Merab Kokaia

Merab Kokaia is a Professor in Neurology at Lund University, Principal Investigator at the Epilepsy Center, and Project Manager of the Experimental Epilepsy Group. His research focuses on the role of neuropeptides and neurotrophic factors in synaptic transmission and epileptogenesis, utilizing animal models and advanced techniques like optogenetics.

• Key research areas:
  • Neuroscience
  • Neurology
  • Epilepsy
  • Synaptic transmission
  • Optogenetics

Recent article trends (15 most recent) highlight his work on:

• Molecular mechanisms of seizure suppression
• Gene therapy approaches for epilepsy
• Optogenetic and chemogenetic interventions
• Hippocampal dysfunction in epilepsy
• Translational animal models

Infrastructure & projects include leadership roles in the Epilepsy Center and involvement in nanoscience initiatives like NanoLund. He supervises PhD students and collaborates widely in European epilepsy research networks.