Neurodevelopment Research Symposium
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We foster collaboration among Virginia Tech scientists and enhance the education and training of early-stage trainees.
We strive for a national presence in neurodevelopmental research.
We leverage the strength of our scientists who research spans regulation of gene expression through human translational in health and disease.
Our goals are to better understand brain development and implement early intervention strategies for those with neurodevelopment disorders.
Topics from previous symposium
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The impact of environment and genetics on brain development
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Connectivity in the Developing Brain
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