Neuroscience

Neuroscience Student Opportunities

Internships
Recent internships for Neuroscience students include:

  • Case Western Reserve University Pharmacology program
  • University of Cincinnati Cell & Molecular Physiology program

Research
Undergraduate research is a major component of the science program at Muskingum University. Neuroscience majors have recently performed research with Dr. Brian Bergstrom studying brain neurochemistry, specifically performing research using drugs of abuse, animal models of Parkinson's Disease, and pharmacological alteration of the dopamine neurons utilizing a cutting-edge research technique.

Honoraries
Qualified Neuroscience students may join the Muskingum University chapter of Beta Beta Beta (Tri-Beta, Upsilon Nu chapter), an international organization dedicated to improving the understanding and appreciation of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research. Since its founding in 1922, more than 175,000 people have been accepted into lifetime membership, and more than 430 chapters have been established throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.

Professional Activities
Faculty members take several students each year to the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience. This international gathering typically draws approximately 30,000 attendants each year. (Photo at rightt: Dr. Normansell at recent conference in New Orleans, with MU Neuroscience alumni).)

After Graduation

Career Possibilities for Neuroscience Majors:
Physician
Scientist (industrial)
College Professor
University Research Professor
Pharmaceutical Sales
Psychiatry
Optometry
Dentistry

Recent Neuroscience graduates have enrolled in the following advance degree programs:
Graduate Schools

The Ohio State University
Case Western University
Indiana University
University of South Florida
West Virginia University
University of Texas
University of Cincinnati

Medical Schools
Medical College of Ohio
The Ohio State University
Case Western Reserve University
University of Cincinnati
West Virginia University

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