Behavioral Neuroscience
Exploring how the brain shapes behavior
Behavioral Neuroscience is where psychology meets biology. It is the study of how the brain drives behavior and how changes in neural systems influence the way we learn, eat, play and connect. At UB, you will not just read about these ideas. You will investigate them through hands-on, discovery-driven research.
Our faculty and students explore questions that sit at the center of mind and behavior. Current projects look at how:
- Taste influences decisions about what to eat and what to avoid
- Neural systems and hormones that shape social interactions such as play
- The brain changes after exposure to drugs of abuse
- Hearing shifts across the life span
You will gain experience with tools and methods that help scientists understand behavior from the ground up.
Mentorship from experts: You’ll work closely with faculty who are leaders in their fields and who bring you into the research process from day one.
Cutting-edge facilities: From advanced neuroscience techniques to complex behavioral tests, you’ll have access to the resources you need to pursue answers to big questions.
Collaborative research culture: Our faculty and students work across disciplines—connecting psychology with biology, medicine, and even computer science—to explore behavior from every angle.
If you’re fascinated by the brain’s role in behavior and want to turn that curiosity into real-world impact, UB’s Behavioral Neuroscience program is ready for you.