جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Neuroimaging
• Molecular fMRI
• Systems Neuroscience
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nan Li is a faculty member at UT Southwestern Medical Center, School of Medicine, in the Department of Radiology. She leads the N-LAB, a cutting-edge research group developing novel whole-brain imaging methods to integrate molecular and systems neuroscience. Her work bridges biomedical engineering and neuroscience to solve fundamental brain science problems. Education: B.S. in Biomedical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Postdoctoral Associate, MIT, under Dr. Alan Jasanoff Dr. Li's research focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms of reward, learning, and memory in rodent brains. She develops innovative molecular fMRI techniques, including optogenetic and hemogenetic fMRI, to non-invasively probe brain circuitry and neuromodulators like dopamine. Her work enables calcium signaling detection via MRI, offering a non-optical alternative to GCaMP imaging. She aims to advance functional brain imaging for improved diagnosis and treatment of neurological disorders. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong trend in developing and applying molecular fMRI tools to dissect neural circuits, particularly those involving dopamine and calcium signaling. The work spans from sensor design to in vivo application, emphasizing non-invasive, whole-brain imaging with cellular-level insight. Keywords across her research include neuroimaging, molecular sensors, fMRI, optogenetics, and neural plasticity. Scientific Awards and Honors: McGovern Rising Stars at MIT (2020) Harvard Chinese Life Sciences Distinguished Research Award Stanley Fahn Research Fellowship Women in Bio Robbie Melton Scholarship Award UT System Rising STARs Award Endowed Thomas O. Hicks Scholar in Medical Research Dr. Li has secured significant recognition and funding through prestigious fellowships and awards, indicating strong grant support. She mentors a research team in the N-LAB, guiding innovation in neuroimaging. While specific advisees are not listed, her leadership of an independent lab suggests active student and postdoctoral training. Her future work is expected to further bridge molecular neuroscience with clinical applications, aiming to transform brain health through advanced imaging technologies.

Ivan Alekseichukمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Clinical Neuroscience
• Neural Engineering
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ivan Alekseichuk is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and heads the Precision Neuromodulation Lab. His research focuses on clinical neuroscience and neural engineering to understand mental health mechanisms through closed-loop brain stimulation and imaging. PhD in Systems Neuroscience, University of Göttingen (2017) MS in Neurobiology and Psychophysiology, Saint Petersburg State University (2013) Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Minnesota (2019) His work explores causal brain-behavior relationships using non-invasive techniques like TMS/tACS, real-time neuroimaging (EEG/MRI), computational modeling, and biomedical robotics. Current clinical trials target depressive disorders, mood regulation, and memory support. Recent research trends include: Closed-loop neurostimulation systems EEG phase-dependent stimulation algorithms Primate cortical layer-specific neuromodulation Deep learning-enhanced field estimations Scientific Recognition: Travel Award, American College of Neuropsychopharmacology (2023) Pathway to Independence Award, National Institute of Mental Health (2022) Young Investigator Award, Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (2022) MnDRIVE Neuromodulation Fellowship (2018) Professional Engagements: Editorial Board Member, Brain Stimulation Journal Member, IEEE Engineering Medicine and Biology Society Member, North American Neuromodulation Society Member, Society for Neuroscience Contact: ivan.alekseichuk@northwestern.edu | Abbott Hall Suite 1300, Chicago, IL

Douglas Richardsonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Light Microscopy
• Super-resolution Microscopy
• Tissue Clearing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Douglas Richardson serves as Director of Imaging at the Harvard Center for Biological Imaging (HCBI) since 2013 and Lecturer in Molecular and Cellular Biology within Harvard's Faculty of Arts and Sciences since 2016. He leads a state-of-the-art microscopy core facility serving Harvard and Greater Boston researchers through confocal, light sheet, super-resolution, and slide scanning systems. His educational background includes: PhD in Cancer Cell Biology from Queen's University (Canada), Department of Pathology and Molecular Medicine Alexander von Humboldt Postdoctoral Fellowship at Max Planck Institute for Biophysical Chemistry under Nobel Laureate Stefan Hell Richardson's research expertise spans super-resolution microscopy , light sheet imaging , tissue clearing techniques , and image processing methodologies . He actively develops and evaluates advanced microscopy approaches for biological applications in cancer, neuroscience, and ophthalmology. His work emphasizes practical implementation of cutting-edge imaging technologies for diverse research questions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals dominant trends in 3D tissue imaging applied to neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer's), cancer biology (melanoma, breast cancer), and vascular ophthalmology. His contributions to tissue clearing standardization and light sheet microscopy optimization enable high-resolution whole-organ analysis, while his technical tutorials address critical microscopy artifacts. His scientific recognition includes: Alexander von Humboldt Postdoctoral Fellowship Richardson teaches MCB 68 (Cell Biology through the Microscope) and MCB 352 (Microscopy), directs the HCBI Lunch and Learn Lecture Series, and organizes tissue clearing workshops. The HCBI facility he leads provides critical infrastructure for Harvard researchers, with recent expansions including high-content screening (2024) and Zeiss Lightfield 4D integration (2025). Under Richardson's leadership, the Harvard Center for Biological Imaging serves as a national resource for advanced microscopy training and consultation, maintaining active YouTube educational content and developing protocols for challenging biological specimens through its tissue clearing initiatives.

Antonio Fernandez-Ruizمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Functions
• Hippocampal Network Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Antonio Fernandez-Ruiz is an Assistant Professor in Neurobiology and Behavior at Cornell University's College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on understanding how neuronal dynamics support complex cognitive functions through hippocampal network mechanisms, with specific emphasis on memory generalization and predictive inference models. PhD, Complutense University of Madrid (2015) Postdoctoral Researcher, NYU (Buzsaki Lab) Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz's work explores the hippocampus's role in generating predictive models of the world through structured neural sequences. His research investigates how distributed brain circuits coordinate to enable memory-guided behavior, using advanced techniques like large-scale silicon probe recordings, closed-loop optogenetics, and computational modeling. His publications demonstrate expertise in hippocampal function across multiple domains: memory consolidation (2019 Science), neural coding (2020 bioRxiv), cortical interactions (2019 Neuron), and oscillatory dynamics (2017 Neuron). Articles focus on brain architecture, neural coordination, and cognitive modeling. Scialog Award NIH Award Mind Prize Sloan Fellowship Klarman Fellowship Dr. Fernandez-Ruiz operates the Brain Computation and Behavior Lab at Cornell, developing novel methodologies for studying neural circuit dynamics. His research program integrates experimental and computational approaches to address fundamental questions about memory encoding and cognitive mapping.

• Mitochondrial Diseases
• Neurodegenerative Disorders
• Neuropathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nichola Lax is a Research Fellow at Newcastle University specializing in the neuropathological mechanisms of mitochondrial disorders. Her work focuses on neurological manifestations including Alpers' syndrome, epilepsy, and Lewy body dementia, with extensive collaboration with leading mitochondrial researchers such as Emeritus Professor Doug Turnbull and Professor Robert Taylor. Her research interests include: Mitochondrial Diseases Neurodegenerative Disorders Neuropathology Epilepsy mechanisms Lewy Body Dementia pathology Mitochondrial DNA mutation effects Analysis of her 2016-2023 publications reveals consistent investigation of mitochondrial dysfunction in neurodegeneration, particularly emphasizing astrocytic pathology, respiratory chain defects in specific neuronal populations (inhibitory interneurons, Purkinje cells), and seizure generation mechanisms. Her work employs advanced techniques including multiplex immunofluorescence, CLARITY tissue clearing, and in vitro seizure modeling to establish pathological correlations between mitochondrial defects and clinical phenotypes. No information was found regarding scientific awards, student advising, research grants, or laboratory infrastructure in the provided text.

Carl Petersenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Sensorimotor Processing
• Neuronal Circuits
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Carl Petersen is a Full Professor and Head of the Laboratory of Sensory Processing (LSens) at the Brain Mind Institute (BMI) within the Faculty of Life Sciences (SV) at EPFL. His research focuses on understanding sensory perception and associative learning at the neuronal circuit level in mice. He has held leadership roles, including Director of the BMI (2019–2022). Education: PhD in Physiology (1996, University of Cambridge) under Sir Michael Berridge; postdoctoral training at UCSF and Max-Planck-Institute for Medical Research. Research: Investigates cortical circuits using electrophysiology, imaging, and optogenetics. Key areas include whisker-based sensory processing, cortical plasticity during reward-based learning, and the interplay between sensory input and motor output. Grants & Labs: Leads the LSens lab, collaborating on projects like the Cell-class-specific motor maps (2025) and dopamine dynamics (2024). Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided data, but he is a member of prominent committees including the Neuroscience PhD program (EDNE-GE).

Jacob Reimerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Cortical Circuits
• Brain State Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jacob Reimer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at Baylor College of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding brain states and multimodal integration across corticothalamic circuits, particularly how attention shifts and sensory processing change dynamically without anatomical rewiring. He employs advanced techniques including in vivo whole-cell patching, multiphoton calcium imaging, optogenetics, and viral tracing methods. Reimer earned his PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Chicago (2009) and leads the Reimer Lab, which explores brain state fluctuations and functional connectomics in mice. Education: PhD in Neuroscience, University of Chicago (2009) Laboratory Focus: Cortical circuits, brain state dynamics, sensory integration Techniques: Multiphoton imaging, optogenetics, connectomic analysis Key Projects: MICrONS collaboration for mouse visual cortex connectomics His research highlights how pupil size fluctuations correlate with internal brain states and demonstrates the role of acetylcholine dynamics in modulating cortical activity. The lab has pioneered methods for dense neural activity mapping and automated connectomic analysis using tools like NEURD. Collaborations with institutions like Princeton University advance large-scale functional connectomics efforts. Advising includes mentoring graduate students (e.g., MARIO A GALDAMEZ, Noura Z Hakam) and postdoctoral researchers (e.g., Erin Neyhart, Cameron Lewis Smith). The lab's work bridges experimental neuroscience with computational modeling, contributing to both basic science and translational insights into neural circuitry.

Ulrich Muellerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mechanotransduction
• Auditory Perception
• Neural Stem Cells
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ulrich Mueller is a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Neuroscience and Biology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His research spans two primary domains: mechanotransduction in auditory hair cells and neocortical development. In auditory research, Mueller's lab identifies molecular components of hair cell mechanotransduction channels using ENU mutagenesis in mouse deafness models. This work has revealed critical roles for proteins like TMIE, CIB2/CIB3, and Fam65b in channel function and stereocilia organization. The lab also develops novel techniques such as injectoporation for genetic manipulation of hair cells. In cortical development, Mueller investigates neural stem cell differentiation, neuronal migration, and circuit assembly in mammals. Recent work identifies transcription factors (e.g., ZBTB20) regulating callosal neuron specification and cadherin-mediated nucleokinesis during radial migration. The lab employs genetic tools like Cux2-Cre lineage tracing across multiple species including mice, ferrets, marmosets, and humans. Mueller directs an active laboratory with postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and staff investigating molecular mechanisms of hearing and cortical development. He has trained over 25 graduate students and postdoctoral researchers now holding positions worldwide.

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Computational Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marcel Oberlaender is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, holding joint appointments in the Integrative Neurophysiology department and Amsterdam Neuroscience (Cellular & Molecular Mechanisms and Systems & Network Neuroscience programs). He also serves as a Medewerker at the Max Planck Institute for Neurobiology of Behavior in Bonn since 2016. His research focuses on understanding neural circuit organization and function in mammalian cerebral cortex, combining experimental and computational approaches. Key research interests include in vivo neurophysiology, synaptic connectivity, and computational modeling of neural networks. He investigates topics such as corticothalamic neuron regulation, sparse connectivity's role in information processing, and glial-neuronal interactions in thalamic circuits. His work bridges molecular, cellular, and systems levels to uncover principles of sensory processing and network dynamics. Dr. Oberlaender has published 40+ peer-reviewed articles, with recent contributions appearing in iScience , Frontiers in Neural Circuits , and PLoS Computational Biology . His research has been recognized through collaborations with institutions globally and open-access publication practices.

• Neuroscience
• Systems Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anne Kathryn Churchland is Professor of Neurobiology at the University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine, where she holds the Arnold B. Scheibel, M.D. Chair for Brain Research. She leads a multidisciplinary laboratory that leverages large-scale electrophysiology, wide-field calcium imaging, and computational modeling to understand how cortical and sub-cortical circuits transform multisensory evidence into flexible decisions. Churchland co-founded and co-directs the International Brain Laboratory (IBL), a global consortium that has released the first standardized, brain-wide dataset of mouse decision-making. Her work has revealed fundamental principles such as choice-selective inhibition, category-free mixed selectivity, and the influence of spontaneous movements on cortical dynamics, while simultaneously producing open-source tools for chronic Neuropixels recordings, motion correction (DREDge), and web-based data exploration. Education: Ph.D. in Neuroscience, University of California, San Francisco, November 2003 Research Focus: Churchland’s group investigates how distributed neural populations encode and integrate sensory information across modalities, accumulate evidence over time, and generate choice. Using high-density Neuropixels probes and cortex-wide calcium imaging in head-fixed and freely moving mice, her team links trial-by-trial neural dynamics to sophisticated behavioral models. A unifying theme is the role of latent behavioral states—such as arousal, engagement, and spontaneous movement—in shaping sensory representations and decision computations. Technological & Open-Science Contributions: Beyond scientific discoveries, the lab develops and openly shares hardware (lightweight reusable Neuropixels implants), algorithms (DREDge motion correction), and data platforms (IBL Data & Atlas websites). These resources are already accelerating labs worldwide and exemplify her commitment to reproducible, collaborative neuroscience. Selected Honors: UCLA Excellence in Postdoc Mentoring Award (2024) James M. and Cathleen D. Stone Faculty Research Award, CSHL (2020) Louise Hanson Marshall Special Recognition Award, Society for Neuroscience (2017) Janett Rosenberg Trubatch Career Development Award, SfN (2012) Funding & Leadership: Churchland has served as Principal or Co-Principal Investigator on continuous NIH support since 2008, including a current U19 “State-dependent Decision-making in Brain-wide Neural Circuits” and prior R01 and K99/R00 awards. She is an active member of the NeuroAI initiative, promoting two-way interactions between neuroscience and next-generation artificial intelligence. Training Environment: The Churchland lab at UCLA provides a vibrant training ground for postdoctoral fellows and graduate students, integrating experimental design, advanced data acquisition, large-scale compute, and theoretical analysis. Trainees leave with broad expertise valued in both academic and tech sectors, as evidenced by her 2024 UCLA mentoring award.

Diego Mendoza Hallidayمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neural Circuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Diego Mendoza Halliday is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh and Principal Investigator of the Mendoza-Halliday Lab. He holds affiliations with the Center for the Neural Basis of Cognition (CNBC), a joint venture between the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), and is a Research Affiliate at MIT's McGovern Institute for Brain Research. Previously, he served as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Research Scientist at MIT under Dr. Robert Desimone. His education includes a Ph.D. in Cognitive Neurophysiology from McGill University (2014) and postdoctoral training at MIT. His research focuses on understanding the neural mechanisms underlying working memory manipulation, particularly how neurons and microcircuits across brain regions dynamically transform and monitor mental representations. Techniques employed include high-density laminar electrophysiology and custom optogenetic tools to study cognitive functions like attention and decision-making. Key research themes include neuronal substrates of visual attention and working memory, spectrolaminar cortical organization, and optogenetic innovation. Recent work highlights dissociable neural pathways for attention and memory and universal cortical layer-specific activity patterns. His lab's interdisciplinary approach bridges electrophysiology, optogenetics, and computational modeling to uncover foundational mechanisms of human cognition. Notable contributions include developing ultra-sensitive optogenetic opsins and revealing laminar-specific neural dynamics across primate cortex. Awards and honors are not explicitly listed in available texts, but his work has been published in top-tier journals like Neuron and Nature Neuroscience .

Alison Barthمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Characterization of Neural Circuits
• Computational Neuroscience
• Computational Methods
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alison Barth is the Maxwell H. and Gloria C. Connan Professor in the Life Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University, affiliated with the Department of Biological Sciences and the Neuroscience Institute. As a core faculty member of the Neuroscience Institute, her research focuses on neural circuitry, computational neuroscience, and synaptic processes, particularly examining how sensory experiences modify cortical circuits. Her work integrates advanced imaging and electrophysiological techniques to study learning and memory mechanisms, with a focus on somatostatin interneurons and their roles in cortical plasticity. Research Expertise: Neural circuits, synaptic plasticity, sensory learning, GABAergic inhibition, neurotechnologies like expansion microscopy, and neurodegenerative disease models. Affiliations: Biological Sciences Department, Neuroscience Institute (core faculty), and PNC Training Faculty. Her studies often involve mouse models to investigate experience-dependent changes in neuronal activity and connectivity, with recent work exploring the impact of reward contingencies on cortical inhibition and the molecular basis of synaptic reorganization in Alzheimer’s disease models. Dr. Barth collaborates on developing neurotechnologies such as Magnify microscopy for high-resolution neural circuit analysis.

• Neuroimaging
• Medical Imaging
• Data Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Thomas Close is a National Imaging Facility Informatics Fellow at the School of Biomedical Engineering, University of Sydney . His work focuses on neuroimaging analysis, computational neuroscience, and developing reproducible research tools. He holds a PhD and has contributed to advancements in medical imaging technologies like MRI/PET motion correction and multimodal data integration. Education: PhD (details not specified). Affiliations: National Imaging Facility, School of Biomedical Engineering, and collaborations with institutions like Monash University. Research Interests: Dr. Close specializes in neuroimaging methodologies, including motion correction algorithms, multimodal imaging (fMRI/PET), and open-source software frameworks for reproducible neuroscience. His work bridges computational techniques and clinical applications, with a focus on cerebellar function and neurodegenerative diseases such as Friedreich ataxia. Publications: His recent research includes Neurodesk (an open science tool for neuroimaging), cortico-cerebellar architecture studies, and advancements in diffusion MRI tractography. His work emphasizes reproducibility, open science practices, and collaborative platforms like Brainhack. Grants/Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed in the provided texts. However, his research collaborations suggest engagement with interdisciplinary teams. Labs/Teams: Associated with the National Imaging Facility, where he contributes to informatics initiatives, and the University of Sydney’s Biomedical Engineering labs focusing on neuroimaging technologies.

Yuranny Cabral-Calderinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neural oscillations
• Neural entrainment
• Noninvasive brain stimulation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yuranny Cabral-Calderin is a Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. She holds a PhD in Systems Neurosciences from the University of Göttingen (2016), an MSc in Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience from the Cuban Center for Neuroscience (2011), and a Diploma in Psychology from Havana University (2007). Her research focuses on neural oscillations, noninvasive brain stimulation, and auditory/visual perception, with a particular interest in neural entrainment mechanisms and brain imaging techniques like EEG-fMRI and tACS. She has contributed to understanding how rhythmic auditory stimulation and transcranial stimulation modulate brain activity and perception. Her work spans both human and animal models (e.g., bats), exploring cortical networks and oscillatory coherence. Awards include the Merit Abstract Award (OHBM, 2015) and FENS-IBRO stipend (2014). She has held postdoctoral positions at the Max Planck Institute, Goethe University’s Brain Imaging Center, and the German Resilience Center, contributing to interdisciplinary research on neural circuits, consciousness, and cognition.

Christof Kochمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Neuroscience
• Consciousness
• Computational Neuroscience
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Christof Koch is a renowned neuroscientist serving as Meritorious Investigator at the Allen Institute for Brain Science and Chief Scientist at the Tiny Blue Dot Foundation. His primary research explores the neural mechanisms underlying consciousness, integrating theoretical neuroscience with experimental approaches. With over 300 publications, his work spans neurophysiology, computational modeling, and clinical applications of consciousness research. His research focuses on understanding how neuronal activity gives rise to subjective experience, utilizing techniques ranging from single-cell recordings to large-scale brain mapping. Koch investigates neural correlates of consciousness through integrated information theory and develops neurotechnological approaches for brain disorders. Koch's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on cortical circuit mechanisms, consciousness assessment methodologies, and comparative neuroanatomy. His work combines advanced neuroimaging, electrophysiological techniques, and theoretical modeling to unravel brain complexity. The research consistently bridges fundamental neuroscience with clinical applications, particularly in neuromonitoring and brain-computer interfaces. He leads multidisciplinary teams at the Allen Institute and collaborates internationally, driving innovations in brain mapping and consciousness research. Koch mentors numerous early-career neuroscientists through the MindScope program and various institutional initiatives.