Professor Dr. Francisco Castellanos

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Biography

Francisco X. Castellanos, MD is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. His research primarily focuses on the neuronal substrates of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and related conditions, utilizing functional structural MRI and innovative methods to measure behavior and cognition. His scholarly work includes significant contributions to our understanding of ADHD and cognitive neuroscience, psychopharmacology, and genetics, aiming to deepen insights into the underlying mechanisms of these psychiatric conditions.

Research Interests

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Neuroscience Neuroimaging Cognitive Neuroscience Psychopharmacology Genetics

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Doctorate Program

Requirements

Prerequisites

Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Strong background in biological, chemical, physical, or mathematical sciences

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Online application
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Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

Open Program in Biomedical Sciences (Vilcek Institute) covers departments like Biochemistry, Pathology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, etc.