Neuroscience is the interdisciplinary science focused on understanding the brain and the nervous system. Neuroscientists apply their expertise in behavioral psychology, biochemistry, cognitive psychology, computer science, developmental biology, genetics, molecular biology, pharmacology, and/or physiology to answer questions about the brain, behavior, thought, memory, emotion, or neuropsychiatric disease.

The Neuroscience Interdepartmental Major at Earlham offers students interested in both Psychology and Biology the opportunity to combine those interests. Neuroscience majors could pursue studies in medicine, other health professions, veterinary medicine or graduate study in cellular, molecular, behavioral or systems neuroscience.

The required courses for the major introduce students to the fundamentals of Biology and Psychology, followed by exploration of special topics in advanced courses chosen to best serve student interest.

The Capstone Experience is the completion of an original research project on a topic that integrates Psychology and Biology. Students acquire an understanding of the principles of scientific research and critical thinking applicable to all sciences.