David H. Farb

Professor David H. Farb is affiliated with the Boston University School of Medicine, where he leads the Laboratory of Molecular Neurobiology. His research focuses on identifying pharmacological treatments for cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease, utilizing In Vivo Electrophysiology and molecular genetic technologies.

Education:

• Ph.D. from Brandeis University

Professor Farb investigates hippocampal systems involved in pattern separation (encoding) and pattern completion (retrieval), which underlie cognition in mammals. His work addresses deficits in these systems linked to schizophrenia, autism, Alzheimer’s Disease, and aging, aiming to develop safer cognitive enhancers like neuroactive steroids. The Laboratory of Molecular Neurobiology employs a multidisciplinary approach, combining electrophysiology with behavioral and molecular methods to advance therapies for nervous system disorders.