Neurobiology & Biophysics

Our research builds on our traditional strengths in the fields of neuroscience, physiology, and biophysics, and embraces new fields that reflect our diverse scientific pursuits

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NBIO is Hiring: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

The Department of Neurobiology & Biophysics (NBIO) is pleased to announce an opening for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

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NBIO Assistant Professor Astra Bryant Named a 2026 McKnight Scholar Award Recipient

We are proud to announce that NBIO Assistant Professor Astra Bryant has been awarded the prestigious McKnight Scholar Award.

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News & Events

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NBIO is Hiring: Tenure-Track Assistant ProfessorJuly 29, 2026
Professor Fred Rieke Awarded the Brian Boycott Prize in Retinal NeurobiologyJuly 9, 2026
Professor Emeritus Peter Benton Detwiler (April 17, 1944 – April 30, 2026)June 8, 2026

Upcoming Events

October 2026
NBIO Presents: James Bisley, PhD (UCLA)

October 15 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am 2026-2027 Seminar Series

Health Sciences G-328

Attention and decision making in the lateral intraparietal area: Two sides of the same coin? […]
NBIO Presents: Olivia Bermingham-McDonogh, Professor Emerita

October 22 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Health Sciences G-328

Highlights from research on mammalian cochlear development
November 2026
NBIO Presents: Arpiar Saunders, PhD (OHSU)

November 5 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am 2026-2027 Seminar Series

Health Sciences G-328

Molecular mechanisms governing AAV transduction of neuronal axons Our lab is broadly focused on understanding […]