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Jeremy Chopek is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiology & Pathophysiology at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. His research focuses on understanding neural circuits and mechanisms involved in motor and autonomic functions, particularly in the context of spinal cord injury (SCI) rehabilitation.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts (Kinesiology) from the University of Winnipeg (2007)
- Master of Science (Kinesiology) from the University of Manitoba (2009)
- PhD in Physiology (Neuroscience Division) from the University of Manitoba (2014)
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neuromuscular Disease at University College London (2017-2018)
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Medical Neuroscience and Anatomy at Dalhousie University (2014-2017)
Dr. Chopek’s research explores the disruption of brainstem-spinal neural circuits following SCI, aiming to improve motor, sensory, and autonomic functions in individuals living with SCI. His work combines mechanistic and translational approaches, utilizing techniques such as in-vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics, calcium imaging, and fluorescent tract tracing in genetic mouse models. He investigates sensory-motor integration, sympathetic-somatic coordination, and postural control mechanisms.
Dr. Chopek is a core member of the Spinal Cord Research Centre and currently accepts Master's and PhD students. His research emphasizes the development of therapeutic interventions for SCI, focusing on circuit manipulation and rehabilitation strategies.
