Aaron Mickle

Aaron Mickle is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiological Sciences at the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine. His research focuses on visceral pain mechanisms using innovative techniques like optogenetics, small implantable devices, and 3D organoid cultures. He leads the Mickle Lab located in Gainesville, Florida.

Education:

• Postdoctoral Fellowship: Washington University in St. Louis (2019)
• Ph.D. in Pharmacology: University of Iowa (2014)
• B.S. in Biology: University of Wisconsin – La Crosse (2007)

Dr. Mickle's interdisciplinary work bridges neuroscience and biomedical engineering, emphasizing translational research in pain physiology. His lab develops novel tools to study visceral pain pathways with potential clinical applications.