Julia Alexsandra Galiza Soares

Julia Alexsandra Galiza Soares, from São Paulo, Brazil, is pursuing an MD at Stanford School of Medicine. She graduated with honors from Columbia University, where she majored in neuroscience. Her work spans preclinical and clinical research, advancing understanding of the brain circuitry underlying mood disorders and pain conditions. She has conducted research at the University of São Paulo, Columbia University, Harvard University, the New York State Psychiatric Institute, and Stanford University. Through this work, Julia aims to develop innovative, personalized treatments for individuals with treatment-resistant personality and mood disorders. Committed to equity in science and medicine, Julia has co-founded, led, and mentored within organizations dedicated to recruiting and supporting students from underrepresented backgrounds. She is a John Kluge Scholar, a recipient of the Society for Neuroscience Trainee Award, and a Racial Equity to Advance a Community of Health Scholar.