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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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Feb 18 2025

Alex Kwan, PhD, Cornell University, " Making Synapses with Psychedelics"

Tuesday, 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
1020 COMRB
Feb 25 2025

Mumeko Tsuda, PhD, National Institute of Mental Health, “Contribution of Hippocampal Adult-Born Neurons to Social Behavior”

Tuesday, 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
1020 COMRB
Mar 11 2025

Hugo Tejeda, PhD, National Institute of Mental Health, “Prefrontal Cortical Neuropeptidergic Control of Defenseive States and Circuit Function”

Tuesday, 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
1020 COMRB
Apr 1 2025

Thanos Tzounopoulos, PhD, University of Pittsburgh

Tuesday, 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
1020 COMRB
Apr 22 2025

Mayssa Mokalled, PhD, Washington University

Tuesday, 1:30 pm–2:30 pm
1020 COMRB
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Graduate students may enter the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology for Doctoral research from three graduate programs:

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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.

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