معرفی
Lei Li is a Professor and Department Chair of Biology at the Lewis College of Science and Letters, Illinois Institute of Technology. His research focuses on animal behavior, multi-sensory information integration, and circadian vision using zebrafish models. He investigates the impact of sleep deprivation on cognitive functions, cross-modal sensory integration (e.g., olfactory and visual signals), and circadian rhythms in eye functions.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D., Molecular Genetics and Neurobiology, Georgia State University
- B.S., Zoology, Shandong University
Research Interests:
Dr. Li’s work explores how sensory systems interact to modulate behavior. His lab uses zebrafish to study visual sensitivity, neural modulation by hormones like testosterone, and circadian mechanisms. Recent studies include cross-modal sensory integration models and the role of proteins like STIL in neural protection.
Publications:
His articles span sensory integration, circadian vision, and molecular biology. Key themes include zebrafish behavior under hormonal influences, nanoparticle applications in enhancing vision, and STIL’s role in neural regeneration.
Advising & Grants:
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Labs/Teams:
Research conducted in the Biology Department lab at Illinois Tech, focusing on neurobiological and behavioral studies using zebrafish as a model organism.
