NACS is an interdepartmental, interdisciplinary research PhD program that trains students to become scientists by doing independent research under the guidance of a mentor. NACS is a program within the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences.

The NACS offices are located on the third floor of the

More than 140 faculty participate in the NACS program. Research activities are carried out in laboratories housed in 25 different departments and units across the university’s campus as well as at first-class neighboring research institutions.