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Behavioral Neuroscience, Psychology
What if people from different cultures and economic backgrounds have different brain wiring?
For decades, scientists have assumed that the brain circuitry for social behavior has developed over millions of years of evolution and is hardwired at birth. Based on this view of human development, we all start life with the same basic brain wiring and our uniqueness is built upon that common biological foundation.
August 06, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Psychology
Psychology professor Nancy Kim leverages experiential learning in new textbook
Kim's book delves into how we make decisions, how biases arise and can be avoided, and the science behind judgement, grounded in real life examples
June 15, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience
Your dog is a genius. You just don’t realize it.
Northeastern alumnus creates puzzles for cats and dogs, rewarding completed puzzles with treats!
June 13, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience
Your dog is a genius. You just don't realize it.
Northeastern alumnus creates puzzles for cats and dogs, rewarding completed puzzles with treats!
June 13, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology
Biology professor receives 2018 University Excellence in Teaching Award
James Monaghan had just started teaching a class, when the Provost came in and presented him Northeastern University's University Excellence in Teaching Award. "I had no idea it was coming," said Monaghan. "It's the coolest thing that they actually came into class!"
May 11, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology
Here’s what makes a great teacher
The passion that drives James Monaghan is tissue regeneration; for Denise Garcia, it’s international diplomacy. While their disciplines couldn’t be more different, what earned them the 2018 University Excellence in Teaching Award is what they have in common—a passion for students on both the academic and human level.
May 02, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology
Here's what makes a great teacher
The passion that drives James Monaghan is tissue regeneration; for Denise Garcia, it’s international diplomacy. While their disciplines couldn’t be more different, what earned them the 2018 University Excellence in Teaching Award is what they have in common—a passion for students on both the academic and human level.
May 02, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Linguistics, Marine and Environmental Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology
COS students honored for their achievements
Each year dozens of College of Science students are recognized for their achievements in the classroom, on co-op and in the community. 2018 is no different.
April 27, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Linguistics, Marine and Environmental Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology
Departments & Programs celebrate their seniors
Information about where and when the celebrations are.
April 23, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Linguistics, Marine and Environmental Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology
Departments & Programs celebrate their seniors
Information about where and when the celebrations are.
April 23, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, College of Science
Northeastern’s Brain Awareness Week underscores need to “make world a healthier, more informed place”
Learn about the future of brain sensors, new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, and more during Brain Awareness Week, hosted by the Northeastern NEURONS student organization.
March 27, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, College of Science
Northeastern's Brain Awareness Week underscores need to "make world a healthier, more informed place"
Learn about the future of brain sensors, new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, and more during Brain Awareness Week, hosted by the Northeastern NEURONS student organization.
March 27, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Chemistry and Chemical Biology, College of Science
Neuropsychologists and Criminal Minds fans alike join in excitement over launch of new forensics club
"This club is for anyone in biology, psychology, behavioral neuroscience, criminal justice, or any major if you're interested in aspects of forensic science and other parts of criminology that aren't offered at Northeastern," said Talemal. "And it's also for people who are just interested in watching and talking about some great criminal television."
March 16, 2018
Behavioral Neuroscience
A next-gen Ms. Frizzle wants to interest girls in STEM
Channeling her inner Ms. Frizzle—the red-haired, fourth-grade science teacher in The Magic School Bus animated TV series—alumna Sophie Shrand launched a quirky YouTube series to show girls that science can be fun, fascinating, and entertaining.
January 29, 2018