Neuroscience

Unlocking the brain’s mysteries, from molecules to systems

Understanding the Brain

A Complex and Fascinating System

As multidisciplinary researchers, UT neuroscientists investigate the central and peripheral nervous system—the brain, spinal cord, nerves and sensory organs—and make discoveries in molecular, cellular, behavioral and computational research techniques. They help humanity to better understand basic mechanisms of brain function and shed light on contributors to brain disease. 

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Experiences & Careers

Neuroscience majors at UT pursue research in faculty labs, study abroad and secure internships. Many go on to a health professions school or graduate school, while others pursue work in the private sector education, government, or research in many different areas. Job titles of recent graduates include:

  • Behavioral therapist
  • Advanced research specialist
  • Recruiter/account manager
  • Technical professional development specialist
     

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Here, you’ll find some of the most sophisticated facilities in the world, equipped for delivering  breakthroughs the world needs from all types of researchers, whether in our Freshman Research Initiative or alongside leading scientists and their graduate students in the lab. Our faculty inspire students in courses to learn about the root cause of diseases, to deploy the cutting-edge tools of neuroscience and to make connections between the brain and technologies the world now demands.

Accessing memories and the path to a brain-computer interface

Mapping activity in the brain with one of the inventors of optogenetics

Resetting the alcoholic brain and other grand challenges