Testimonials
"..cutting-edge research using the newest technologies.."
“My training is allowing me to perform cutting-edge research using the newest technologies, under the guidance of a world-class faculty.”
“The IBAN program provides a comprehensive platform for research experience and mentoring in the field of neuroscience. There is an enormous number of labs who are affiliated with the program, which provides students a wide range of options in choosing a research area.” 
“I have formed collaboration with several professors at Scripps that wouldn’t have been possible if our labs did not share a campus. I’ve had the opportunity to attend local conferences hosted by both Scripps and MPFI and hold casual scientific discussions with world-renowned scientists. Additionally, and probably most importantly, becoming part of the first class for the IMPRS Brain and Behavior in addition to IBAN has already proven to be an enlightening experience to network with PhD students from around the world.” — Monica Risley,
IBAN Graduate
awards: Charles E. Schmidt College of Science Newell Doctoral Fellowship (2015 – 2016), Saurino Scholarship (April 2014), Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year from the College of Science (2014)
IBAN Graduate
awards: Charles E. Schmidt College of Science Newell Doctoral Fellowship (2015 – 2016), Saurino Scholarship (April 2014), Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year from the College of Science (2014)
“My favorite aspect of the IBAN program is how closely you can interact with extremely experienced scientists making groundbreaking research right next door. The weekly talks and meetings make it the easy and comfortable to establish a relationship with scientists in the three institutions.” — Herborg Nanna Asgeirsdottir,
IBAN Student
awards: Travel Awards to Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Meeting in Germany (November 2015)
IBAN Student
awards: Travel Awards to Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Meeting in Germany (November 2015)
“IBAN provides a unique opportunity for students to capitalize on resources and expertise available at two prestigious research institutes—FAU and Max Planck. I appreciate the most is the willingness of laboratories to share techniques and resources, which ultimately enhances the overall research program. It is a very friendly environment,” 
“The tight-knit relationship with MPFI is unprecedented to any other program and the ability to attend many scientific talks, conferences given by the leaders in neuroscience. Being a part of IBAN has helped me evolve in many ways as a scientist, ” — Joan C. Lora,
IBAN Student
awards: First Place Award for Best Presentation at Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Meeting in Germany (November 2015), Travel Awards to Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Meeting in Germany (November 2015)
IBAN Student
awards: First Place Award for Best Presentation at Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Meeting in Germany (November 2015), Travel Awards to Bonn International Graduate School (BIGS) Meeting in Germany (November 2015)