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Amelia J. Eisch, PhD
Investigator
Dr. Eisch is a neuroscientist interested in how molecular, cellular, and circuit changes—particularly in the limbic system—influence motivated behavior and cognition. She is specifically interested in how neuroplasticity in the hippocampal dentate gyrus contributes to both normal and pathological function with relevance to depression and addiction.
Education and Training
BA, Yale University (Psychology), 1990
PhD, University of California, Irvine (Biology/Neuroscience), 1997
Fellowship, Yale University School of Medicine, 2000
Titles and Academic Titles
Investigator
Professor of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
Professional Memberships
Society for Neuroscience, 1991-
International Society of Neurochemistry, 2012-
Radiation Research Society, 2013-
International College of Neuropsychopharmacology, 2015-
Professional Awards
Kavli Frontiers of Science Fellow, National Academy of Sciences, 2010
Inaugural Seymour Benzer Lectureship, National Academy of Sciences, 2011
Distinguished Mentor Award, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Biomedical Postdoctoral Programs, 2019
Publication Highlights
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