Morgan Bradford

Biomedical researcher with expertise in molecular neuroscience, neuronal signaling, and ischemic stroke recovery. Experienced in designing and executing experiments on signaling pathways (BDNF-TrkB and PI3K/AKT) and analyzing neurogenesis, neuroplasticity, and neuron-glia interactions. Strong background in various research techniques. Skilled in presenting findings at national and regional conferences with multiple manuscripts in preparation. Collaborative, adaptable, and passionate about advancing translational neuroscience and biomedical research. Driven graduate offering advanced knowledge the field to add value to a dynamic team. Proven success in working within collaborative environments to drive innovation and advance research. Seeking a professional opportunity to assist in driving company objectives.

• President, Black Student Union, Centenary College, 2022–2023, Led campus initiatives and voter registration drives.
• Public Relations Officer, BSU, 2021–2022, Managed communications and outreach.
• Orientation Leader, 2020, Mentored new students and facilitated campus integration.

• Marquez-Ortiz R.A., Akhter, B., Aich, N., Brown, K., Bradford, M.K., Williams, E.E., Hernandez D.R., Boudreaux P.B., Rodgers, K.M., Age-related differences in transcriptional regulation of the neuroimmune system following stroke., 2025
• Akhter, B., Aich, N., Brown, K., Marquez-Ortiz R.A., Bradford, M.K., Hernandez D.R., Rodgers, K.M., Neuron-glia crosstalk following stroke., 2025
• Aich, N., Bradford, M.K., Akhter, B., Williams, E.E., Boudreaux P.B., Lin H.W., Rodgers, K.M., The role of the PI3K/AKT pathway in recovery of neurogenesis and neuroplasticity after pediatric stroke., 2025

• Bradford, M.K., Aich, N., Brown, K., Williams, E.E., Akhter, B., Rodgers, K.M., Age and Cell-Type Specific Regulation of BDNF-TrkB-PI3K/AKT Signaling Following Ischemic Stroke., Poster Presentation, Society for Neuroscience, San Diego, CA, 2025
• Williams, E.E., Akhter, B., Aich, N., Brown, K., Bradford, M.K., Rodgers, K.M., Neurogenesis and Plasticity Promoted by Neuroimmune Signaling Following Ischemic Stroke., Graduate Research Day, LSUHS, 2025
• Aich, N., Bradford, M.K., Williams, E.E., Marquez-Ortiz, R.A., Rodgers, K.M., RAS-MAPK Pathway Signaling Promotes Neural Regeneration in Ischemic Stroke., Oral Presentation, Graduate Research Day, LSUHS, 2025

• Graduate Research Assistant, LSU Health Shreveport, 06/01/21, Present, Designed and performed experiments examining neuroimmune and molecular signaling pathways following ischemic stroke., Applied laboratory techniques: western blotting, immunohistochemistry, PCR, and cell culture., Investigated age- and cell type–specific effects of BDNF-TrkB and PI3K/AKT signaling on neurogenesis and neuroplasticity., Collaborated on multiple manuscripts and abstracts submitted to national neuroscience meetings.
• Undergraduate Research Intern, Cardiovascular Undergraduate Research Initiative, LSUHS, 06/01/22, 08/31/22, Investigated age- and cell type–specific differences in BDNF/p-TrkB expression in juvenile and adult stroke models., Findings contributed to graduate thesis research on downstream PI3K pathway mechanisms in recovery.

July 2024 — Present

· Performed patient intake, including blood pressure, glucose testing, and auscultation of heart and lung sounds.

· Assisted with patient check-ins, ensuring accurate records and smooth clinic flow.

· Developed confidence in direct patient care and hands-on clinical assessments.

• BLS Certification (2025)

August 2019 — January 2021

Each semester, students who have achieved a grade point average of 3.50 or better in twelve or more credit hours taken at Centenary for a letter grade are accorded the academic honor of being on the “Dean's List.”