Anatomy & Neurobiology About Message from the Chair History Giving Jobs Grad Day Contact Us Seminars Anatomy & Neurobiology Seminar Series Progress in Neuroscience Seminar Series People Faculty Members Graduate Students Postdoctoral Scholars Education & Training Graduate Program Anatomy Academy Research Research Centers About Us Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology Home Research Anatomy & Neurobiology: Home Anatomy & Neurobiology: About Who We Are The UCI School of Medicine Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology began in 1968 and became a full academic department at the University in 1975. We are a hub of innovation and collaboration encompassing eight specialized research areas, each making significant contributions to advancing innovations in basic sciences. The Chair, Christine Gall, PhD, leads the department and includes over 35 full-time, joint appointment and emeritus faculty. Department History Welcome from the Chair Welcome to the UCI School of Medicine Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology. Our department is a hub of innovation and excellence, dedicated to empowering future researchers and academics while driving advancements in basic science. Chair's Message Meet Our Department We are committed to excellence and innovation in research and education. People Employment We're always looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Explore our current employment opportunities and be a part of our commitment to shaping the future of biomedical research. Join Our Team Invest in Discovery A gift to the Department of Anatomy & Neurobiology has the power to revolutionize biomedical research. Your contribution directly fuels cutting-edge research, fosters exceptional education and ultimately translates into groundbreaking advancements in basic science. Make a Gift Connect with Us Contact Us @AnatomyNeurobio Featured Publications Closed-loop electrical stimulation to prevent focal epilepsy progression and long-term memory impairment (Gelinas & Khodagholy Labs) Nature Neurosci, 2025 Microglia support both the singular form of LTP expressed by the lateral perforant path and episodic memory (Gall, Lynch & Piomelli Labs) J Neurosci, 2025 Immune checkpoint inhibition perturbs neuro-immune homeostasis and impairs cognitive function (Acharya Lab) J Exp Clin Cancer Res, 2025