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Researchers’ preclinical trial upends conventional wisdom about responses to fear
For more than a century scientists have recognized “freezing” as the natural fear response. But in a new study, Northeastern assistant professor of psychology Rebecca Shansky found that female rats often respond to fear by “darting.” The findings not only raise questions about the veracity of previous studies that rely on freezing to indicate fear, but could also lead to better treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder.
January 28, 2016
College of Science
New research points to source of peripheral vision problems
Psychology professor Peter J. Bex and colleagues have reached a new understanding of why our peripheral vision is poor. The discovery could lead to treatments for eye diseases such as age-related macular degeneration.
January 07, 2016
Northeastern research team uncovers explanation for biofilm formation
Kevin Gozzi started working in assistant professor Win Chai’s microbiology lab during his first month at Northeastern. Now, the fourth-year biology student is the co-first author of the lab’s most recent publication.
November 09, 2015
3Qs: The science of sleep
If you want to ace your exams, you’ll need to study hard. But, says Fred Davis, a biology professor with expertise in circadian rhythms, you’ll also need to put down the books and catch a little shuteye.
October 28, 2015
Compassion isn’t random: DeSteno
Adversity makes you more compassionate. Except when others are suffering as you did.
October 19, 2015
Compassion isn't random: DeSteno
Adversity makes you more compassionate. Except when others are suffering as you did.
October 19, 2015
BNS T-Shirts Available – ONLY $10, 203 Mugar
Welcome back Behavioral Neuroscience students and faculty- to kick off the new academic year, please stop by our office (203 Mugar) to purchase a new BNS t-shirt.
September 09, 2015
Two new Faculty joined the BNS Program
The Behavioral Neuroscience Program is proud to announce the addition of two new academic faculty during 2015. Their research and teaching expertise will enhance and expand our core course offerings and student experience.
September 03, 2015
Prof. Craig Ferris BUILDs opportunities with Neuro-Imaging
Prof. Craig Ferris joins as a mentor for NIH’s Building Infrastructure Leading to Diversity (BUILD) Initiative.
September 01, 2015
Prof. Fred Davis Appointed to Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs
Dr. Davis will provide mentorship and oversight of the programs that support faculty in academic roles within the College of Science.
September 01, 2015
BNS students awarded 2015 Nu Rho Psi summer research grant
Behavioral Neuroscience Students, Kristen Brown and Christine Boutros, awarded 2015 Nu Rho Psi Summer Research Grant.
August 28, 2015
Shansky Lab featured on the cover of Biological Psychiatry
BNS professor's and graduate student's image was featured on the cover of the August 2015 print issue of Biological Psychiatry.
August 28, 2015
Researchers in Shansky Lab Make Cover of Biological Psychiatry
The journal cover features a stunning visual of a pyramidal neuron, captured in Rebecca Shansky’s lab by unique neural imaging technologies.
August 06, 2015
Murray Gibson Steps Down as COS Dean
Murray Gibson has decided to step down as the Dean of the College of Science, effective June 30, 2015. Murray’s tenure completes five years as the Founding Dean of the College of Science.
May 29, 2015