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RESOURCES GIVEN BY: RICE Psychology Department , UT Neuroscience department, UMICH neuroscience program, BAYLOR College of Medicine, Neuroscience Department at WISC
Recommended by Dr. Jon Flynn at RICE university
BrainSTEM is an educational outreach initiative developed at Rice University that provides free neuroscience lesson plans, educational videos, and classroom activities for middle and high school students. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning and has been used in K–12 classrooms in the Houston area
Recommended by Howard Mackenzie A. at UT Austin
The book is The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales by Oliver Sacks. It's considered a classic in neuroscience and psychology because it presents real neurological cases in a way that's understandable and engaging. The book covers conditions such as visual agnosia, Tourette syndrome, amnesia, autism, and other fascinating disorders through patient stories rather than technical research papers
Phantoms in the Brain explores fascinating neurological disorders and what they reveal about how the human brain works. Through real patient cases and scientific discoveries, the book introduces readers to key concepts in neuroscience in an engaging and accessible way. Recommended by Howard Mackenzie A. at UT Austin
Explore the role of genetic counselors, learn about educational requirements, discover accredited training programs, and gain insight into career opportunities in genetics and genomic medicine.
Recommended by - Brumback, Audrey C at UT Austin
Recommended by Stephanie Preston at UMICH
Presto's Lab is an educational neuroscience YouTube channel that features engaging videos on the brain, behavior, and cognitive science. Its content helps middle school, high school, and college students explore neuroscience concepts through clear explanations, visual demonstrations, and real-world examples that make complex topics easier to understand.
U.S.-based nonprofit organization that works to increase opportunities for students—especially those from under-resourced and underserved communities—to pursue careers in neuroscience, neurology, and related fields. Its goal is to build a more inclusive neuroscience community because greater diversity can lead to stronger scientific discoveries and improved health outcomes.
Recommended by - Brumback, Audrey C at UT Austin
A hands-on undergraduate program that provides research, leadership, and community health experiences through mentorship, faculty-guided projects, and experiential learning. Students collaborate with researchers and health professionals while developing skills in public health, innovation, and health care leadership
Recommended by - Brumback, Audrey C at UT Austin
An interdisciplinary neuroscience and biology research institute that investigates behavioral plasticity, genetics, neurobiology, and environmental adaptation. The institute brings together researchers from multiple universities to advance scientific discovery while providing research training, faculty collaboration, and educational opportunities for students.
Recommended by - Gabbiani, Fabrizio at Baylor College of Medicine
This article explores emerging ethical and legal concerns surrounding brain technologies, including the protection of mental privacy, personal identity, and human rights as neuroscience continues to advance.
