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Dr. Maureen Lacy is a Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago, specializing in adult psychiatry. Her primary research interest focuses on neurocognitive aspects of various neurological and psychiatric medical conditions, particularly those related to degenerative dementias including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease, and other forms of dementia. Dr. Lacy's clinical research encompasses assessing cognitive deficits related to increased intracranial pressure, such as in cases of hydrocephalus. Additionally, she investigates the cognitive outcomes in patients with epilepsy and explores the cognitive effects of traumatic brain injuries and autoimmune diseases. Dr. Lacy’s work is notable for addressing complex interactions between neurological disorders and psychiatric conditions, contributing significantly to understanding treatment outcomes for these patients.
Department of Philosophy