Dr. Seth Himelhoch

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Biography

Seth Himelhoch is the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience and the Lowell T. Coggeshall Professor at the University of Chicago. He specializes in various aspects of behavioral neuroscience, particularly the interaction between tobacco use and mental health. His research interests include the investigation of tobacco regulatory science and the efficacy of smoking cessation interventions among vulnerable populations such as people living with HIV. Himelhoch has contributed to several pivotal studies exploring nicotine marketing exposure and its effects on youth, as well as the utilization patterns of mental health services in Idaho. His work has been published in leading journals, including Cancer Prevention Research and Nicotine and Tobacco Research, where he addresses critical issues surrounding nicotine addiction and public health interventions. Himelhoch is committed to advancing knowledge in the field of behavioral neuroscience and applying findings to real-world public health challenges.

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Experience

Chair

— Present

Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Oversight of departmental activities, research initiatives, and academic programs.

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy