INSTITUTE FOR HUMAN

NEUROSCIENCE

(IHN) SUPPORT STAFF

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Seth Bashford, BS

Research Software Engineer & Technology Core 
Institute for Human Neuroscience

BS – Electrical Engineering, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
BA – Music, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Seth is a programmer assisting multiple labs across all of Boys Town National Research Hospital including the IHN. He develops programs for administering experiments and data analysis. When at home he enjoys spending time with his wife, in the sun and playing guitar.

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Ronald Bosworth

Neuroscience Computing Specialist
Institute for Human Neuroscience

AS - ITT Technology Institute

Ron Bosworth is the neuroimaging computing specialist at IHN. His role includes interacting with staff and students regarding status of computing on a daily basis. Outside of work, he is a passionate philanthropist working with many non-profits especially Mustaches for Kids Omaha.

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Arianna Hyczko

Engineering Intern
Institute for Human Neuroscience

Arianna is currently working on their Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology at Iowa State University. As a CAD engineering intern at IHN, her role involves designing, modeling, and reiterating instruments for research. In her free time, she enjoys playing video games, Dungeons & Dragons, and creating art in various mediums.

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Cooper Livermore

3D Printing Technician 
Institute for Human Neuroscience

BS – Biology and Religious Studies, University of Nebraska-Omaha

Cooper is an expert in 3D printing technologies and utilizes his expertise to successfully operate the IHN 3D Printing Core. He is constantly innovating, designing, and printing 3D models for a wide range of populations, research topics, and instrumentation needs. In his spare time, he loves watching movies and hanging out with friends.

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Patti Levering

Administrative Assistant 
Institute for Human Neuroscience

Patti is an administrative assistant at IHN. As the face of IHN, Patti greets every participant and visitor with a smile! She also handles purchasing and manages supplies for the Institute. She was born and raised in Omaha and is a summer girl that loves to spend time adventuring the outdoors and watching college baseball. She also enjoys time with her family and traveling with friends.

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Lisa Houseman, RT, R, CT, MR, ARRT

MRI Core Manager 
Institute for Human Neuroscience

BS – Radiation Science, University of Nebraska Medical Center

As the MRI core manager at IHN, Lisa’s responsibilities include scanning research participants in the 3T Siemens Prisma MRI, as well as coordinating billings, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance protocols. She is also dedicated to adhering to the safety protocols in MRI. When she is not at work, she enjoys cooking and tending to her flower gardens and many houseplants. Lisa also enjoys traveling and has three dogs and a cat that are spoiled regularly.

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Nichole Knott, R. EEG T., CMEG

MEG Core Manager 
Institute for Human Neuroscience

As the MEG core manager, Nichole’s responsibilities include scanning research participants in our two MEGIN Neo MEG systems, as well as coordinating billings, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance protocols. When Nichole is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and working on projects in and around her home.

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Jiraros Meejang, BS

MEG Technologist 
Institute for Human Neuroscience

BS – Neuroscience, University of Maryland

Jiraros has been with the Institute since March 2023. As a MEG Technologist, Jiraros is responsible for acquiring quality MEG data at IHN. Her other roles include safety screening, instrument maintenance, task administration, and documentation of MEG procedures. Prior to starting as a MEG Technologist, Jiraros was a Research Assistant for the PoWER lab, where her roles included acquiring and analyzing data, communicating scientific findings through poster and podium presentations, and preparing manuscripts for publication. She enjoys visiting different cities, seeing live entertainments and sports, and cooking new recipes.

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Claire Wilson

MEG Technologist
Institute for Human Neuroscience

As a MEG technologist, Claire’s primary responsibilities include acquiring quality MEG data across all studies at IHN. Her other responsibilities include safety screening, instrument maintenance, task administration, and documentation of MEG procedures. In her free time, Claire enjoys playing Pokemon GO while spending time outdoors.