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In the journey toward earning a Ph.D., one of the most significant milestones is conquering the qualifying exams. This grueling test of knowledge, dedication, and perseverance serves as a rite of passage, marking the transition from graduate student to full-fledged doctoral candidate – a significant step forward in the doctoral…
We are pleased to recognize Stephan Quintin (PhD Student), Sabrina Zequeira (PhD Student), and Joshua Juhasz (Neuron-Aging Student) as recipients of the Leighton E. Cluff Award for Aging Research. Established in 2002 through a collaborative effort between Leighton E. Cluff, the Geriatric Education Center in the College of Medicine, and the Center for Gerontological Studies…
By Michelle Jaffee (From left) Study authors Drs. Marcelo Febo, Habibeh Khoshbouei and Landon Min Lin. University of Florida neuroscientists have made a mechanistic discovery that paves the way to test immune-modulating medicines as a potential tool to break the cycle of methamphetamine addiction. In a new preclinical study,…
Each academic year, the College of Medicine awards the Exemplary Teacher honor to selected faculty who have demonstrated excellence in teaching. This year’s honorees include a wonderful representation of exemplary teachers from the Department of Neuroscience: Educardo Candelario-Jalil, Ph.D. Paramita Chakrabarty, Ph.D. Jeremy Flint, Ph.D. Habibeh Khoshbouei, Ph.D., Pharm.D. Nick Musselwhite,…
Dr. Mohdeh Faraji (Neuroscience Postdoc) was honored with a second place award for her work on “Aging alters distinct components of nucleus accumbens dopamine signals during decision making under risk of punishment.” Dr. Faraji presented her work on the McKnight Brain Research Foundations poster reception in San Diego in November…
Dr. Nancy Padilla is a standout scholar on the 2025 Rising Stars list from The Transmitter. Her work bridges cutting‑edge neuroscience research with a deep commitment to mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration. In her current lab, she delves into the neural circuitry underlying sensory integration and explores novel therapeutic avenues for neurodegenerative conditions. Beyond her research,…
Accelerated Payroll Please ensure all time is entered in advance for all upcoming payrolls. Due to the upcoming holidays, payroll will be accelerated through the end of the year. Health Insurance Benefits and Deductions Benefits changes made during open enrollment take effect January 1, 2026. Open enrollment ended October 31, 2025.
We are excited to share that Zachary Strickland has been awarded a $400 Graduate Student Council Professional Development Award to support his attendance at the 2025 Alzheimer’s Fast Track Workshop, hosted by the BrightFocus Foundation in San Diego, CA. This competitive workshop brings together emerging scholars and leading experts in the field, offering intensive…
Please join us in celebrating Dr. Adithya Gopinath’s well-deserved promotion from Postdoctoral Fellow to Research Assistant Scientist. This achievement reflects his exceptional dedication, impactful research, and continued contributions to our scientific community. We are excited to see his work continue to grow and look forward to all he will accomplish in this new…
We’re excited to share that Neuroscience Doctoral candidate, Tala Ortiz, has been awarded second place in UF’s Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition. Her compelling presentation, “mRNA Therapeutics for Treatment of C9orf72 ALS/FTD,” showcased the innovative and impactful research she is conducting under the mentorship of Dr. Laura Ranum. The 3MT Competition was developed…
