Maxine De Butte, Ph.D.
Professor of Psychology
Associate Department Head
Office: Old Main 431
Email: mdebutte@wtamu.edu
Phone: 806-651-2596
Professional Profile
Dr. De Butte joined the Department of Psychology, Sociology, and Social Work in 2009. She obtained her B.Sc. degree in Psychology from Trent University in Ontario, Canada in 1997, and an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Carleton University in Ontario, Canada in 1999 and 2004 respectively.
Teaching and Related Service
Dr. De Butte teaches the biological psychology courses in the psychology program including biopsychology and psychopharmacology.
She is one of several professors interested in developing a neuroscience concentration of courses at West Texas A&M University.
Dr. De Butte is a member of the Society for Neuroscience, the largest organization of international scientists and physicians devoted to advancing knowledge of the brain and nervous system as well as finding ways to prevent or cure many devastating neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Research and Creative Activity
Dr. De Butte has published research on the role of hormones such as estrogen on ischemic brain injury. She is continuing her research using rodent models of global ischemia to develop and improve neuroprotective strategies aimed at reducing brain injury and improving functional recovery.