Loyola University Chicago Health Systems Neuroscience Graduate Program provides a rich, stimulating, and one-on-one supportive research atmospherethat enable students to appreciate the whole spectrum of neuroscience research, from the molecular to the behavioral.

• Will demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of modern neuroscience, including the neurochemistry and molecular biology of neurons and glia and the basic neurobiology of behavior

• Will demonstrate the ability to critically understand and evaluate the scientific literature

• Will demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental skills of experimental research

• Will contribute to the design and implementation of an research project

• Will demonstrate competent interpersonal skills required for communicating scientific research findings

• Will demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of scientific ethics and the importance of ethical behavior in science.