Dr. Richard Rushmore

Associate Professor

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Biography

Richard J. Rushmore III, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in Anatomy & Neurobiology. His current research focuses on the roles of cerebral subcortical brain regions and their connections with discrete cortical areas, aiming to uncover how neural activity influences specific behaviors. He is dedicated to understanding the brain's adaptability to injury and the mechanisms underpinning reversible deactivation of cortical areas. Dr. Rushmore has contributed significantly to the field through various funded projects, exploring neuroimaging techniques and studying brain development in autism. He has a proven track record as a mentor in Graduate Medical Sciences and has received several accolades for his teaching excellence, including the Stanley Robbins Award for Excellence in Teaching and recognition as Educator of the Year in Preclinical and Graduate Sciences at Boston University School of Medicine. His work includes collaborative research efforts funded by prestigious institutions, such as the NIH, focusing on various aspects of brain connectivity and function. With a commitment to advancing knowledge and educating future neuroscientists, Dr. Rushmore continues to lead innovative research initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine • Boston, MA

Teaching and mentoring graduate students, conducting research in anatomy and neurobiology.

Awards

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Stanley Robbins Award for Excellence in Teaching

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Educator of the Year, Preclinical Sciences

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Educator of the Year, Graduate Sciences

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

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