Veronica Rodriguez Moncalvo

Veronica Rodriguez Moncalvo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at McMaster University, specializing in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of Neuroscience, Biology, and Genetics. Her work explores how diet and social signals influence brain function, particularly in juvenile spadefoot toads, and she has contributed to understanding neurochemical mechanisms in Drosophila models.

• Teaching roles include instructorship for courses such as Human Nutritional Toxicology (LIFESCI 3N03), Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease (LIFESCI 4V03), and Fundamentals of Neuroscience (LIFESCI 2CC3).
• Her scholarly activity spans topics in neuroethology, behavioral genetics, and cellular dynamics, with publications in journals like Journal of Experimental Biology and PLoS ONE.

Recent research trends indicate a focus on monoaminergic systems, species recognition, and larval neurobiology, often utilizing Drosophila and anuran models. Despite no formal awards listed, her work demonstrates interdisciplinary expertise in both neuroscience and developmental biology. Teaching activities suggest a commitment to training in life sciences and research methodology.