BBS Stories
Stories of the People and Contributions that Define Us
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New PhD Concentration Prepares Clinicians to Advance Mental Health Care
The School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at UT Dallas will launch a new doctoral program concentration in clinical psychological science — the first at the University to offer graduate-level…
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Student Body President Giana Abraham Excels in Research and Campus Leadership
From conducting research in neuroscience labs to leading student government meetings and volunteering with the UT Dallas 9-1-1 first-responders team, Giana Abraham has become an integral part of the Comet…
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Celebrating Our Newly Promoted Faculty
Congratulations to our School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences faculty who earned promotions this semester! Their dedication to teaching, research, and service continues to strengthen our school and inspire our…
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BBS Dean: Kicking Off Fall 2025 Together
Dear BBS Comets, Welcome to a brand-new semester! Whether you’re returning or just joining us, know that the entire School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences community is in your corner.…
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UT Dallas School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences Ranks #1 in Texas, #3 Nationally for NIH Funding
The University of Texas at Dallas School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS) has achieved a historic milestone, earning the #1 ranking in Texas and #3 in the United States in the 2024 Blue Ridge…
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UT Dallas Hosts Visual Installation of National Migraine Awareness Movement
UTD Comets raised their voices this June in observance of Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. Students from the UT Dallas School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences and researchers with the…
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Professor Honored for Advancing Intraoperative Neurophysiological Monitoring
The American Society of Neurophysiological Monitoring (ASNM) recognized a UT Dallas faculty member for his significant contributions to the field of intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM). Dr. Faisal Jahangiri, a Doctor…
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Greg Dussor: Pharmacology Scholar at the Forefront of Migraine Research
Dr. Greg Dussor, an internationally recognized expert in migraine research, focuses on uncovering the mechanisms behind migraine pain and identifying potential therapeutic targets. As a core faculty member of the…
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Raising Future Speech Pathologists While Filling Gaps in Knowledge
After 20 years in clinical practice, Dr. Adrianna Shembel transitioned from a career as a licensed speech-language pathologist to an academic research. Her aim is to improve understanding of functional…
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Kendra Seaman: Discovering the Science Behind Aging and Cognition
For the past 18 years, Dr. Kendra Seaman has sought scientific answers to questions about aging and decision-making. How do our choices change as we grow older? How can we…
