Mission Statement
The Neuroscience iRDA cluster is dedicated to advancing our understanding of the nervous system by fostering multidisciplinary research across the full spectrum of neuroscience from basic neuronal function to behavior, cognition, and neurological or psychiatric disorders. As one of the fastest growing scientific fields, neuroscience demands collaborative teams with broad disciplinary expertise to address the complexity of brain function and its impact on behavior. UNLV is rapidly emerging as a hub for neuroscience excellence, and our mission is to build on this institutional strength by uniting researchers across diverse disciplines to spark new research directions and advance transformative projects that deepen our understanding of the brain.
For more information on the Neuroscience iRDA cluster, contact neuroirda@unlv.edu.
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Focal Areas
- Strengthening the Emerging Neuroscience Ecosystem: Provide opportunities for researchers to meet and connect their expertise for the development of new interdisciplinary projects.
- Broadening Participation: Support neuroscience training grant and/or team research applications to build and enhance neuroscience research opportunities for UNLV students and increase faculty research productivity.
Project Highlight
The inaugural 2025 Neuroscience Research Showcase brings together the emerging interdisciplinary neuroscience community at UNLV to share ongoing research through poster and oral presentations, identify and meet collaborators, and connect with fellow researchers.