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Nomination Nathalie Ginovart
Nathalie Ginovart, a professor at the Faculty of Medicine, was appointed associate professor in 2015 and subsequently affiliated with the Department of Fundamental Neuroscience in 2020; she was promoted to full professor in February 2026.
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Nader Perroud: ADHD in Adults – Between Myths and Reality
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults is still the subject of many misconceptions, which contribute to stigma and often inadequate care for those affected. Long considered a disorder exclusive to children, it is now recognized as a persistent neurodevelopmental condition, whose symptoms—impulsivity, difficulties with emotional regulation, and attention deficits—evolve and change throughout life.
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A poorly “cleaned” brain increases the risk of psychosis
A team from UNIGE shows that early alterations in the brain's clearance system could contribute to vulnerability to psychosis.
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Synapsy Academy - 21 April 2026
Mapping the Functional Signature of Brain Disorders: From Neuroinflammation to Apathy
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The Mystery of Dreams
What are dreams for? What do they reveal about our brains and our experiences? At the intersection of neuroscience and psychiatry, the study of dreams explores the dialogue between brain activity and subjective experience, opening up new perspectives for understanding the origins of emotions, mental images, and nocturnal narratives, as well as their functions.
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Afternoon naps clear up the brain and improve learning ability
A study by the University Hospital of Freiburg, the HUG and the UNIGE shows how napping improves the brain's learning capacity.
