
ND NEURO ROUNDS
A Bi-Weekly Cutting-Edge Research Review Clinic
DISCOVER THE SCIENCE. DECONSTRUCT THE DATA. MEET ND NEUROSCIENTISTS
Join Notre Dame’s premier neuroscience research forum. ND Neuro Rounds brings together faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates to collaboratively analyze the most groundbreaking, high-impact neuroscience publications in real time. Whether you are a seasoned investigator or an undergraduate looking to build foundational research skills, ND Neuro Rounds offers a unique seat at the scientific table.
EVENT DETAILS
- When: Wednesdays, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM (Bi-weekly, Fall 2026, Starting 9/16/2026)
- Where: DeBartolo Hall - see the calendar below for room numbers
- Hosted By: ND Neuro Research Labs (Featuring rotations of Professors, Postdocs, Staff, and Graduate Student presenters)
WHAT TO EXPECT
- No Homework Required: Presenters assume the audience hasn’t read the paper.
- Data-First Focus: We jump straight into the figures before unpacking the conclusions.
- Interactive Dissection: At least 50% of every session is dedicated to open, live communitydiscussion.
- Zero Barrier to Entry: Built-in "Critique Pauses" ensure everyone can follow along and jumpinto the conversation.
WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND
- Undergraduates: Learn how world-class scientists evaluate data. Keep a "Critique Log," askclarifying questions, and gain firsthand experience in critical literature analysis.
- Graduate Students: Focus on experimental mechanics, methodology, and technicallimitations while refining your analytical toolkit.
- Faculty & Postdocs: Challenge experimental design, model rigorous scientific critique, andmentor the next generation of researchers.
- Trainees Lead the Way: Undergrads and graduate trainees are invited to kick off the Q&A session—the first questions of every session belong to you!
CALENDAR
- 9/16/26 - Dr. Smith's Lab - Room 140 DeBartolo Hall
- 9/30/26 - Dr. Rosenbaum's Lab - Room 138 DeBartolo Hall
- 10/14/26 - Dr. Hyde's Lab - Room - Room 138 DeBartolo Hall
- 10/28/26 - Dr. Del Valle's Lab - Room 140 DeBartolo Hall
- 11/11/26 - Dr. Adams' Lab - Room 140 DeBartolo Hall
- 12/9/26 - Dr. Klatt Shaw's Lab - Room 140 DeBartolo Hall
Originally published at neuroscienceandbehavior.nd.edu.