Our program of study provides interdisciplinary training
that emphasizes classical neurobiological and modern neurogenetic
approaches. The program emphasizes a broad exposure to multi-disciplinary
studies that are at the forefront of neuroscience research.
Students first acquire a strong basic science background and
then are trained to use a variety of new techniques and methodologies
important to this rapidly developing field. A major strength
of the program is its cohesive faculty committed to maintaining
an open, eclectic, intellectual environment.
Research in Sackler School Neuroscience laboratories emphasizes
the following areas of study:
- Neurogenesis, axonal pathfinding, & synaptogenesis
- Ion channel physiology
- Neurotransmitter release and action
- G protein signaling in the nervous system
- Sensory & behavioral neurobiology
- Extracellular matrix molecules and neural differentiation
- Neuropeptides and neuropeptide receptors
- Regulation of neural gene expression
Program Curriculum
The focus of the first year is on didactic course work. A typical
first-year program consists of Neuroscience 201 and 212 and
courses in graduate biochemistry and cell biology, in addition
to participation in a journal club, seminars, and lab rotations.
Additional program requirements include involvement in a weekly
seminar/discussion series, a monthly topical meeting, and graduate
research. Students are required to take the core courses and
at least one elective course concentrating on the basic science
disciplines, including biochemistry/molecular biology, physiology,
and anatomy/cell biology. The Ph.D. qualifying exam is taken
at the end of the first year or beginning of the second year.
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program website for more information!
To apply for admission to the
Neuroscience program, students must apply through the Integrated
Studies Program. Click here to apply.
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