Björn Granseth

Björn Granseth is an Associate Professor at Linköping University's Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (BKV), affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. He holds the title of Docent and is part of the Division of Cell and Neurobiology. His research focuses on neural circuits, synaptic plasticity, and neurotransmitter modulation, particularly in corticothalamic communication and motivational processes. Granseth is affiliated with the Wallenberg Centre for Molecular Medicine (WCMM) and the Center for Social and Affective Neuroscience (CSAN).

His work explores cholinergic and noradrenergic modulation of synaptic inputs, VGluT1's role in visual attention, and striatal melanocortin receptors' influence on motivational valence. Key techniques include genetic mouse models (Ntsr1-Cre GN220) and in vitro electrophysiological studies. Granseth collaborates on projects involving neuropharmacology (e.g., Sigma-2 receptor agonists) and developmental biology (Hedgehog signaling in Drosophila).

Recent articles highlight contributions to understanding corticothalamic synapses, synaptic plasticity deficits in VGluT1-deficient mice, and the neurobiology of reward circuits. His research bridges basic neuroscience with clinical implications, particularly in neurological disorders.