Research Academy

Fostering research and discovery among faculty & trainees

Faculty in the Department of Neurology have a longstanding history of conducting clinical, translational and basic science research. The Research Academy of the Department of Neurology (“RAD”) was established to create a formal structure for collaboration among investigators with a variety of expertise, thereby facilitating novel approaches to research questions and creating a unique, collaborative environment critical for successful research. An important function of the RAD is the fostering of research among early career investigators and trainees. As such, members of the RAD regularly provide critical feedback about developing, early-stage research proposals..

What we do

We meet on the first Tuesday of each month. Scheduled presenters are expected to make a 15-20-minute presentation. The remainder of the time is for questions, feedback, and guidance from members. Early faculty, submitting their first NIH grants, are encouraged to present specific aims and research strategy at meetings prior to submission. After a presentation, junior faculty or trainees may be paired with one or more Research Academy members to help guide their project/grant application. Existing members are encouraged to present works in progress or grant applications to obtain feedback from research academy members.

If you would like to present your work, contact:

Benjamin Greenberg, M.D. | Benjamin.greenberg@utsouthwestern.eduVikram Shakkottai, M.D. | Vikram.shakkottai@utsouthwestern.edu

Joining the academy

Membership in the Research Academy is based on having a history of significant achievement in neurologic research. This can be attained via basic science, translational or clinical research endeavors. Membership is reviewed annually, and new members are elected to the academy from existing members. After being nominated by an existing member, a nominee is considered based on published literature, history of grant funding, and recognition within their field of study. Members are required to attend at least 75% of the monthly meetings per year.

Current members & area of expertise