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Unraveling the Mysteries of the Brain
Our Mission
Our mission is to understand the brain and to apply that knowledge to improve human health and well-being. To accomplish these goals, we study the brain at many levels, across multiple disciplines, and we collaborate with academic, clinical, and industry partners around the world to challenge and probe the unknown.
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Harnessing the power of placebo for pain relief
McGovern researchers are investigating the neural circuits that underlie placebos’ ability to relieve chronic and acute pain.
Josh McDermott
Josh McDermott operates at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and engineering to study how people hear and interpret sound.
Our Researchers
Our faculty consists of leading researchers with cutting-edge expertise and complementary approaches to understanding the brain.
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