Otolaryngology & Communication Sciences

Paul Popper, PhD
Associate Professor and Director
Division of Research
Department of Otolaryngology & Communication Sciences 

Dr. Popper is a neuroscientist with extensive experience in molecular biology, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization and receptor binding. 

His research is focused on studying neurochemical basis of behavior by investigating changes in neurotransmitter expression in the vestibular system induced by relevant stimuli. 

In addition, he is interested in applying receptor internalization to the study of vestibular efferent/afferent interaction.

Dr. Popper also directs the basic science research activities of residents and medical students.

Education/Training

• Master of Science (MS) - University of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania, 1971
• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - University of California, Los Angeles, CA, 1990

Society Memberships

• Society for Neuroscience
• American Association for the Advancement of Science
• Association for Research in Otolaryngology                           

Research Interests

• Molecular Biology of Acoustic Neuromas
• Use of Receptor Internalization in Studying the Inner Ear