Dr. David Berson
Professor and Chairman of Neuroscience at Brown University, notable for discovering intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs) containing melanopsin which play a crucial role in non-image-forming visual functions such as circadian photoentrainment and pupillary light reflex.
About
Dr. David Berson is a distinguished neuroscientist and professor currently serving as Chairman of Neuroscience at Brown University.
He is renowned for his groundbreaking discovery of intrinsically photosensitive melanopsin cells in the retina, which has significantly advanced understanding of how light influences circadian rhythms and other physiological processes.
His research bridges neurobiology and ophthalmology, impacting fields from sleep science to chronobiology.
Areas of Expertise
Recent Podcasts
Your Brain's Logic & Function | Dr. David Berson
Topic: Brain Function and Neuroscience
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