جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Anna Schroederمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neural Circuits
• Internal States
• Behavioral Flexibility
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Anna Schroeder is a tenure-track Assistant Professor (W2) of Systemic Neuroscience at Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) Munich. She leads the Schroeder Lab, focusing on neural circuit mechanisms underlying internal state-driven behavioral flexibility and developing neuromodulation therapies for psychiatric diseases. Her research integrates advanced molecular, cellular, and circuit-level techniques with machine learning in mouse models. Affiliations: Faculty of Biology (Division of Neurobiology), Munich Center for Neurosciences, Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience Education: B.A. (University of Chicago), M.Sc. (Charité), Ph.D. (KU Leuven), Postdoc (Max Planck Institute) Her research explores how emotions, motivations, and physiological needs are processed in the zona incerta and how these influence adaptive behavior. Key methodologies include 2-photon imaging, optogenetics, and behavioral paradigms. Awards: ERC Starting Grant (2025-2030), BBRF Young Investigator Award, Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship. Advising & Grants: Supervised multiple students (e.g., Aseem Gidwani, Shambhavi Phadnis). Funded by ERC, Boehringer Ingelheim, and DFG. Labs/Teams: Collaborates across institutions and mentors women in science through initiatives like L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science.

Jochen Wintererمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Neurophysiology
• Synaptic Plasticity
• Molecular Neuroscience
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jochen Winterer is a Lecturer in Systems Neuroscience at ETH Zürich's Institute for Neuroscience, where he teaches Molecular Neurophysiology. His research examines molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying synaptic plasticity, neural circuit function, and circadian regulation. Recent work focuses on microRNA-mediated control of synaptic strength, homeostatic plasticity mechanisms, and circadian neurobiology. His publication trends show strong emphasis on: MicroRNA regulation of neuronal function Synaptic scaling mechanisms Circadian rhythm neurobiology Transcriptomic approaches to neural circuitry

• Neuroscience
• Endocrinology
• Neurobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Csaba Leranth, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences and of Neuroscience at Yale School of Medicine. His research focuses on neuroendocrine mechanisms, synaptic plasticity, and the effects of environmental chemicals like bisphenol A (BPA) on brain structure. He holds affiliations with the Neural Transplant and Neurobehavior Program and the Reproductive Neurosciences Group. Education includes an MD from Semmelweis University (1964) and a PhD from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (1978). His work explores hormonal influences on synapses, particularly in hippocampal and prefrontal regions, with implications for depression, schizophrenia, and Parkinson’s disease models. Key findings include BPA’s disruption of estrogen-dependent synaptogenesis and testosterone’s effects on neural connectivity. Recent studies emphasize BPA’s cognitive deficits in non-human primates and sex-specific responses to phencyclidine (PCP) in schizophrenia models. He has contributed to gene therapy approaches for Parkinson’s disease using stem cells and GDNF delivery. Notable awards include the 1994 Wolfgang-Bargman Prize. His interdisciplinary teams investigate neuroendocrine pathways, with collaborations across Yale’s departments and global institutions. Ongoing research addresses translational applications of synaptic plasticity mechanisms to neurological disorders.

Selene Lomoioمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Axonal Trafficking
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Selene Lomoio is a Research Assistant Professor in Neuroscience at Tufts University School of Medicine. Her work focuses on Alzheimer’s disease mechanisms, particularly the role of GGA3 protein in axonal trafficking of BACE1. She collaborates with Dr. G. Tesco and Dr. D. Kaplan on 3D neural tissue models using patient-derived iPSCs grown in silk-collagen scaffolds. Key affiliations include the Tufts University School of Medicine and the Tesco laboratory. Education: B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences/Neurobiology/Cell Biology from University of Pavia (2006-2012). Postdoctoral training at Tufts University (2013-2019). Research Interests: Alzheimer’s pathogenesis, BACE1 regulation, GGA3 function, axonopathy, iPSC-derived neural models, mitochondrial-endoplasmic reticulum interactions. Grants: NIH funding for cell-type specific AD variants study (2020-2025), BrightFocus Foundation support for GGA3/BACE1 research (2016-2018). Teaching: Neurosci Lab Techniques courses at Tufts University. Languages: English (fluent), Spanish (fluent), German (reading comprehension). Professional Tags: Neurosciences, Cellular, Nervous System.

Erin Schumanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Synaptic transmission and plasticity
• Protein synthesis and degradation
• Local transcriptomes and proteomes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erin Schuman is a distinguished neuroscientist holding multiple prominent academic positions: Professor of Synaptic Functions and Plasticity at Radboud Universiteit (2021-present), Professor for Neuronal Synaptic Dynamics at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University (2015-present), and Director of the Max Planck Institute for Brain Research in Frankfurt (2009-present). Previously, she spent 16 years at California Institute of Technology, rising from Assistant Professor (1993) to full Professor (2004-2010), while simultaneously serving as an HHMI Investigator (1997-2009). Her educational background includes a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Southern California (1985), a Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Princeton University (1990), and postdoctoral training in Molecular and Cellular Physiology at Stanford University. Schuman's research program has remained remarkably focused on the molecular mechanisms of synaptic function throughout her career. Her work centers on local protein synthesis at synapses , investigating how neurons regulate mRNA translation, proteome dynamics, and protein degradation within dendritic compartments. This research has established fundamental principles of how synapses maintain their function through local control mechanisms, bridging molecular biology with systems neuroscience. Her laboratory pioneered techniques for visualizing local protein synthesis in neurons and demonstrated its critical role in synaptic plasticity. Analysis of her publication history reveals a consistent trajectory exploring synaptic mechanisms, with recent work (2012-2017) focusing on advanced imaging of local transcriptomes and proteomes, while maintaining the core theme established in her seminal 1995-1996 papers on neurotrophin-induced plasticity requiring local protein synthesis. Her publications span top journals including Science, Nature, Neuron, and Cell, with approximately 150 papers and an h-index of 62. Major Awards: Körber European Science Prize (2024) Foreign Member of the Royal Society (2024) The Brain Prize (2023) EMBO Women in Science Award (2022) Rosenstiel Award (2022) Louis-Jeantet Prize for Medicine (2020) Salpeter Lifetime Achievement Award (2018) Schuman has received sustained funding throughout her career including ERC Advanced Investigator Awards (2012-2016, 2017-2021), HHMI support (1997-2009), and earlier career awards including the Beckman Young Investigator Award and Pew Biomedical Scholar. At the Max Planck Institute, she founded and leads the Department of Synaptic Plasticity, directing a research team investigating the cell biological control of synapses through local transcriptomes and proteomes.

Pierre-Marie Lledoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurophysiology
• Neuroplasticity
• Neural development
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Pierre-Marie Lledo is a leading figure in cellular neurobiology, currently serving as Head of the Laboratory 'Perception and Memory' at the Institut Pasteur and Director of the CNRS Unit 'Genes, Synapses and Cognition'. He has held pivotal academic roles including Director of the Neuroscience teaching program at the Pasteur Institute since 2002, Vice-President of the Scientific Council of the Pasteur Institute since 2008, and Faculty member at Universita' di Torino since 2009. His research focuses on Adult neurogenesis mechanisms Sensory system plasticity Neural stem cell dynamics Olfactory circuitry development Synaptic transmission regulation Neuroplasticity and memory He pioneered the use of olfactory systems to study adult neurogenesis and its functional implications. His recent publications (2008-2010) explore topics spanning Neurogenesis in social behavior Synaptic plasticity mechanisms Stem cell regulation in olfactory circuits Experience-dependent neuronal survival Neurochemical interactions in hippocampal neurogenesis Developmental neuroplasticity Notable scientific recognitions include CNRS Medal for best Junior Scientist (1995) Young Investigator Awards (Paris Academy, DRET 1995-1996) Schlumberger Foundation Award (2002) Dual French Academy Awards (Medicine 2004, Science 2005/2007) New York Academy of Sciences membership (2009) As a member of the Academia Europaea and French Neuroscience Foundation Council, he significantly influences neuroscience research directions. His laboratory developed viral tools for in situ neuronal development studies and discovered inhibitory circuit maturation's role in controlling brain plasticity timing.

Michel van den Oeverمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neurobiology
• Memory Formation and Stabilization
• Drug Addiction Models
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michel van den Oever is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Science at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, holding dual affiliations with Amsterdam Neuroscience (Compulsivity, Impulsivity & Attention and Mood, Anxiety, Psychosis, Stress & Sleep programs). His research focuses on the neural circuitry underlying long-lasting episodic memories, particularly the stabilization of new memories into persistent remote memories. He employs mouse models of drug addiction and conditioned fear, combined with optogenetics and viral vector approaches to manipulate neuronal activity. His work bridges molecular plasticity with behavioral outcomes, aiming to dissect the spatial and temporal organization of cortical circuits in memory formation. Key research interests include synaptic engram dynamics, the role of astrocytes in memory retrieval, and the impact of stress on memory consolidation. He teaches courses on Behavioral Neurosciences and The Developing Brain , reflecting his expertise in neurobiological mechanisms. His team's contributions advance understanding of addiction, fear, and memory disorders, with implications for psychiatric and neurodegenerative conditions.

Stephen Sammutمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Mental Health
• Reproductive Neuroscience
• Drug-Induced Pregnancy Termination
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Stephen Sammut is a Professor of Psychology at Franciscan University of Steubenville. His research focuses on reproductive neuroscience, mental health, and the neuropharmacological impacts of drug-induced interventions. He has conducted extensive studies on pregnancy termination effects, student mental health, and neurobehavioral mechanisms. His work includes exploring progesterone’s role in reversing mifepristone-induced pregnancy termination (2023), analyzing university student mental health decline (2024), and investigating compulsive internet pornography use (2021). He has also studied long-term uterine vascular changes post-pregnancy (2021) and the physiological consequences of medical abortion (2019). Dr. Sammut’s articles span neuropharmacology (e.g., dopamine modulation of striatal activity), public health (COVID-19 mental health impacts), and behavioral neuroscience. His research often uses animal models to study neural pathways and hormonal effects. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his work has received attention, including a 2019 highlighted study on abortion effects. He oversees perinatal research funding through university donations.

Anton Maximovمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Synaptic Plasticity
• Memory Formation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anton Maximov, PhD, is the Chair of the Department of Neuroscience at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI), located in La Jolla, California. He holds a tenured position as an Associate Professor within The Dorris Neuroscience Center. His academic journey includes a PhD in Biology from the Russian Academy of Sciences (1998) and an M.S. in Biophysics/Biochemistry from St.-Petersburg State University (1996). Before joining TSRI, he completed postdoctoral training at UT Southwestern Medical Center, focusing on physiology and neuroscience. Maximov's research integrates experimental biology with artificial intelligence to reverse-engineer memory storage in the brain. His lab investigates hippocampal circuitry, synaptic connectivity, and experience-dependent plasticity. Techniques include optical imaging, serial electron microscopy, and computational modeling. Collaborations with institutions like NIH underpin projects aimed at understanding memory engrams and neural network dynamics. Research Themes: Structural basis of synaptic diversity and plasticity Role of inhibitory interneurons in memory circuits Genetic and epigenetic regulation of neural activity Development of molecular tools for neural circuit manipulation While no formal student advisees are listed, his lab employs a team of researchers and collaborators. Funding sources include NIH grants supporting projects on synaptic architecture and metabolic-neuronal activity links. The lab’s mission emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to combat memory disorders via foundational neuroscience discoveries.

William Marksمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurovirology
• Neuroinflammation
• HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

William Marks is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas), serving as the Undergraduate Teaching Lab Coordinator. He holds academic affiliations with the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences and the Department of Neuroscience. His research focuses on neurovirology, specifically HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders, and explores circuit physiology underlying learning and memory. He received his PhD in Neuroscience from Virginia Commonwealth University (2017), MA in Biology from SUNY Buffalo State (2012), and BS in Biology from Franciscan University of Steubenville (2009). His research investigates how HIV-1 Tat protein and morphine interact to disrupt neuronal function in striatal and hippocampal circuits, with a focus on synaptic plasticity, dendritic spine dynamics, and electrophysiological changes. He employs optogenetic techniques and in vivo calcium imaging to study temporal and contextual memory formation. Recent work highlights sex-related differences in cognitive deficits linked to HIV pathogenesis, revealing disruptions in Arc/Arg3.1 signaling pathways. Dr. Marks coordinates undergraduate neuroscience teaching labs, receiving a 2025 Instructional Improvement Award for developing virtual reality applications and physiological recording tools in lab curricula. His funded projects emphasize integrating advanced technologies to enhance neuroscience education. He has published extensively on neurovirology, drug neurotoxicity, and neural circuit mechanisms, with over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2015. Professional preparation includes a postdoctoral fellowship at UT Southwestern Medical Center (2018–2023), where he studied the neural circuits governing temporal and contextual memory integration. His work bridges basic neuroscience research with educational innovation, fostering student engagement through hands-on laboratory experiences.

Daniel Englishمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neural Circuits
• Hippocampal Physiology
• Electrophysiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel English is an Assistant Professor at the Virginia Tech School of Neuroscience . His research focuses on neural circuit physiology in the hippocampus, particularly how synaptic interactions between excitatory and inhibitory neurons generate spatial representations and support learning about reward-associated environments. Key Techniques: In vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics, neural circuit manipulation Research Themes: Hippocampal network dynamics, memory formation, spatial cognition Recent Publications show expertise in: Neural oscillation mechanisms (ripples, sharp waves) Advanced optoelectrode development Interneuron function in behavior Contact: neurodan83@vt.edu

• Neuroscience
• Epilepsy Research
• Ion Channel Physiology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Dirk Isbrandt is a leading neuroscientist and Group Leader at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) affiliated with the University of Bonn's Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying neurological disorders, particularly epilepsy and neurodegenerative conditions. Based at the DZNE site in Bonn, he directs a research group investigating ion channel function, neural network dynamics, and brain development using sophisticated mouse models. Isbrandt's research interests span multiple domains of neuroscience, with particular emphasis on HCN (hyperpolarization-activated cyclic nucleotide-gated) channels and their role in neurological disorders. His work explores how channelopathies contribute to epilepsy, abnormal brain development, and network dysfunction. He investigates the molecular mechanisms of neural excitability, synaptic transmission, and network dynamics in both healthy and disease states. His laboratory employs a multidisciplinary approach combining electrophysiology, molecular biology, behavioral analysis, and advanced imaging techniques to unravel the complexities of brain function and dysfunction. Analysis of Professor Isbrandt's publication record reveals a consistent focus on the role of ion channels, particularly HCN channels, in neurological disorders. His research demonstrates how genetic alterations in these channels lead to epilepsy, developmental abnormalities, and cognitive impairments. A significant portion of his work involves developing and characterizing mouse models that replicate human neurological conditions, providing valuable insights into disease mechanisms and potential therapeutic approaches. His recent publications show an expanding interest in the intersection of metabolism and neurological function, as evidenced by studies on creatine metabolism and its implications for brain disorders. As a principal investigator, Professor Isbrandt leads a research team comprising postdoctoral fellows, PhD students, and technical staff. His laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for electrophysiological recordings, behavioral testing, and molecular analysis. Collaborating with clinical researchers at the University Hospital Bonn, his work bridges basic neuroscience with clinical applications, aiming to translate fundamental discoveries into improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for patients with neurological disorders.

• Synaptic Neuroscience
• Memory Formation
• Optogenetics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christine Gee is a neuroscience researcher at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, affiliated with the Institute of Synaptic Neuroscience. She conducts cutting-edge research on synaptic plasticity mechanisms, memory formation processes, and neuroinflammatory conditions with a particular focus on astrocyte function in neurological disorders. Her research spans multiple domains within neuroscience, with emphasis on: The molecular mechanisms underlying synaptic strength and stability Role of cAMP and cGMP signaling pathways in neural function Application of optogenetic techniques to study neural circuits Investigation of astrocyte involvement in neuroinflammatory conditions like multiple sclerosis Development of novel imaging and computational approaches for neural analysis Dr. Gee's publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to understanding synaptic plasticity mechanisms, with recent work focusing on the interplay between structural changes at synapses and functional neural outcomes. Her research employs sophisticated techniques including optogenetics, advanced microscopy, and molecular approaches to unravel complex neural processes. She has been principal investigator on several significant research projects: FG 2419: GE 2762/1-1 (2016-2022): Investigating synaptic plasticity consequences for network stability FG 2419: GE 2762/3-2 (2019-2021): Further exploration of synaptic plasticity mechanisms SFB 1328 A07 (2018-2022): Studying astrocytic cAMP signaling in neuronal inflammation Her work bridges basic neuroscience with potential clinical applications, particularly in understanding neuroinflammatory conditions and developing novel approaches for neurological disorders.

Martin Korteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Synaptic plasticity
• Neuroinflammation
• Neurodegenerative diseases
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Martin Korte is a faculty member at the Technische Universität Braunschweig , serving as Professor of Cellular Neurobiology and Director of the Zoological Institute . Since 2012, he has led the Neuroinflammation and Neurodegeneration research group at the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research , bridging infection biology with neurodegenerative disease mechanisms. PhD in Signaling Systems at Hippocampal Synapses from the Max Planck Institute for Neurobiology Research focus: Synaptic plasticity, neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's disease, and infection-induced neurological impairments Methodological expertise: Neurophysiology, in vivo models, metabolomics, and neuroimaging His work systematically explores how viral infections (e.g., H7N7, H1N1) alter neuroinflammatory states, demonstrating mechanisms like immune challenge effects on noradrenergic systems and protective roles of interventions such as IL-37 expression or influenza vaccination. He investigates metabolite-based therapies (e.g., itaconate, OLT1177) for neuroinflammation and maintains critical contributions to understanding synaptic dysfunction in genetic models (APP/APLP families, Fragile X syndrome). Recent publications highlight his role in: Elucidating BDNF-inflammatory protein interactions via Mendelian randomization Establishing sex-specific neuroinflammatory responses to viral infections Advancing metabolic immunomodulation for Alzheimer's Linking digital media use to brain plasticity in his 2020 Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience article

Armando Miguel Caseiro Pires Remondesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Memory and Learning
• Systems Neuroscience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Armando Miguel Caseiro Pires Remondes holds a tenured Professor position in Physiology and Pharmacology and Therapeutics at Lusófona University's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (FMV-ULHT), alongside an invited Assistant Professor role in Physiology at the University of Lisbon's Faculty of Medicine (FMUL) and research affiliation with iMM-JLA. His career bridges clinical veterinary practice and neuroscience research, with 15 years of prior work at Caltech and MIT. Educational background includes: DVM from the University of Lisbon PhD in Neuroscience at California Institute of Technology (Caltech) under Erin Schuman Postdoctoral training at MIT's Brain and Cognitive Sciences Department with Matthew Wilson His research centers on neural circuit mechanisms in memory and learning, with emphasis on hippocampal and entorhinal cortex functions. Key methodologies include electrophysiology, optogenetics, and behavioral analysis. The fingerprint analysis from his publications shows dominant focus areas: Hippocampus (100%), Synapse (64%), Information Processing (64%), and Entorhinal Cortex (52%), alongside synaptic plasticity and behavioral neuroscience. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal three thematic clusters: opioid addiction memory traces (2024), cognitive control under processing fluency (2022-2023), and neural timing mechanisms (2021). His interdisciplinary work spans rodent models, electrophysiology, and even environmental virology during the pandemic. Scientific awards: No specific prizes, fellowships, or medals are documented in the source material. Remondes established and leads the Circuits/Systems Neuroscience Lab at FMV-ULHT from its inception in 2014, personally training students in electronics, micromechanics, computer analysis, animal surgery, electrophysiology, animal behavior, and optogenetics. The lab operates with a multidisciplinary team focused on neural circuit dynamics, though no grant details are provided. Lab infrastructure includes custom-built systems for electrophysiology and optogenetics, supporting research on memory encoding and behavioral outputs. His collaborative network spans neuroscience and marine science, as evidenced by the SARS-CoV-2 study referenced in policy sources.