Opportunities for Neuroscience Graduate Studies

Exploring New Frontiers in Neuroscience! Expanding the Edge: Opportunities in Neuroscience Graduate Research was held on October 17, 2024 and brought together brilliant minds to discuss groundbreaking research, innovative approaches, and future opportunities in the dynamic field of neuroscience. It was a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration! Reference: UP Manila Facebook Page

PCHRD, NIH unveil Addiction Neuroscience Research Project at Society for Neuroscience Conference

The first addiction neuroscience research project, funded by the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Health Research and Development  (DOST-PCHRD) and implemented by the UP National Institutes of Health, was proudly presented at the 53rd Annual Neuroscience Conference by the Society for Neuroscience (SfN) in Washington, DC from November 11 to 16, …

Pioneer study on treatment for ‘rugby boys and girls’ in progress — UP

By: Luisa K. Cabato Scientists from the University of the Philippines (UP) are conducting a “first-of-its-kind multidisciplinary study” on the chemical, physical, and psychological effects of “rugby” on those who abuse its intended use. The study, called Novel Approaches to Treatment of Addiction and Depression using Animal Models, is a three-year research program headed by the …

DOST funds studies on treatment of addiction and depression in newly renovated UP NIH Animal Laboratory Facility

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) funded two behavioral studies for treating addiction and depression in the newly renovated animal laboratory facility at the National Institutes of Health, University of the Philippines (UP) Manila.  The facility was presented to DOST after a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 27, 2023.  DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum …