Mission

The mission of the Brain and Behavior Initiative (BBI) at the University of Maryland (UMD) is to revolutionize the interface between engineers and neuroscientists by generating novel tools and approaches to understand complex behaviors produced by the human brain.

Three broad themes highlight our existing strengths in brain and behavior research: neural circuits, learning & plasticity, motor control; sensation, perception, communication; and mental health. These research themes are complemented by faculty in the physical sciences, who integrate work across the spectrum of brain research by developing and refining tools.

Researchers Aim to Advance Understanding of Alzheimer's Disease Progression

UMD,FDA researchers work to develop a technique to quickly measure the amount of amyloid plaque in the brain More »

Deliberation Computation: The Data Behind Decision Making

New UMD research pioneers a computational model that quantifies decision making for mental health diagnosis and treatment. More »

The Mystery of Our Early Missing Memories

Childhood brain function and memory skills shape each other, UMD research finds. More »

DevSci Colloquium: Pamela Davis-Kean

January 21, 2021 12:15 p.m. Online presentation More»

BBI Virtual Seminar: Mark Latash

February 23, 2021 4:00 p.m. Online presentation More»

NACS Seminar: Ted Satterthwaite

February 26, 2021 10:15 a.m. Online presentation More»

BBI-Kavli Distinguished Speaker Series: Marina Picciotto

April 13, 2021 10:00 a.m. Online presentation More»