Profiles in "Neuroscience" Expertise Area

  • Peter studies the genetic etiologies of disorders of spoken and written language. Her work contributes to the foundations for early identification of children at genetic risk and for proactive interventions.
  • Orchinik is a neuroscientist who studies how stress alters behavior, brain function, and the endocrine system. He is also interested in science education research, particularly in how undergraduates learn core concepts,
  • Omar Khdour’s research focuses on the vital role of mitochondrial energy metabolism in human health, wellness, and disease.
  • Lewis is interested in how salient life experiences, such as trauma and psychedelic-therapy, can alter epigenetic regulation of gene systems involved in mental health. She’s interested in the utility of peripheral samples to study brain health.
  • Sirven's interests in epilepsy include status epilepticus, surgical therapy, epilepsy in older adults and psychosocial issues particularly those involving Hispanic populations and transportation.
  • Dr. Mastroeni's current research is examining genetic ( Mom & Dad) and epigenetic (environmental) changes within single classes of cells in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease by laser capture microdissection (LCM).
  • Dr. Cook-Deegan's research interests include science policy, health policy, biomedical research, cancer and intellectual property.