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Ben Ragen is a seasoned professional with a strong background in behavioral neuroscience, research, and project management. He has held various roles, including Senior Scientific Editor for Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences and Program Manager for the Blavatnik Award for Young Scientists. Ben has a strong educational foundation, holding a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology from the University of California, Davis, and a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Biological Psychology from the same institution. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Neuroscience from Skidmore College. Ben is proficient in multiple languages, including English, and has a strong skill set in behavioral neuroscience, molecular biology, and statistics. He has experience working in various settings, including academic and research institutions, and has a proven track record of managing projects and teams.

Experience

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Senior Scientific Editor
      • Jun 2022 - Present

      Senior Scientific Editor for Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences

    • Program Manager
      • Nov 2018 - Sep 2022

      Life Sciences Program Manager for the Blavatnik Award for Young Scientists

  • BioMed Central
    • Greater New York City Area
    • Editor
      • Apr 2017 - Nov 2018
      • Greater New York City Area

      I manage a portfolio of journals including BMC Psychology, BMC Psychiatry, BMC Neuroscience, BMC Neurology and BMC Pharmacology and Toxicology.

  • New York University
    • Greater New York City Area
    • Postdoctoral Fellow/Visiting Scientist
      • Sep 2015 - Apr 2017
      • Greater New York City Area

      Researched and authored manuscripts on neurobiology of social behavior. Measured neopterin and creatinine in 38 rhesus macaque urine samples. • Successfully prepared and submitted R21 grant proposal for research on impact of sex steroid hormones on developing immune. • Perfected and validated ELISAs to accurately measure monkey testosterone and cytokines in 60 blood samples

  • NYU Langone Medical Center
    • Greater New York City Area
    • Postdoctoral Research Fellow/Project Manager
      • Sep 2014 - Sep 2015
      • Greater New York City Area

      Collaborated with both Pfizer and NYU Medical Center to plan, organize, and launch clinical trial. Executed 36 fMRI sessions to collect brain imaging data to determine effects of a cannabinoid agonist on neural activation during fear learning task. Authored and published 2 papers on pharmacological treatments and neurobiology of PTSD.

  • UC Davis
    • Davis, CA
    • Doctoral Candidate
      • Sep 2008 - May 2014
      • Davis, CA

      Designed and executed 4 NIH-funded studies in coordination with CA National Primate Research Center, aimed at determining biological mechanisms of nonhuman primate sociality through pharmacological and molecular studies. Mentored 30 undergraduate students to accurately collect, record, and measure data.• Leveraged communicator skills to author and publish 7 first author papers and book chapters, and further disseminate results throughout scientific community through 11+ presentations and talks.

    • Lab Manager
      • Jun 2013 - Sep 2013
      • Davis, CA

      Participated in investigations of physiological interaction between stress, social interaction, and memory by performing radio- and enzyme-immunoassays on +600 saliva samples for studies. Ensured lab functioning maintained through management of gamma counter and plate reader as well as monitoring radiation and chemical use. Continually updated and created SOPs to optimize assay procedures

    • Research Assistant
      • Jun 2008 - Aug 2008

      Ran test sessions on research exploring the ontogeny of fear conditioning in rats.

Education

  • 2008 - 2014
    University of California, Davis
    Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Psychology
  • 2008 - 2010
    UC Davis
    Master of Arts (M.A.), Biological Psychology
  • 2004 - 2008
    Skidmore College
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Neuroscience

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