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News

Valeria Cavalli receives Jaubert Award from the University of Geneva

Valeria Cavalli receives Jaubert Award from the University of Geneva

April 15, 2026
Valeria Cavalli, PhD, was honored at the Geneva Chemistry & Biochemistry Days in January 2026, where she received the Jaubert Award for her contributions to understanding the molecular basis for neuronal regeneration. The Jaubert award is given every two years and recognizes the work of alumni of the University of Geneva, where Cavalli graduated from […]
Karen O’Malley recognized as AAAS Fellow

Karen O’Malley recognized as AAAS Fellow

April 13, 2026
Professor of neuroscience Karen O’Malley, PhD, has been named a 2025 Honorary Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). This incredible honor recognizes O’Malley’s overall contributions to the scientific community and the impact of her research on science as a whole. “I was surprised and honored when I learned that I […]
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Events

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Seminar series

Each year, the Department of Neuroscience hosts dozens of scientists from around the world to present their cutting-edge research.

The “Super Blue Moon” rises in the night sky over the Neuroscience Research Building and downtown St. Louis skyline.

Department of Neuroscience Distinguished Lecture

The Department of Neuroscience Distinguished Lecture invites a prominent scientist to WashU Medicine.

McDonnell Medical Sciences Building

Department seminar series

The department’s weekly seminar series invites speakers to give a one-hour talk, followed by a Q&A session with attendees. Most of these are hybrid in-person/virtual events.

Dr. Mildred Trotter photo with image of Washington University shield on red background

Mildred Trotter Lecture

The Mildred Trotter Lecture invites accomplished women scientists to share their work. The distinguished event honors Mildred Trotter, PhD, who was a member of WashU Medicine for more than 55 years.

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Office of Neuroscience Research (ONR)

The Office of Neuroscience Research represents all of neuroscience at WashU from various departments across the Medical and Danforth campuses. The ONR maintains a full list of neuroscience events. See ONR calendar.

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