BHI is at the forefront of innovative brain research, addressing critical areas such as neurodevelopment, neurodegeneration, and mental health.
Brain Health Institute
With 300+ laboratories, 33 departments, and 14 schools, Rutgers Brain Health Institute has one of the highest concentrations of neuroscience labs in the world.
Pioneering Neuroscience Through Research and Real-World Solutions
Discover how the Rutgers Brain Health Institute leads the way in neuroscience research, collaboration, and education. Explore our groundbreaking work, from advancing scientific knowledge to shaping future leaders and driving global health impact. Each of our focus areas plays a vital role in transforming patient care and pushing the boundaries of brain science.
Our centers bring together leading scientists, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in addiction research, autism, and more.
BHI nurtures the next generation of neuroscientists through robust funding, mentorship, and training opportunities.
Our discoveries influence global health initiatives while transforming patient care within the New Jersey community.
Who We Are: Pioneers in Neuroscience and Patient Care
At Rutgers Brain Health Institute, we lead cutting-edge research to uncover the mysteries of the brain and improve lives. Our scientists collaborate across disciplines to find solutions for complex neurological and mental health challenges, while our clinical partnerships ensure that our discoveries make a real-world impact on patient care. Join us in pushing the boundaries of neuroscience.
Registration Opens for the 2025 Eleventh Annual BHI Symposium
The 2025 Eleventh Annual Rutgers Brain Health Institute (BHI) Symposium will be held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the Busch Student Center in Piscataway, NJ. Highlights include a keynote lecture by Moses V. Chao, PhD, talks by BHI faculty on their cutting-edge research programs, two-minute flash talks by trainees, an update on the federal funding landscape from Lewis Burke group, a Brain Art Exhibition, and a trainee poster session. Registration is now open, with an early registration deadline of November 1, 2025.
Research Highlights and News
Stay updated on the latest discoveries and initiatives from BHI. Explore breakthroughs, upcoming events, and key insights from our experts as we continue to advance brain health research.
Newsletter
In September, we highlighted the RARC Fall Symposium, the NJACE & RUCARES Conference, and the JFWG NIH Grant Writing Workshop. We also welcomed Dr. Morgan Firestein to BHI and celebrated new awards and grants earned by our faculty and trainees. Stay up to date with our latest faculty achievements, upcoming events, activities, opportunities, and more!
Addiction
We launched a new educational content aimed at helping the lay public better understand key topics in brain health and neuroscience. Our first topic is on fentanyl, as it is one of the most searched words in the field of substance use disorders. We are inviting faculty at the BHI to share insights from clinical, research, and policy perspectives.
Seminars
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Michael J. Frank, Edgar L. Marston Professor of Cognitive, Linguistic, and Psychological Sciences and Director of the Carney Center for Computational Brain Science at Brown University, as our distinguished plenary speaker for the Brain Health Institute Plenary Seminar Series. This event, scheduled for Thursday, November 6, promises to spark innovative dialogues at the intersection of computational neuroscience, decision-making, and basal ganglia circuits—key to understanding motivated behaviors and disorders like Parkinson’s disease.
Explore BHI Articles & News
Discover timely stories on brain science, clinical innovation, and community impact—curated by Rutgers BHI
Join Us in Advancing Brain Health
Become part of our mission to revolutionize neuroscience. Whether you’re a researcher, clinician, or supporter, your involvement can help shape the future of brain health. Explore opportunities to collaborate, donate, or engage with our cutting-edge initiatives today.
