Center for Translational Cognitive Neuroscience

Geriatric Research Education Clinical Center, Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital

Boston University Alzheimer's Disease Center, Boston University School of Medicine



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Congratulations to CTCN Director Andrew Budson, M.D., recipient of the American Academy of Neurology's 2009 Research Award in Geriatric Neurology, in recognition of his outstanding achievements in geriatric neurology research!

CTCN Associate Director publishes study confirming benefits of combination therapy for Alzheimer's disease!

We would like to welcome the newest member of the CTCN, Dr. Alireza Atri, M.D., Ph.D.! To read more about Dr. Atri and his work, please see his profile on the members page.

Congratulations to Brandon Ally, Ph.D, recipient of the 2008 Massachusetts Neuropsychological Society Laird Cermak Award for his work in memory research!

We are currently hiring for several positions in the Center, including opportunities for neurologists, postdocs, and research assistants. Please contact us if you are interested in pursuing opportunities in this exciting field!

The Center for Translational Cognitive Neuroscience (CTCN) is located at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Administration Hospital in Bedford, Massachusetts, just northwest of Boston. The core mission of the Center is to:

    1. Use cognitive neuroscience research to improve the lives of individuals with cognitive and emotional brain disorders.
    2. Build bridges between cognitive neuroscience research and investigators using other research techniques.
    3. Educate clinicians and scientists in cognitive neuroscience and how it can be applied to brain disorders.

Click here for information about the history of the CTCN, including the Center Proposal.

 

Contact Information:
Bedford VA Hospital
Center for Translational Cognitive Neuroscience
GRECC, Bldg. 62, Rm B30
200 Springs Rd.
Bedford, MA 01730
tel (781) 687-3360
fax (781) 687-3366
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