Kristen Breit
West Chester, PA, US
Field of Work
Neuroscience
Behavioral Teratology
Company
West Chester University
Job Title or "Student"
Assistant Professor of Biopsychology
Education
Sciences and Mathematics
Degree
Psychology (Behavioral Neuroscience)
Education Level
PhD
Profile Biography
My name is Dr. Kristen Breit, an Assistant Professor of Biopsychology at West Chester University. I have historically researched the effects of prenatal drug exposure on brain and behavioral development throughout the lifespan. My specific research interest is in the effects of prenatal exposure to combined alcohol, cannabis, and nicotine exposure (including electronic cigarettes) on behaviors later in life. In my lab, I mentor and train many undergraduate and graduate students, including several female minority students. In addition to conducting research, I teach courses such as Introduction to Biological Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Sensory Neuroscience, and Drugs and Behavior. I am also very passionate about science policy, particularly dispersing accurate information regarding developmental drug exposure to women who may not otherwise have access to such information.
Links
Interests
Writing/blogging, Dance, Computing, Reading, Travel, Acting, Other
Race & Ethnicity
White
Level of Participation
After-school visit, Field trip participation, In-school visit, Job shadow, Online role model, Summer camp visit
My Experience
I am a new Role Model.
Availability
Evenings, Weekends
Resources
Career exploration activities, Fun demonstrations or materials, Hands-on activities for students, Online Mentoring (email or Skype)
Program Affiliation
None
Other Interests
Painting