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Justin Blau is a **Professor of Biology and Neural Science** at **New York University (NYU)**, affiliated with the **Faculty of Arts and Science** and the **Center for Neural Science**. He joined NYU in 2000 as an Assistant Professor, was promoted to Professor in 2013, and holds additional roles at the NYU Abu Dhabi Research Institute. His research focuses on **behavioral genetics, circadian rhythms, and neurobiology**, using Drosophila as a model system to study how genes control animal behavior and circadian timing mechanisms.
Education:
- 1996 Ph.D., Imperial Cancer Research Fund & London University
- 1991 B.A., Cambridge University
Research Highlights:
- Investigates circadian clock neurons and their role in behavioral timing.
- Developed techniques for studying gene expression in pacemaker neurons.
- Explores neuronal plasticity and network dynamics in circadian systems.
Teaching:
- Courses include *Genes & Animal Behavior*, *The Art of Scientific Investigation*, and *Signaling in Biological Systems*.
Awards:
- 2013 NYU Golden Dozen Teaching Award
- 2005 Eppendorf & Science Essay Prize Finalist
- 1999 Human Frontiers Science Program Fellowship
Labs & Collaborations:
- Organizes the NYU NeuroBiology SuperGroup and the NY Area Clock Group.
- Collaborates with institutions like Rockefeller University and Columbia University.
