research, I enjoy crocheting, video games, and spending time with friends exploring the city and seeking out new adventures.