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Jason B. Castro is an Associate Professor of Neuroscience and Department Chair at Bates College. He is affiliated with the Department of Neuroscience and collaborates with institutions like the University of Pittsburgh and Oak Ridge National Laboratories. His work integrates neurophysiological techniques with computational methods to explore olfactory and sensory systems.
Education:
- BS & BA, University of Rochester (2001)
- Liberal Arts Diploma, European College of Liberal Arts (ECLA) (2002)
- PhD, University of Pittsburgh (2008)
Research Interests:
Professor Castro focuses on two primary areas: 1) the neural circuitry underlying odor processing, particularly in the olfactory bulb, and 2) systematic relationships between chemical structures and odor perception. He employs electrical recording, imaging, and data-mining techniques to study how neural properties enable odor discrimination and to model odor quality predictions based on chemical features.
Articles Trends:
His publications span neurophysiological studies of olfactory and auditory systems, emphasizing mitral cell dynamics, glutamate signaling, and synaptic inhibition. Collaborative work with computational tools aims to bridge chemical structure and perceptual outcomes in olfaction.
Scientific Awards:
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Advising & Grants:
No advisees or grants mentioned. Teaches courses including Computational Neuroscience, Psychobiology of Smell, and Introduction to Neuroscience.
