Dr. Adam Kimbrough

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Adam Kimbrough is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences at Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. His research focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying addiction and substance use disorders. Dr. Kimbrough received his PhD in Neuroscience from Florida State University, where he investigated flavor preference and aversion learning. He then worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the Scripps Research Institute, specializing in substance use disorders. At Purdue University, Dr. Kimbrough integrates behavioral neuroscience, neuropharmacology, and molecular techniques to explore the brain circuits that drive compulsive drug use. His laboratory aims to identify potential therapeutic targets at the brain region, neuron, and molecular levels. His research has been published in a variety of journals and heavily focuses on exploring alcohol use disorders and opioid use disorders, including the effects of oxycodone and fentanyl.

Research Interests

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.