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“ One of the hallmarks of the Department of Neuroscience is the level of interaction and collaboration between laboratories and laboratories in other departments. ”

RICHARD HUGANIR, PhD, Director

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  • “We study neural circuits for sensory perception, with a focus on touch.” Daniel O'Connor PhD Professor of Neuroscience
    Co-Director of the Neuroscience Training Program
  • “I study how cells of the retina and hypothalamus are formed and contribute to behavior.” Seth Blackshaw PhD Professor of Neuroscience
  • “We study novel messenger molecules and their interface with psychotropic drugs.” Solomon H. Snyder MD, DSc, DPhil (Hon Causa) Professor of Neuroscience Emeritus
  • “We study neural circuit mechanisms underlying the development of social behaviors.” Tomomi Karigo PhD Assistant Professor of Neuroscience
  • “Computational neuroscience models enable us to understand seemingly disparate experimental results in context.” Ernst Niebur PhD Professor of Neuroscience
  • “We seek to understand molecular mechanisms that wire up the nervous system.” Alex Kolodkin PhD Professor of Neuroscience
  • “My laboratory studies mechanisms of protein homeostasis during CNS development.” Seth Margolis PhD Associate Professor of Neuroscience
  • Jay Baraban MD, PhD Professor of Neuroscience

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28 04 2026

Congratulations to Uli Mueller for being elected as a member of the National Academy of Sciences!

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  • “ The waterfront promenade is a great way to enjoy a sunny day in Baltimore. From Harborplace, you can walk east through lovely waterfront neighborhoods—Harbor East, Fells Point,Canton. Great watering holes, pubs, and coffee shops! ” Ronald Schnaar, Professor
    “ The Chesapeake Bay is one of the premier sailing areas in the world. I love sailing my boat and spending time on the water. ” Ernst Niebur, Professor
    “ I love the Crab Cake Cones from the Gypsy Queen (gypsyqueencafe.com) food truck when they’re on campus. ” Jenn Orthmann Murphy, MD, PhD (Postdoc, Bergles Lab)
  • “ The year-round ultimate frisbee leagues in Catonsville and the Neuroscience department softball team. ” Travis Faust, Graduate Student (Sawa Lab)
    “ I’m new here, so getting lost biking through Baltimore has been a great way to explore. The murals are beautiful. Also, it’s wonderful to be living in a city that is celebrated for their crab dishes—my favorite comfort food! ” Raina D’Aleo, Graduate Student
    “ Each neighborhood in Baltimore has a unique personality offering a variety of affordable food options. I love the charcuterie selection at Trinacria and Parts & Labor. ” Wendy Xin, Graduate Student (Bonci Lab)