The Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Neuroscience is proud to congratulate Utsav Mukherjee on the successful defense of his doctoral thesis on April 8, 2026.

Utsav’s dissertation, “Unraveling Novel Regulators of Hippocampal Long-Term Memory Consolidation,” represents a significant contribution to the field of neuroscience, advancing our understanding of the molecular and cellular mechanisms that underlie memory formation and persistence. His research highlights novel pathways involved in hippocampal function, offering valuable insight into the complex processes that support long-term memory.

Throughout his doctoral training, Utsav demonstrated a strong commitment to scientific excellence, thoughtful inquiry, and collaborative research. His work reflects not only technical rigor, but also a deep curiosity about the fundamental workings of the brain.

Utsav completed his graduate studies under the mentorship of Dr. Ted Abel, whose guidance and support helped shape this important body of work.

We extend our sincere congratulations to Dr. Mukherjee on this outstanding achievement and thank him for his contributions to the Neuroscience Program. We look forward to following his continued success in the years ahead.