Dr. Verónica de la Fuente

Dr. Verónica de la Fuente’s passion for studying the brain was sparked over the course of a three-day neuroscience workshop at Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA) when she was an undergraduate, and that spark never faded. Upon her return from the workshop, Verónica immersed herself in neuroscience classes and began working in a neuroscience laboratory at UBA where she stayed to earn her Ph.D. As a graduate student, she studied the molecular mechanisms underlying memory consolidation and reconsolidation. Then as a postdoc, she decided to venture outside of molecular work and instead explore circuitry of the neocortex and amygdala, both of which are vital contributors to memory reactivation. Verónica also established multiple collaborations with other labs during this time, underscoring the emphasis she places on the team-based aspect of science. As she sets up her own research group at UBA, Verónica’s commitment to fostering a supportive lab environment where members work together remains a central focus.