Research from the molecular level to human behaviour

Our Institute of Neuroscience and Psychology works to understand behaviour at multiple levels of function, from systems to cells. We integrate cutting edge research from the molecular level to human behaviour, with a strong backbone of cell signaling, stem cells, brain imaging and formal modeling, particularly in the dynamics of information processing in cortical networks.

Our broad spectrum of interdisciplinary research includes:

• molecular pharmacology and cell signaling systems
• mental diseases such as schizophrenia and depression
• sensory and motor networks
• spinal cord injury
• chronic pain
• sleep research

We also have cutting-edge expertise in:

• stroke, including animal models, acute clinical studies, neuroimaging and regenerative therapies
• clinical neuropsychology
• cognitive neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG, MEG and TMS)
• models of cortical information processing of cognitive functions
• brain-computer interactions
• social interactions

Our dynamic research atmosphere receives major funding from UK research councils (ESRC, BBSRC, EPSRC, MRC) and charities (the Wellcome Trust), with a translational excellence that attracts funding from industry.