Linda Wilbrecht, PhD

Member, National Scientific Council on Adolescence

Linda is a professor in the Department of Psychology and the Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute, both at UC Berkeley. Linda is a behavioral and systems neuroscientist whose research explores how early puberty and experience of harsh or uncertain environments impacts the development of learning and decision-making systems.

Fellowships

  • American Association for the Advancement of Science 2026 Fellow
  • American Association for the Advancement of Science, 2026 Fellow

Awards

  • NIMH Biobehavioral Research Award for Innovative New Scientists (BRAINS award)
  • Presidential Early Career Award for Science and Engineering (PECASE)