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New Clues to How Brain Processes Complex Info
Wednesday, July 18, 2018A new Duke study may explain how the brain processes complex information from the world around us, and may also provide insight into some of our perceptual and cognitive limitations. The results appeared July 13 in Nature Communications. More read more about New Clues to How Brain Processes Complex Info »
N&O Features DIBS/Bass Research on N.C. Heroin Overdose Deaths
Tuesday, June 12, 2018The News & Observer of Raleigh has featured research done by DIBS faculty and student members of a Bass Connections Brain & Society team, "Stemming the Opiate Epidemic through Education and Outreach." The research was published in the May/June 2018 issue of the N.C. Medical Journal. More... read more about N&O Features DIBS/Bass Research on N.C. Heroin Overdose Deaths »
'Disgust' Plays Protective Role for Humans
Monday, June 4, 2018Jana Schaich Borg, PhD, Assistant Research Professor in the Social Science Research Institute and DIBS Faculty Network Member, comments on recent research covered by CNN. More HERE. https://www.cnn.com/2018/06/04/health/disgust-health-disease-study/index.html read more about 'Disgust' Plays Protective Role for Humans »
Mobile App for Autism Screening Helps Kids, Parents
Friday, June 1, 2018A Duke study of an iPhone app to screen young children for signs of autism has found that the app is easy to use, welcomed by caregivers and good at producing reliable scientific data. The study, described June 1 in an open access journal npj Digital Medicine, points the way to broader, easier... read more about Mobile App for Autism Screening Helps Kids, Parents »
Schramm-Sapyta Op-Ed: Sentencing Reform for ALL Addictive Drugs
Tuesday, May 29, 2018"New opiate policies can help NC prepare for next epidemic," an op-ed written by DIBS Chief Operating Officer Nicole Schramm-Sapyta, PhD., appeared in the May 29 edition of the Durham Herald-Sun: The North Carolina legislature's “Task Force on Sentencing Reforms for Opioid Drug Convictions” has... read more about Schramm-Sapyta Op-Ed: Sentencing Reform for ALL Addictive Drugs »
Neuroscience Degree 'Opens New Doors' for Grads
Monday, May 14, 2018A Duke Neuroscience degree opens new doors for graduates, Kevin S. LaBar, PhD, Co-Director of Undergraduate Studies in Neuroscience (NS), told attendees during opening remarks at the 2018 NS Diploma Ceremony in Page Auditorium on Sunday, May 13. The degree also, “positions our graduates to thrive... read more about Neuroscience Degree 'Opens New Doors' for Grads »
'What Do You Know?' Neuroscience Major Asks in Graduation Remarks
Thursday, May 10, 2018Deeksha Mahotra, a graduating senior and Neuroscience major, didn't expect her speech to be selected for delivery during the 2018 Commencement--but it was! She delivered the speech on Sunday, May 13, during the main ceremony at Wallace Wade Stadium. Read the Duke Chronicle story HERE. You can watch... read more about 'What Do You Know?' Neuroscience Major Asks in Graduation Remarks »
White Discusses Dualities of Human Brain during Stanford Event
Wednesday, May 9, 2018Leonard White, PhD, Associate Professor of Neurology in the Duke School of Medicine and DIBS Associate Director for Education, spoke during the 2018 International Health Humanities Consortium Conference at Stanford University. The event, held April 20-22, was celebrated the 200th anniversary... read more about White Discusses Dualities of Human Brain during Stanford Event »
Marcus Center for Cellular Cures Established by School of Medicine
Wednesday, May 9, 2018Duke School of Medicine Dean Mary Klotman, MD, has announced the launch of a new center designed to bring together physicians and faculty from medicine and engineering to develop therapies for brain disorders such as autism. The Marcus Center for Cellular Cures will be directred by Joanne Kurtzberg... read more about Marcus Center for Cellular Cures Established by School of Medicine »
Neuroscience Diploma Ceremony Sunday Afternoon, 12:50 p.m., Page Auditorium
Wednesday, May 9, 2018The 2018 Neuroscience Diploma Ceremony begins at 12:50 p.m. on Sunday, May 13th in Page Auditorium. All graduating neuroscience majors and families are invited to attend the ceremony. No tickets are needed read more about Neuroscience Diploma Ceremony Sunday Afternoon, 12:50 p.m., Page Auditorium »