Neuroscience research at Wake Forest University spans a remarkable array of disciplines, where experts from fields as diverse as medicine, law, business, divinity, the social sciences, the humanities and the arts converge to deepen our understanding of the mind and brain. From pioneering studies in neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions to cutting-edge explorations in neuro-ethics and computational modeling, Wake Forest’s teacher-scholars collaborate across departments and schools to advance breakthroughs that shape both science and society. This unique, interdisciplinary approach allows our neuroscience community to explore the full interconnectedness of brain health, behavior, and human flourishing. Below is a sampling of schools, departments and programs that are collaborating to create a research network that will make Wake Forest a national hub for neuroscience innovation.
Schools & Departments
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- Wake Forest College and Graduate School of Arts and Sciences
- Department of Biology
- Department of Psychology
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Program
- Department of Philosophy
- Department of Physics
- Department of Theatre and Dance
- Department of Statistical Sciences
- Linguistics Program
- Department of Computer Science
- Department of Health and Exercise Science
- School of Divinity
- School of Law
- School of Business
Interdisciplinary Initiatives
- Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center
- Andrew Sabin Family Center for Environment and Sustainability
- Center for Artificial Intelligence Research
- Center for Bioethics, Health and Society
- Center for Molecular Signaling
- Clinical and Translational Science Institute
- Humanities Institute
- IMPROVment®
- Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity
- Neuroscience Clinical Trial and Innovation Center
- Translational Science Center
- Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine
- Wake the Arts Center