Andrew Hires

Andrew Hires at the Department of Neurobiology, University of Southern California is announcing a new PhD program in neuroscience and recruiting the first cohort. The program focuses on questions in neuroscience and neurobiology , including how animals learn, remember, and choose actions; how synapses transmit and stabilize signals; how neural circuits are built, fail in disease, and can be repaired; and how the brain converts sensation into action. Research spans scales from single synapses to whole-brain networks and uses molecular , genetic , physiological , imaging , computational , and behavioral approaches across model systems. Funding is described as full funding , including tuition, a $43,000 annual stipend , and health insurance . Students will join a small cohort with direct faculty mentorship and complete lab rotations across three faculty labs before selecting a thesis lab. Eligibility highlights mentioned in the post: PhD applicants in neuroscience; GRE optional ; application fee waivers available based on demonstrated need. The post does not mention other entry requirements. Deadline: December 1, 2026. How to apply: Review the lab and graduate program pages, then apply through the USC Neurobiology graduate studies portal. Use the application link provided in the post.