Akila will join the Tawfik Lab as a postdoctoral scholar in August 2021. She received her PhD in Biology from Utah State University uncovering the neuronal mechanisms of morphine tolerance and studying the neuropharmacology of non-opioid pain therapeutics. In the Tawfik Lab, Akila is excited to continue her work on chronic pain and learn more about the neuroimmunology of pain.

Akila is passionate about science outreach and enjoys standup comedy and baking for her friends.