The Systems and Behavioral Neuroscience group includes students and faculty from diverse fields whose fundamental goal is to understand the biological basis of behavior. This multidisciplinary group ...

Social hierarchies are everywhere—think of high school dramas, where the athletes are portrayed as the most popular, or large ...

In a groundbreaking study using Merino sheep, researchers uncovered that tiny genetic variations within gut microbes can ...

In the wake of the pandemic, rates of depression and anxiety among young people have risen, leading to a mental health crisis in our schools and more disruptive classroom behavior. Based on current ...

Welcome to the Ph.D. program in behavioral neuroscience with the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at the University of Delaware. We offer a vibrant learning environment for motivated ...

The concept of prosocial behavior encompasses actions that promote the well-being of others, often motivated by emotional ...

In a study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, the scientists say they’ve demonstrated that close friendships create ...

Change your Brain. Change the Game. Dr. Sydney Ceruto analyzes the psychological and neurological factors behind the Alexander brothers’ alleged predatory behavior. Miami’s transactional culture, ...

What makes us think the way we do? How do our brains influence our behavior and vice versa? You can help answer these questions and more when you study the neurobiology of behavior. Discover the ...