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Ted Abel is a renowned neuroscientist and academic, known for his significant contributions to the field of neurobiology. He is currently the Brush Family Professor of Biology at the University of Pennsylvania and the Director of the Biological Basis of Behavior Program.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Abel was born and raised in New York City. He completed his undergraduate studies at Swarthmore College, where he majored in Chemistry. He then went on to earn his Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom.

Career[edit | edit source]

Following his Ph.D., Abel completed his postdoctoral training at the Columbia University in the laboratory of Dr. Eric Kandel, a Nobel laureate. He then joined the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania where he has been ever since.

Abel's research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of memory storage and the role of sleep in memory consolidation. His work has significantly advanced our understanding of how the brain stores and retrieves information.

Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]

Over the course of his career, Abel has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to neuroscience. These include the Society for Neuroscience's Young Investigator Award and the National Institutes of Health's Pioneer Award.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Abel is married and has two children. He enjoys playing the piano and is an avid runner.

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