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Charles J Heckman is a Professor and Associate Chair for Research in the Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. His work bridges neuroscience and rehabilitation sciences, focusing on neural mechanisms underlying movement and recovery. He is affiliated with the Northwestern University Institute of Neuroscience (NUIN) and the Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS).
Research Interests: His research aligns with the department's emphasis on understanding neural function and dysfunction across molecular, cellular, and behavioral levels, employing interdisciplinary approaches like electrophysiology and computational analysis.
Collaborations & Institutes: The department collaborates with centers such as the Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment, Center for Translational Pain Research, and the Conte Center, fostering innovative neuroscience research.
Labs & Training: The Behavioral Phenotyping Core and partnerships with the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab support studies on motor control, pain, and neurodegenerative diseases. Training programs span graduate, postdoctoral, and undergraduate research opportunities, emphasizing interdisciplinary education.
