Spotlight Science: Neuroscience

Come meet University of Minnesota researchers who study the brain’s amazing ability to keep your whole body running and functioning. Hear from a variety of scientists who study invasive and noninvasive ways to help people who have experienced different ailments of the brain.

Visitors will see human brain specimens on display, travel through the brain with a neuroscientist, and match 3D printed animal brains to their skulls. Neuroscience graduate students will share activities throughout the building, and Growing Brains Outreach will lead everyone through discoveries on neuroplasticity.

All activities are free with gallery admission.

Partners:

MnDRIVE, Brain Conditions
Growing Brains Outreach – College of Education and Human Development, Institute of Child Development
University of Minnesota Graduate Program in Neuroscience