Loyola University Chicago
Grant Information
$142,971
Amount
2022
Year Awarded
Dana NextGen
Program
A Foundation planning grant for a potential Dana Center for Neuroscience & Society was awarded to Loyola University Chicago. The proposed Center focused on a neuroethics-fueled approach to increasing interest in neuroscience research careers among underrepresented high school and middle school students, the development of novel ethics-enhanced master’s programs in neuroscience, a unique neuroethics competition, and integrating neuroscience research with the humanities, social equity, and community engagement. The planning grant team assembled a group of faculty from multiple schools at Loyola Chicago (Education, Business, Medicine, Communication, Law) and disciplines (Fine Arts, Philosophy, Computer Science).
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To ensure a positive future, we must better connect neuroscience to the needs of society. We must strive to make the field more inclusive and collaborative. By opening the field up to diverse perspectives, working in closer partnership with other disciplines, and deepening our engagement with the general public, neuroscience can contribute to the flourishing of everyone.