The Department of Anatomy at the University of Illinois College of Medicine is a center of excellence in the field of anatomical sciences and research. As a vital component of the UI College of Medicine Chicago, this department plays a pivotal role in advancing our understanding of human anatomy and related scientific disciplines. Our department’s research areas include neuroscience, neurodevelopment, neurodegeneration, blood brain barrier, synapses, demyelination, and sensory and motor systems.
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Aaron Johnson, PhD, Mayo Clinic, "CD8 T Cell Mediated Disruption of the Blood-Brain Barrier"
Mahmoud Pouladi, PhD, University of British Colombia
Bita Moghaddam, PhD, Oregon Health & Science University
Alex Kwan, PhD, Cornell University, " Making Synapses with Psychedelics"
Mumeko Tsuda, PhD, National Institute of Mental Health, “Contribution of Hippocampal Adult-Born Neurons to Social Behavior”
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The department is at the forefront of innovative research in the field of anatomy. Faculty members and researchers within the department are engaged in groundbreaking studies covering various aspects of human anatomy, from cellular and molecular to clinical and functional perspectives. Their work contributes to the advancement of medical knowledge and healthcare practices.