Anatomy & Neurobiology
The Anatomy & Neurobiology (A&N) Concentration is located on the SIU campus in Carbondale. Our faculty investigate a broad variety of research areas, offering opportunities for advanced training in human anatomy, histology, cell biology, neuroscience and neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology, including neurophysiology of behavior. A MS or PhD degree from the A&N Concentration prepares students for careers in education, academic or health industry research, or for further education in a health professional program.
| Research mentors | Research area |
|---|---|
| Joseph Cheatwood, PhD | Investigates potential therapeutics to induce recovery of function after brain injuries resulting from stroke, cancer, and other conditions. |
| Ebru Demir, M.Sc., PhD | Investigates the neural systems that support social reinforcement and social decision-making, both of which are vital for neuroprotection. |
| Duda Kvitsiani, PhD | Understanding the computations performed by neural circuits that support animal decision-making. |
| Cheng Shu Li, PhD | Investigates central process of gustatory information using both extracellular recordings and patch clamping techniques. |
| Amber Pond, PhD | Researches skeletal muscle physiology and biochemistry, focusing on the mechanisms contributing to skeletal muscle atrophy. |
| Diana Sarko, PhD | Systems neuroscience including sensory processing and plasticity; multisensory integration; perception; behavior; and comparative neurobiology. |
| Keith Sudheimer, PhD | The neurobiology of stress and emotion. |