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Rebecca Shansky is a Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University's College of Science. Her research focuses on neural circuits between the medial prefrontal cortex and amygdala, emphasizing sex differences in fear processing and stress-related disorders like PTSD and MDD. She uses advanced techniques such as 3D confocal microscopy and behavioral pharmacology to study how ovarian hormones modulate brain function.
Key research areas include estrogen's role in dopamine regulation and trauma memory formation. Her work has been supported by NIH grants, including a 2017 collaboration with Dr. Matthew Hill on sex-specific stress mechanisms. She is affiliated with the Laboratory of Neuroanatomy and Behavior, advocating for inclusive preclinical research using both male and female animal models.
Shansky has engaged in high-profile initiatives, such as dialogues with the Dalai Lama on trauma recovery in African communities and public outreach through media interviews. Despite no listed scientific awards, her contributions are highlighted through frequent media features and academic collaborations.
