Georgetown Institute for Cognitive and Computational Sciences
Abstract
The Georgetown Institute for Cognitive and Computational Sciences (GICCS) is a neuroscience research institute whose mission is to elucidate mechanisms of neurological function and dysfunction through interactive collaborative efforts among scientists using multidisciplinary investigative strategies. A cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense provided a component of the initial support required to establish GICCS. One goal was to provide seed funding to establish a variety of multidisciplinary laboratory programs, helping investigators to establish research laboratories and develop independently funded research programs in targeted areas. These efforts have been remarkably successful, both in terms of additional external funding and publication track record. As our investigators have become independently supported, we have used the DoD funds to expand some of our more successful programs and to provide support for new junior investigators. Increased emphasis on central nervous system injuries (e.g., brain trauma, Alzheimer's disease, spinal cord injury) has included studies relating to basic mechanisms (molecular/cellular) of cell death, nervous system plasticity, drug discovery (neuroprotection/cognitive enhancement), computational neuroscience/structural biology, and clinical studies related to cognition and Alzheimer's disease.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2001
- Accession Number
- ADA394142
Entities
People
- Alan I. Faden
Organizations
- Georgetown University