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Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program

The interdisciplinary research programs of Yale neuroscience faculty are central to Yale's Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program (INP). This unique, broad-based training program is best described as a "department without walls," with the primary purpose of providing students with a maximum of diversity and depth in the most important areas of neuroscience research. The training program draws on the knowledge and expertise of more than 100 faculty members, representing 20+ departments in both the Faculty of Arts and Science and the School of Medicine, ranging from psychiatry to pharmacology, from cell biology to computer science. Although each faculty member has strong department affiliations, the INP Faculty functions as a cohesive and collaborative unit whose aim is to foster in graduate students an appreciation of and familiarity with the breadth of neuroscience and to create an environment in which students are encouraged to study problems from several perspectives.

The INP seeks to produce neuroscientists with both specialized knowledge and a broad-based understanding of the discipline. This is accomplished in part through a core curriculum which is designed to ensure a comprehensive understanding of modern neuroscience. Students complete at least two laboratory rotations in different areas of neuroscience. These basic requirements, in addition to bi-weekly journal clubs, a seminar series and an annual research retreat, expose students to the multi-disciplinary nature of the field in a highly interactive environment.

INP Mission Statement

The primary mission of Yale’s Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program (INP) is to prepare a new generation of neuroscientists to be forward-thinking leaders in academic research, education, government, industry, and society. Our graduate program draws on the knowledge and expertise of more than 120 faculty members, representing over 20 departments, ranging from psychiatry and pharmacology to cell biology and computer science. Our unique interdepartmental structure encourages students to pursue a breadth of interdisciplinary collaborations, while access to Yale’s state-of-the-art core facilities allows students to conduct groundbreaking, cutting-edge research.

Our program, which places a strong emphasis on community and mentorship, fosters a cohesive and supportive environment through student-organized journal clubs, seminars and one-on-one peer mentorship to promote long-term personal growth and professional development. The INP cultivates an inclusive environment free of harassment and espouses tolerance and accountability in the pursuit of exceptional science.

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