Adam Kulpa
Starting in high school, I became fascinated by how things work in science and why biological mechanisms function as they do. This curiosity evolved into a passion for molecular processes, the human brain, and biomedical science. This led me to completing my master's degree at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland, focusing on 3D bioprinting in a medical approach.
In 2021, I advanced my expertise through the Biolab internship with the Fulbright Foundation at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF), working with Dr. Freeman on the epigenetic mechanisms of brain aging. In 2023, I began my PhD at OMRF, working in both Dr. Freeman's and Dr. Kirkland's labs. My research focuses on the epigenetic mechanisms underlying aging and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, with a special emphasis on microglia and the DNA structure and organization under these mechanisms. My work involves genomics, epigenetics, and molecular biology, aiming to uncover novel therapeutic targets.
Looking ahead, I aspire to establish my own research laboratory or institute to advance our understanding of brain function and the epigenetic influence on DNA and overall organism health.
Outside the lab, I enjoy nature, aiming to visit as many U.S. national parks as possible during my PhD, hiking, cooking, and baking, which provide balance and inspiration in my life.