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Prof. Dr. Dirk Jancke is a full professor at Ruhr University Bochum, heading the Optical Imaging Lab within the Institute for Neural Computation (Institut für Neuroinformatik) and affiliated with the Faculty of Computer Science. He also serves as vice-speaker of the Collaborative Research Center 874 “Integration and Representation of Sensory Processes” and of the Research Department of Neuroscience (RDN).
His research explores the computational principles underlying perception and behaviour by combining large-scale optical imaging, optogenetics, and theoretical modelling to study cortical dynamics, plastic reorganization, and neuromodulation across millions of neurons.
Key research themes include:
- State-dependent sensory processing and gain control via neuromodulators (e.g., 5-HT2A receptors)
- Plastic remodeling of visual cortical maps induced by non-invasive brain stimulation (TMS)
- Encoding of temporal context and prediction error in early visual cortex
- Translational development of intracortical visual prostheses and novel diagnostic tools for mental disorders
Recent publications (2024–1999) demonstrate a trajectory from single-cell receptor mechanisms to whole-brain network dynamics, with frequent use of in vivo voltage-sensitive dye imaging, optogenetic perturbations, and computational modelling in rodent visual cortex.
While specific student names are not listed, Prof. Jancke is actively involved in graduate training through the International Graduate School of Neuroscience (IGSN) and the Institute of Neural Computation, where he sits on the PhD committee and study commission.
Laboratory & Affiliations:
- Optical Imaging Lab, NB 2/27, Institut für Neuroinformatik, Ruhr University Bochum
- Vice Speaker, Collaborative Research Center 874
- Vice Speaker, Research Department of Neuroscience
- Board member, International Graduate School of Neuroscience (IGSN)
- Directorate member, Institute of Neural Computation (INI)
