Dr. Mary Ann Raghanti
Anthropology
Professor and Chair
Campus:
麻豆影院
Contact Information
Email:
Phone:
330-672-9354
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Biography
Research Areas of Expertise
- Comparative neurobiology with an evolutionary perspective
- Neuromodulation of cognition
- Hormonal correlates of nonhuman primate behavior
- Neural mechanisms of social attachment
Profile
Dr. Raghanti is a biological anthropologist whose primary research focus is the evolution of the human brain. She serves as graduate faculty for the Department of Anthropology and School of Biomedical Sciences (Biological Anthropology and Neurosciences). Dr. Raghanti鈥檚 lab uses numerous histological, immunohistochemical, and stereological techniques to investigate potential neuroanatomical correlates of human-specific cognitive and behavioral specializations. Dr. Raghanti also collaborates with the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on projects involving the health and well-being of a diverse array of primate and nonprimate species.
Visit Dr. Raghanti's laboratory website.
Expertise
Biological Anthropology
Neuroanatomy
Brain Evolution
Neurotransmitters
Comparative Cognition
collaborative international research (Kyoto University & 麻豆影院 State)
Behavior
ecology of primates
scientific culture
Neuroanatomy
Brain Evolution
Neurotransmitters
Comparative Cognition
collaborative international research (Kyoto University & 麻豆影院 State)
Behavior
ecology of primates
scientific culture
Research Institutes and Initiatives
Brain Health Research Institute
Global Understanding Research Initiative