Megan M Mahoney

Megan M Mahoney serves as Associate Professor across multiple departments at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, including Comparative Biosciences (where she directs Graduate Programs), Psychology, Neuroscience Program, and Nutritional Sciences, while also affiliating with the Center for Social & Behavioral Science.

Her PhD in Zoology was awarded on March 15, 2003.

Dr. Mahoney's research centers on circadian rhythms, sleep physiology, and reproduction, with specialized focus on sex differences and endocrine disruption. Her work bridges neuroscience, environmental toxicology, and women's health, particularly examining how chemicals like phthalates and imidacloprid impact hormonal regulation and sleep patterns in both rodent models and human populations.

Recent publications (2020-2025) demonstrate consistent investigation into endocrine disruptors' effects on reproductive behavior and sleep architecture, with strong emphasis on translational studies linking rodent models to menopausal women's health through the Midlife Women's Health Study cohort.

Scientific awards: No awards documented in source materials.

Advising and grants: Source materials indicate significant research output (44 publications) but provide no specifics regarding graduate student mentorship or funded projects.