About
Dr. Vincent Croset is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biosciences at Durham University and a Fellow of the Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing. He holds a PhD from the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, where his research focused on chemosensory receptor evolution. His current work investigates the interplay between neuronal activity and transcriptional regulation in Drosophila melanogaster, combining single-cell transcriptomics, behavior analysis, and neuronal imaging to uncover mechanisms underlying memory, dopamine signaling, and homeostasis. Key research areas include structural plasticity in dopaminergic circuits, D-serine signaling in thirst regulation, and astrocytic roles in water consumption.
Research Interests:
- Neurogenetics and behavioral neuroscience
- Single-cell transcriptomics
- Dopamine pathways and reward systems
- Sensory systems and chemoreception
- Circadian rhythms and environmental entrainment
Publications highlight contributions to understanding:
- Neurotrophin-mediated structural plasticity
- Thirst-driven gliotransmission mechanisms
- Cellular diversity in Drosophila neural tissues
He currently supervises 8 PhD/MSc students and collaborates with institutions worldwide. His lab focuses on translating findings to inform treatments for neurological disorders such as addiction and neurodegenerative diseases.
