Dr. Marija Kundakovic's lab at Fordham University focuses on understanding how hormonal changes during the menopausal transition affect brain structure and function. By studying postmortem brain tissue, the lab aims to uncover the cellular and molecular traits that can heighten the risk for depression and other psychiatric disorders in women. The research integrates advanced genomics techniques to explore these changes, potentially paving the way for improved mental health strategies for women in this life stage.