Elad
Dvir

Elad Dvir is a PhD candidate in the field of genomics, the study of genes and their functions. He studies changes in nervous system development in the context of disorders, including autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and Huntington’s disease. Studying ASD- associated genes, he uses advanced methods to investigate how genetic mutations affect the development of pluripotent cells (embryonic cells that generate all types of cells in our body) toward the nervous system. He aims to identify different types of ASD mutations that may respond to different therapeutic approaches.

Elad aims to identify different types of ASD mutations that may respond to different therapeutic approaches.

Elad earned his BSc in psychobiology and the Amirim-Natural Sciences Honors Program, as well as his MSc in genetics with bioinformatics specialization from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He was born and currently resides in Jerusalem with his wife. Before his military service, he participated in the Meitzar pre-military program and volunteered at the Ramat Tveria Medical Centre for adults with neurodevelopmental disorders. In his free time, he enjoys music, chess, and spending time with family and friends.