Michael Silvernagel

Originally from Billings, Montana, Michael is an Electrical Engineering Ph.D. student advised by Paul Nuyujukian. His research interests include understanding the causal relationships between cortical dynamics and behavior, as well as developing brain-machine interfaces for the treatment of neurological disorders. Michael has served as a mentor for Stanford’s FAST, SURF, and high school research experience programs, and he has held leadership roles in local Eta Kappa Nu and Special Olympics chapters. Before starting his Ph.D. Michael spent 15 months volunteering at the Open Arms Home for Children in Komga, South Africa, where he developed a love for Xhosa and Springbok rugby.