Mission

The purpose of the Brain and Behavior Institute (BBI) is to maximize existing strengths in neuroscience research, education, and training at the University of Maryland and to elevate campus neuroscience through innovative, multidisciplinary approaches that expand our research portfolio, develop novel tools and approaches, and advance the translation of basic science.

A centralized community of neuroscientists, engineers, computer scientists, mathematicians, physical scientists, cognitive scientists, and humanities scholars, we look to solve some of the most pressing problems related to nervous system function and disease.

Nikolas Francis on the Neurophysiology of Listening

New Brain and Behavior Institute and Department of Biology faculty hire brings wide-ranging expertise to collaborative neuroscience endeavors at UMD. More »

"Forward-Focused Coping" Supports Mental Health During Pandemic

UMD study shows looking to the future, rather than dwelling on trauma, helped older adults’ mental health. More »

Maryland Joins NSF-funded Effort to Help Set Nation's Direction for Engineering

The Engineering Research Visioning Alliance will convene engineering voices to identify opportunities and priorities for innovative research that benefits society. More »

BBI-Kavli Distinguished Speaker Series: Nenad Sestan

April 20, 2021 10:00 a.m. More»

DevSci Colloquium: David Purpura

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

NACS Seminar: Anne Fernald

April 23, 2021 10:15 a.m. Online presentation More»

Improving Access to Healthcare: A Collaborative Design Challenge

April 27, 2021 3:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Virtual More»