From viral gene-delivery to deep brain stimulation, neurotechnologies promise to change the landscape for people with brain conditions, to treat addiction and more. Join us for a conversation about the future of these new approaches. The panelists include Daniel Schmidt, an assistant professor in the University's Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development; David Darrow, U of M neurosurgery resident and MnDRIVE Neuromodulation Fellow; and Mark Thomas, an associate professor in the University's Department of Neuroscience and interim director of the University of Minnesota Center for Addiction Neuroscience.
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Location: Camp Bar, downtown St. Paul. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Program starts at 7 p.m. Music and trivia precede the program. Beverages available for purchase.
The Petri Dish explores how biology affects our lives and what it means for our future. No PowerPoints. Just music, trivia and lots of lively, curiosity-driven conversations on timely topics with University of Minnesota experts. The event is co-sponsored by the Bell Museum of Natural History and the Office for the Vice President of Research.