Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience - Computational, Neurorehabilitation and Neuroimaging

Neuroscience is the study of the structure and function of the brain and nervous system and is currently one of the fastest growing areas in science education and research. There is an incredible demand for professionals with a neuroscience background across a wide spectrum of professions, ranging from medicine and research to business and law. The neuroscience PhD program is designed with interdisciplinary research training and curriculum to prepare students for doctoral level interdisciplinary career opportunities in the growing arena of neuroscience research and industry. The neuroscience program is designed to provide students with research training and didactic course work that includes a broad foundation in neuroscience that can then be complemented with specialized courses within subfields. This doctoral program brings together faculty from biological sciences, biomedical engineering, biomedical sciences, physical therapy-exercise science, computational mathematical statistical science, philosophy, and psychology.

Acquire the foundational background in computational modeling, neurorehabilitation and neuroimaging neuroscience, Study brain function in terms of the information processing properties of the structures that make up the nervous system. Areas of focus include: Statistical models for magnetic resonance imaging, Computational models of gene regulatory networks, Predictive models of neurophysiological processes and clinical outcomes, Human visuomotor processing, Functional neuroimaging, Brain structural and functional connectivity, Spinal cord imaging and human motor control, Neural and neurodevelopmental disorders, Neurodegenerative diseases, Rehabilitative strategies

Copies of all college/university transcripts except Marquette. Statement of purpose outlining relevant education or work experience, career goals, possible areas of interest, and reasons for seeking admission to this program Provide three letters of recommendation that give evidence of the applicant's scholarly promise. For international applicants only: TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency Resume/CV An IELTS total score of 6.5 or higher will be required for admission. TOEFL score of at least 213 on the computer-based version or 80 on the internet-based version (a minimum of 20 on each section). The minimum acceptable undergraduate (or graduate, where applicable) GPA is 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.