Dr. Linda Carpenter

Professor

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Biography

Linda Carpenter is a Professor at Brown University in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior. She obtained her MD from the University of Pennsylvania after completing her undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of Michigan. Dr. Carpenter's career has focused on her work as a physician-scientist investigating the neurobiology underlying mood and anxiety disorders, particularly emphasizing neuromodulation techniques. She has led a number of significant clinical trials and research programs funded by federal grants, examining treatments like esketamine and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Linda is also a prominent figure in the Butler Hospital TMS Clinic, where she directs research efforts in the Neuromodulation Research Facility. Her research includes the development of new brain stimulation therapies for medication-resistant depression and the exploration of biological correlates of these disorders. Over the years, she has received numerous awards for her contributions to psychiatry, including being recognized as a distinguished fellow in the American Psychiatric Association and receiving the Robert Westlake Award for Physician Excellence.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics