$15 Million in NIH Funding

Since 2008, the Department of Neuroscience ranked 4th nationally in terms of NIH funding, the best showing of any school in the Northeast. Neuroscience Chair Eric J. Nestler, MD, PhD, directs the Friedman Brain Institute. Read More

NEWS

Gene that Causes Type 2 Diabetes May Also Cause Alzheimer’s 
July 18, 2011 - Researchers have found that a gene that causes diabetes kills nerve cells in the brain, possibly resulting in Alzheimer’s disease.

 

A Natural Chemical Found in Grape Seeds May Prevent Development or Progression of Alzheimer’s 
July 15, 2011 - Mount Sinai researchers found that polyphenols, a natural extract found in grapes, may help prevent or treat Alzheimer’s disease.

 

New Research Shows the Aging Brain Does Not Respond To Experience As Well as the Younger Brain 
May 24, 2011 - Mount Sinai researchers have found reduced ability of the aging brain to learn and respond to experiences, a finding that sheds new light on the aging process.

 
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CHAIR'S MESSAGE

Eric J. Nestler, MD, PhD, is Nash Family Professor of Neuroscience, Chair of the Department of Neuroscience, and Director of the Friedman Brain Institute. Dr. Nestler is President-elect of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology.  Read More

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Distinct Mechanisms Underlying Behaviors Related to Nicotine Addiction: Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptor Contributions to Reinforcement, Feeding and Depression
February 9, 2012  - February 9, 2012
Icahn Medical Institute - 1st floor Seminar Room
New York, NY

 

Discovery of a Neuroprotective Chemical
February 16, 2012  - February 16, 2012
Icahn Medical Institute - 1st floor Seminar Room
New York, NY

 
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