Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded in 1838 by Methodists and Quakers, the university moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke.
Neuroscience at Duke University thrives through a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary community, bringing together faculty and students from across multiple departments and centers like the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences. This environment fosters exploration of the nervous system at all levels, from molecular mechanisms within cells to complex circuits and resulting behaviors. With a strong emphasis on research, the program delves into diverse areas, aiming to advance fundamental understanding and translate discoveries to address real-world challenges. This integrated approach, connecting neuroscience with fields like law, business, and humanities, provides students with a comprehensive education relevant to numerous fields and prepares them to contribute to this dynamic field.
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