Student and Faculty Research
Neuroscience students have a variety of research opportunities available to them.
Students may choose to volunteer in faculty research labs, work as a paid research assistant, work as a summer research assistant, or enroll in independent research with a willing faculty mentor. Faculty labs are each unique in areas of interest and available opportunities vary.
Independent Study
Neuroscience majors wishing to pursue independent study, but who do not wish to write an honors thesis, should enroll in Independent Study (NSCI 0500; for non seniors) or Senior Research (NSCI 0700; seniors only) for one or more semesters.
Students wishing to enroll in NSCI 0500 or NSCI 0700, must have their topic approved in advance by the NSCI faculty member who will advise the project.
Research with Professors
Are you interested in doing research with a Neuroscience professor? If your answer is yes, applications will be accepted as follows:
Application to work in labs during Winter or Spring 2027
- Application opens: August 21, 2026
- Application closes: September 25, 2026
Application to work in labs during Summer or Fall 2027
- Application opens: January 4, 2027
- Application closes: February 8, 2027
Student Research Application
Please fill out this questionnaire. Gathered information is reviewed by faculty and if a spot opens in their lab, and you seem like a good fit they will email you. The goal of the online application is to increase equity and transparency. This application is intended for students who want to work in a Neuroscience research lab in any capacity: volunteer, paid research assistant, independent study project for credit, or thesis project.
Funding Your Research
Research projects are typically funded through a combination of faculty research grants and internal funds awarded to students. Learn more about research funding.