معرفی
Shaul Hestrin is a Professor at the Department of Comparative Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms underlying cortical function, with a particular emphasis on synaptic transmission, cortical circuits, and GABAergic interneurons.
- Current teaching roles include COMPMED 200 (One Health Journal Club), COMPMED 370 (Medical Scholars Research), COMPMED 260 (Laboratory Animal Science Practicum), and directed reading/research courses (COMPMED/NEPR 198/199/299/399).
Research Interests: Hestrin's work investigates the physiological and molecular basis of synaptic dynamics, including nicotinic modulation, electrical synapses, and state-dependent neural activity. His studies span cortical layer organization, neurotransmitter receptor kinetics, and the balance of excitation and inhibition in neocortical circuits.
Publication Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2009–2020) highlight expertise in cortical neurophysiology, synaptic plasticity, GABAergic neuron function, and neuromodulation. Key themes include nicotinic and GABAergic signaling, electrical synapse dynamics, and the role of neuronal subtypes in circuit behavior.
