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The field of neuroscience is defined by the pursuit to understand the most complex biological system known the nervous system. Neuroscience requires its practitioners to draw upon, integrate, and expand knowledge and experimental methods originating from areas including genetics, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, physics, computer science, and engineering.
Our students join the program with backgrounds in biology, medicine, psychology, pharmacology, biochemistry, and engineering. Technological progress now allows us to observe and study the brain with unprecedented clarity, offering a panoramic perspective on the mind’s inner workings. By gaining insights into learning, memory, and other essential brain functions, our researchers are at the forefront of a significant shift in how nervous system disorders are treated, cured, or even prevented. The Ph.D. Program at the International Center for Neuroscience Research unites basic neuroscientists and clinician-scientists as faculty members, each possessing wide-ranging expertise and genuine multidisciplinary research interests, ensuring a distinctive educational environment.
Active research areas within this program include Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, the development of the central nervous system and the cellular, molecular, synaptic, and network mechanisms of brain dysfunction to prevent or treat neurological, developmental, and behavioral disorders. The program places substantial emphasis on hands-on research training in laboratories. This is complemented by both core and specialized courses, as well as advanced classes on contemporary neuroscience topics.
Curriculum
During the first year, students take introductory neuroscience and core curriculum courses, participate in lab rotations, complete a comprehensive written qualifying exam, and receive training in critical thinking, presentation skills, scientific writing, and select their thesis lab.
The second year involves an oral qualifying exam to advance to candidacy, completion of advanced neuroscience courses, formation of a thesis advisory committee, and engagement in laboratory research.
In year three, students focus on thesis, laboratory research, present annual works-in-progress, participate in biannual thesis committee meetings, and take elective courses covering advanced neuroscience topics.
The program is structured interdepartmentally, allowing students the flexibility to adopt multidisciplinary approaches to neuroscience research questions, with collaborations across laboratories strongly encouraged.
Our immediate aim is to prepare students for significant roles as researchers and educators in neuroscience, while our ultimate goal is to provide a solid foundation for leadership positions in academia, industry, and related fields.
We recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential, both socially and scientifically, and are dedicated to continuously enhancing an infrastructure that supports all members of our community.
Our admissions process is holistic, and we eagerly anticipate reading your application. We highly value applicants who have maximized the opportunities at their undergraduate institution, including summer experiences. Applicants must hold a MD or Master’s Degree. before starting the program. Prior laboratory research experience is also encouraged; please detail this in your Statement of Interest and Career Objectives, indicating the duration of your full- and part-time research on your CV. Those who excel in our program generally have a robust academic background in the biological or physical sciences. Courses that provide strong preparation include general biology, neuroscience, calculus-level math, general physics, chemistry (general and organic), statistics, engineering, or computer science.
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