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Adrienne FairhallView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neuroscience
• Biophysics
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Adrienne Fairhall is an Adjunct Professor of Applied Mathematics and a Professor of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Washington. She leads the Fairhall Lab, which focuses on developing theoretical frameworks to understand neural processing in nervous systems. Her work integrates experimental collaborations across diverse systems, including single neurons, navigating primates, and foraging mosquitoes. Research interests center on neural coding, adaptation mechanisms, and the intersection of computation and biology. Key themes include how neurons encode sensory information, the role of adaptation in neural systems, and the development of mathematical tools to model neural dynamics. The lab also addresses broader issues like gender bias in academia and innovations in neuroscience education. Her research has been supported by grants such as the NSF grant 0928251. Collaborations span experimental and computational domains, with notable projects on Hydra behavior modeling, dopamine signaling in reward pathways, and visual-olfactory integration in mosquitoes. Advising and mentoring are integral to her role, though specific student names are not listed. The Fairhall Lab maintains an active presence through blog posts on topics like neuroscience careers, AI ethics, and laboratory culture. Current activities include advancing computational neuroscience tools and promoting diversity in STEM fields.

Thomas BozzaView profile

Professor

• Molecular Genetics
• Neurobiology
• Olfactory Circuitry
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Thomas Bozza is the Edgar C. Stuntz Distinguished Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at Northwestern University’s Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on molecular genetics and physiology of olfaction, particularly how neural circuits encode molecular information and drive olfactory behaviors. He holds affiliations with the Chemistry of Life Processes Institute and the Center for Genetic Medicine. Education: Ph.D., Tufts University School of Medicine Research Interests: Mechanisms of monoallelic odorant receptor expression Olfactory circuit organization and odor coding Role of TAARs in detecting ethologically relevant amines Neural basis of innate and learned olfactory behaviors Recent Research Trends: Recent work emphasizes genetic mechanisms controlling TAAR expression, odor sensitivity thresholds, and how specific receptors mediate critical survival behaviors like predator avoidance. Collaborations with Dima Rinberg explore general principles of odor coding. Awards: Brain Research Foundation Seed Grants (2009, 2011) Whitehall Foundation Neurobiology Grant (2007) HHMI Janelia Farm Visiting Scientist (2008) Lab Activities: Current students: 5 graduate/master’s students and technical staff Active projects include CRISPR-based gene editing, transcriptomics, in vivo imaging, and behavioral assays Funding: NIH grants and private foundation support Labs/Teams: Lab focuses on interdisciplinary approaches combining molecular genetics, electrophysiology, and computational analysis. Collaborates with institutions like NYU and Firmenich.

Daniel DombeckView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Neuronal Circuits
• Spatial Navigation
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Daniel Dombeck is a Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at Northwestern University's Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. He holds the Wender-Lewis Teaching and Research Professorship. His research focuses on optical dissection of neuronal circuits underlying mammalian navigation, combining novel optical and genetic techniques to study neural activity in mice within virtual reality environments. Dombeck earned his PhD in Neuroscience from Cornell University. Affiliations: Department of Neurobiology, Northwestern University Key Research Areas: Spatial navigation, systems neuroscience, neuronal population dynamics His work investigates how the brain encodes spatial and navigational information through cellular-resolution imaging of neuronal populations. Dombeck has developed advanced imaging tools for studying neural activity in awake, behaving mice, including VR systems and multiphoton microscopy techniques. Awards : McKnight Scholar Award (2015) Klingenstein Fellowship in Neuroscience (2011) Whitehall Foundation Research Grant (2011) His lab explores hippocampal and entorhinal cortex dynamics, dopamine signaling, and reward-driven spatial representations. Dombeck's research bridges molecular, cellular, and systems levels to understand neural circuit function in behavior and disease.

Andrew FinkView profile

Assistant Professor

• Systems Neuroscience
• Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
• Olfactory Learning and Memory
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Andrew Fink is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at Northwestern University's Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University. His research focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying unsupervised learning, particularly in olfactory systems. He investigates how organisms learn the structure of their environments through studies of rodent olfactory circuits, combining behavioral assays, long-term neurophysiological recordings, and computational models. Key methodologies include the virtual burrow assay for studying naturalistic behavior in head-fixed mice and the discovery of representational drift in the olfactory cortex. These innovations enable exploration of synaptic plasticity and network evolution in vivo. Fink's work bridges cognitive neuroscience and mechanistic neurobiology, aiming to uncover how neural networks adapt over time to encode environmental information. Education: Ph.D., Columbia University Laboratory: Fink Lab, Department of Neurobiology His research integrates experimental and theoretical approaches, collaborating closely with computational scientists to map synaptic connectivity and plasticity. Current studies emphasize how sensory experience shapes representational dynamics in neural networks, with implications for understanding learning and memory in health and disease.

Min Jee JangView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neural Engineering
• Cell and molecular engineering
• Molecular imaging
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Min Jee Jang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), affiliated with the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology and the Neuroscience Program. She holds a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Bio and Brain Engineering from KAIST (2009–2015). Her research focuses on developing advanced gene delivery technologies for studying and treating neurological disorders, leveraging viral vector engineering and spatial transcriptomics. Jang is also the Chief Science Officer at Genixcure (South Korea) and actively contributes to professional societies like the Biomedical Engineering Society and Society for Neuroscience. Her research interests include targeted genetic access to brain cells, overcoming limitations in cell-type specificity and temporal resolution. Her lab integrates viral vector design, spatial omics, and computational methods to understand brain cell dynamics and develop programmable gene delivery systems. Key achievements include pioneering systemic AAV vectors for primate brain gene transfer and spatial transcriptomics profiling of viral tropism. Notable awards include the NARSAD Young Investigator Award (2021–2023) and Caltech Postdoctoral Fellowship (2018–2020). Jang has presented widely, including seminars at Seoul National University, Stanford, and Brown. Her lab at UIUC, established in 2024, recruits students/postdocs passionate about translational neuroengineering and genetic medicine.

Betina IpView profile

Research Fellow

• Binocular Vision
• Neural Plasticity
• Neurochemistry
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Dr Betina Ip is a Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Research Fellow and Hugh Price Fellow in Neuroscience at Jesus College, University of Oxford. She leads research at the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging within the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences. Her work focuses on binocular vision plasticity, neurochemistry, and their clinical implications in conditions like amblyopia. Education: MSc Neuroscience, University College London DPhil (Oxford), studying attentional modulations on binocular vision using MRI Research Interests: Investigates neural mechanisms of 3D perception, experience-dependent plasticity, and neurochemical signaling (GABA/glutamate) in binocular vision. Uses multimodal imaging (fMRI-MRS) and virtual reality to study visual learning and rehabilitation in adults with amblyopia. Key Projects: Amblyopia VR Study: Neural changes post-visual training Koala Study: Neural substrates of occlusion therapy in children Awards & Funding: Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship Supported by MRC and Fight for Sight Teaching & Mentoring: Supervises DPhil/MSc projects in neuroscience Mentors via the BIPOC STEM network and Women in Clinical Neurosciences Public Engagement: Authored a children's neuroscience book and advocates for positive research culture through leadership roles at the WIN Centre and Oxford.

• Cellular Neuroscience
• Systems Neuroscience
• Behavioral Neuroscience
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Prof. Dr. Laura Busse is a Professor in the Department of Biology II, Division of Neurobiology at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. She leads the Vision Circuits Lab, focusing on understanding how neural circuits mediate contextual processing in the visual system. Her work combines electrophysiological recordings, optogenetics, and computational modeling in mice to study feedback mechanisms, behavioral state effects, and spatial integration in visual pathways. Key collaborations include the Wachtler Lab, Tübingen's CIN, and the MPI for Brain Research. Busse is affiliated with the Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences (GSN) and the Research Training Group (RTG) 2175. She actively supervises PhD students including Simon Renner, Gregory Born, and Felix Schneider. Her research spans cellular and systems neuroscience, with a focus on how visual perception adapts dynamically to context and behavioral goals. Dr. Busse’s research interests include thalamocortical interactions, corticothalamic feedback, and the role of inhibitory circuits in visual processing. She investigates how locomotion and behavioral state modulate early visual system activity, and how natural visual inputs are processed across retinal and thalamic stages. Her lab employs advanced multi-electrode recordings and naturalistic stimuli to dissect the neural mechanisms underlying visual perception. Current projects explore contrast invariance, serotonin's role in visual acuity, and the impact of impaired inhibition on network oscillations. Busse has received funding from the DFG, SFB 870, and BCCN Smart Start grants. Her work bridges systems neuroscience and computational modeling, emphasizing translational insights into neural circuit dynamics. The lab collaborates extensively with institutions like the University of Tübingen and the MPI for Biological Cybernetics.

Anita DevineniView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neuroscience
• Genetics
• Cell Biology
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Dr. Anita Devineni is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Emory University. She leads the Devineni Lab located in Rollins 1154, where her research focuses on neural circuit mechanisms underlying sensory processing and behavioral flexibility in Drosophila melanogaster . Her educational background includes a B.S. from Stanford University (2006) and a Ph.D. from the University of California, San Francisco (2012). Her research integrates molecular biology, optogenetics, functional imaging, connectomics, behavioral analysis, and computational modeling to investigate: (1) integration of taste, hunger, and experience in behavioral guidance; (2) neural encoding of taste stimuli; (3) state-dependent reconfiguration of neural circuits; and (4) taste-reward integration in feeding behaviors. These studies have implications for understanding disordered eating and sensory processing. Publication analysis reveals a strong focus on neurogenetics of taste processing, with recent work emphasizing connectomics (2024-2025) and earlier foundational research on ethanol responses (2009-2013). Her lab maintains a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through inclusive hiring practices and advocacy.

Dieter JaegerView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Computational Biology
• Neurophysiology
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Dieter Jaeger is a Professor in the Department of Biology at Emory University, leading the Jaeger Lab at the Rollins Research Center. His research focuses on computational and experimental neurophysiology to study motor control and neural networks in the basal ganglia, cerebellum, and motor thalamus. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (1990). Research Interests: Combining neurophysiology with computer simulations to investigate neural networks involved in motor tasks and Parkinson’s disease. Key areas include cerebellar nuclei dynamics, thalamocortical signaling, and optogenetic manipulation of brain activity. Publications Highlight: Recent work (2023–2025) explores cortical voltage imaging, astrocyte complexity, and neurovascular coupling, advancing understanding of neural circuit dysfunction in disease. Contact: Email djaeger@emory.edu , Office: Rollins 2129.

Joshua SingerView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Retinal Circuits
• Neural Coding
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Joshua Singer is Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Biology at the University of Maryland. His research focuses on understanding how neural circuits in the mammalian retina process visual information, with particular emphasis on the rod bipolar cell pathway responsible for night vision. His laboratory combines electrophysiological recordings, anatomical analyses, and computational modeling to study synaptic transmission and neural processing. Research interests include neural coding in retinal circuits, synaptic transmission mechanisms at ribbon synapses, and the integration of rod and cone pathways. His work has implications for understanding retinal diseases and developing therapeutic approaches. Awards and Honors: Research to Prevent Blindness Special Scholar Award for Retinitis Pigmentosa (2011) Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Research Fellowship (2007-2009) NINDS Career Development (K-22) Award (2002-2007) Education: Sc.B., Brown University (1993) Ph.D., University of Washington (1998) Postdoctoral Research, NIH (1998-2004)

Daniel ButtsView profile

Associate Professor

• Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Sensory Systems
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Daniel A. Butts is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Maryland College Park, affiliated with the College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences. He holds additional affiliations with the Neuroscience & Cognitive Science (NACS) program, Institute for Systems Research (ISR), and Biophysics. His research focuses on computational and theoretical neuroscience, particularly understanding how neural systems perform computations underlying sensory perception and natural intelligence. He studies sensory cortex processing, hierarchical information flow, and top-down behavioral influences using advanced computational methods and collaborations with experimental neurophysiologists. Butts earned a B.A. from Oberlin College (1994) and a Ph.D. in Physics from UC Berkeley (2000). His lab, NeuroTheory Lab, develops models for neural coding and integrates experimental data from primate and rodent visual systems. He teaches courses in computational neuroscience, cellular neurophysiology, and neural coding. Current research includes studying visual neuron activity modulation by behavior, neural selectivity during free viewing, and the role of latent variables in shared neural variability. Recent work highlights his lab's contributions to understanding how spontaneous movements affect visual processing and the application of hierarchical variational autoencoders (VAEs) to model primate motion processing. His group collaborates broadly, addressing both theoretical challenges and experimental validation in sensory neuroscience.

Tim KiemelView profile

Academic

• Neural Control of Movement
• Biomechanics
• Neuroscience
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Tim Kiemel is an Associate Research Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Maryland’s School of Public Health. His research focuses on the neural control of movement, particularly in human locomotion and swimming in lampreys. He develops system-level models to elucidate neural mechanisms and employs empirical data to validate these models. Key areas include postural control, sensorimotor integration, and multisensory reweighting, with applications to aging populations and clinical rehabilitation. His work bridges neuroscience, biomechanics, and control theory, addressing topics like motor synergy in human collaboration, error correction in walking, and the impact of sensory deficits (e.g., vestibular dysfunction). He collaborates across disciplines, integrating experimental and computational approaches to understand neural and biomechanical systems. Recent studies highlight advancements in understanding how humans adapt sensory inputs (e.g., vision, touch) to maintain balance and movement precision, particularly in challenging environments or aging adults. His lamprey research explores spinal cord circuitry and locomotor rhythm generation, offering insights into vertebrate motor control evolution. Key contributions include tools to quantify functional impairments like oscillopsia and frameworks for modeling sensory fusion dynamics. His work emphasizes translational applications, such as improving fall prevention strategies and clinical assessments of motor function.

Lynette A JonesView profile

Academic

• Haptic interfaces
• Thermal displays
• Skin mechanics
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Lynette A Jones is a Senior Research Scientist in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She has been with MIT since 1994 and leads the Cutaneous Sensory Lab, which develops tactile, haptic, and thermal displays for diverse applications. Prior to MIT, she was a tenured Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. Education: B.A. in Psychology, University of Auckland, 1976 M.A. in Psychology, University of Auckland, 1978 Ph.D. in Psychology, McGill University, 1983 Research Interests: Dr. Jones specializes in haptic and tactile interface design, thermal display development, and skin mechanics. Her work bridges human-machine interaction, focusing on cutaneous communication systems and vibrotactile pattern recognition. She employs psychophysics, biomechanical modeling, and multisensory integration to advance wearable haptic technology. Key Article Trends: Her recent publications emphasize thermal and vibrotactile actuation methods, multisensory display integration, and MR fluid-based haptic devices. Themes include tactile perception, sensorimotor control, skin biomechanics, and applications in wearable technology and biomedical engineering. Scientific Awards: Meritorious Service Award, IEEE Transactions on Haptics, 2009 Fellow of the IEEE, 2018 IEEE Technical Committee on Haptics Distinguished Service Award, 2021 Professional Contributions: Dr. Jones has served as Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Transactions on Haptics (2014-2019), Chair of the IEEE Transactions on Haptics Management Committee (2023-present), and in multiple editorial and national committee roles. She is integral to MIT's Graduate Admissions and Postdoctoral Fellowship committees. Laboratory: The Cutaneous Sensory Lab at MIT employs a systems-level approach to haptic display development, including actuator characterization, skin mechanics analysis, and psychophysical user studies. The lab's work has been adopted in academic and industrial research on robotic swarms and soldier safety systems.

• Psycholinguistics
• Music Perception/Cognition
• Language Production
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L. Robert Slevc is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Psychology at the University of Maryland, with affiliations in the Program in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science (NACS) and the Maryland Language Science Center. He holds joint roles as Director of Graduate Studies and leads the Language and Music Cognition Lab. His research bridges psycholinguistics, music cognition, and language production, with a focus on cognitive mechanisms in normal and brain-damaged populations. He completed his Ph.D. at UC San Diego and a postdoc at Rice University before joining UMD. Education : Ph.D. in Psychology, University of California, San Diego B.A. in Psychology, University of Colorado, Boulder Research Interests : Dr. Slevc explores how language and music processing share cognitive resources, including studies on bilingual code-switching, aphasia, second-language acquisition, and the interplay between musical ability and cognitive functions. His work employs behavioral and neuroimaging techniques to uncover neural correlates of language and music syntax, attentional mechanisms in bilingualism, and developmental milestones. Articles Trends : Recent work emphasizes bilingualism’s cognitive effects, the role of musical training in language learning, and cross-domain priming between music and speech. His research highlights shared neural substrates for syntactic processing in both domains and the impact of auditory temporal processing on language skills. Advising & Grants : Currently not recruiting PhD students for Fall 2025. His grants and mentorship focus on promoting equity in music cognition research and advancing interdisciplinary methods in cognitive science. Labs/Teams : Directs the Language and Music Cognition Lab , investigating how language and music interact with cognition, memory, and attention through experimental and computational approaches.

Jörn DiedrichsenView profile

Professor

• Computational Neuroscience
• Motor Control
• Neuroimaging
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Jörn Diedrichsen is a Professor in Computational Neuroscience at Western University, leading the Diedrichsen Lab and co-directing the Sensorimotor Superlab collaboration with Andrew Pruszynski and Paul Gribble. His research focuses on understanding motor control, cerebellar function, and applying data science techniques to neuroimaging and electrophysiological data. He holds graduate degrees in Neuroscience and Statistics from UC Berkeley and is a key figure in Western’s Data Science initiatives. Research Interests: Motor learning, cerebellum structure and function, neuroimaging analysis, statistical methods, and sensorimotor integration. The lab develops tools for cerebellar imaging and multivariate analysis, addressing questions like how the brain coordinates movements and learns new skills. Recent Articles: Recent work includes studies on muscle activity learning paradigms, cortical sequence planning areas, and cerebellar growth models. These contributions highlight advancements in understanding motor skill optimization, neural dynamics during movement, and developmental cerebellar changes. Awards: His lab’s trainees (Caroline Nettekoven, Diego Piza, Hayley Shanks) received the 2024 CAN-CIHR-INMHA Brain Star Award. He leads projects like the Raynor Cerebellar Growth Chart and collaborates on grants from CIHR, NSERC, and BrainsCAN. Advising & Grants: Supervises MSc/PhD students in Neuroscience, Computer Science, and Statistics. Current funding supports studies on motor control, cerebellar imaging, and neurodevelopmental models. Open positions emphasize interdisciplinary research in machine learning for health sciences. Labs & Teams: The Diedrichsen Lab and Sensorimotor Superlab foster collaborations across disciplines, with ongoing projects on cerebellar exclusion in research and tool-based sensory remapping. The lab actively promotes open science and methodological innovation in neuroscience.