Dr. Adriana Ferreira

Associate Professor

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Biography

Adriana B Ferreira is an Associate Professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Her research focuses on understanding the mechanisms underlying neurite degeneration and synapse loss in neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's Disease. Ferreira has extensive training in neuroscience, having completed her MD and PhD at the National University of Cordoba, Argentina. She has also undertaken various postdoctoral fellowships at prestigious institutions, including the University of Virginia and Brigham Women's Hospital at Harvard Medical School. Over the years, she has received multiple awards, such as the Young Investigator Award from the National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression. Ferreira is actively involved in professional society memberships and serves on several editorial boards. Her contributions to neuroscience have made significant impacts on the understanding of neurological disorders.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

1996-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine • Chicago, IL

Conducting research and teaching in the areas of neuroscience and developmental biology.

Awards

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Young Investigator Award

2001-01-01
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Young Investigator Award

1999-01-01
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Young Women Investigator

1998-01-01
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International Fellowship

1988-01-01
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National Fellowship

1983-01-01
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Special Mention (Top Class)

1982-01-01

Requirements for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics Calculus (single and multi-variable) Linear Algebra Differential Equations Statistics (Linear Regression, Hypothesis Testing) Vector Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Academic Statement
  • Personal Statement
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Administered by The Graduate School; focuses on Biomechanics, Imaging, Biomaterials, and Regenerative Medicine.