Timothy Benke

Dr. Timothy Benke is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics-Neurology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine. He serves as Director of Research for the Neurosciences Institute and holds the Ponzio Family Chair in Pediatric Neurology Research.

• Education: MD (1995) and PhD (1994) from Baylor College of Medicine, MS (1989) from Rice University, BS (1986) from Vanderbilt University
• Professional Affiliations: American Epilepsy Society, Society for Neuroscience, Child Neurology Society, Editorial Board of Neuorpharmacology

Dr. Benke’s research focuses on synaptic function in neurogenetic disorders, particularly Rett Syndrome, CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder, and GRIN-related disorders. His work explores synaptic changes during learning, memory, and development, as well as seizure mechanisms in these conditions.

Recent publications (2024–2023) emphasize clinical trials for Rett and CDKL5 disorders, genotype-phenotype correlations, psychometric assessments, and synaptic plasticity studies using animal models. Key journals include Genes (Basel), Epilepsia, and Pediatric Neurology.

• Scientific Awards: Ponzio Family Chair in Pediatric Neurology Research
• Professional Memberships: American Epilepsy Society, Society for Neuroscience, Child Neurology Society

Dr. Benke practices at Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, specializing in child neurology, epilepsy, neurogenetic conditions, and developmental disorders like Rett and CDKL5 syndromes.