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Alexandra Zehner

The Alberta Family Wellness Initiative
Scientific Associate

Alexandra (Allie) Zehner is a Scientific Associate with the Palix Foundation. She graduated summa cum laude from Barnard College of Columbia University with her Bachelor's in Neuroscience & Behavior. Allie has previously conducted research at both the New York State Psychiatric Institute/Columbia Department of Psychiatry and Columbia University Medical Center. Currently based out of London, England, Allie is also a part-time visiting researcher at University College London investigating immunotherapy treatment for neuroblastoma and other pediatric nervous system cancers. Outside of professional responsibilities, she enjoys hiking in the mountains, supporting Liverpool FC, and exploring museums around the city.