Eric Nestler

Eric Nestler

2 books

About the Author

Eric Nestler, MD, PhD, is a distinguished neuroscientist and psychiatrist renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to understanding the molecular underpinnings of neuropsychiatric disorders. As the Nash Professor and Chair of Neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, he has dedicated his career to unraveling the complex interplay between genetics, neurobiology, and behavior in conditions such as addiction, depression, and schizophrenia. Nestler's research has profoundly influenced clinical neuroscience, bridging basic science with therapeutic innovation. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and has received numerous accolades, including the Pasarow Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Medical Science. Through his seminal textbook, Molecular Neuropharmacology: A Foundation for Clinical Neuroscience, Second Edition, Nestler continues to educate and inspire the next generation of researchers and clinicians in the field.

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Books by Eric Nestler