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Sharmili Edwin Thanarajahمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Metabolic Disorders
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Sharmili Edwin Thanarajah is a researcher at the Goethe University Frankfurt , affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and the Department of Psychiatry, Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy . Her work focuses on the intersection of peripheral metabolism, brain signaling, and mental health, utilizing advanced neuroimaging and intervention studies. Research Interests Impact of dietary factors on brain function Metabolism-neurocircuitry interactions Neuromodulation via vagus nerve stimulation Intranasal insulin's effects on cognition Translational psychiatry Key Publications Her research spans multidisciplinary areas including: Modulating midbrain activity through metabolic interventions Anti-inflammatory effects of vagus nerve stimulation Linking reward processing to habitual dietary patterns Neuroimaging-based studies of eating behavior Clinical applications of neuromodulation techniques Methods & Expertise She employs functional MRI , structural MRI , and intervention studies to explore these domains, with recent work addressing emotional processing and metabolic influences on mental health.

Philippe Toblerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroeconomics
• Social Neuroscience
• Decision Making
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Philippe Tobler is an Associate Professor of Neuroeconomics and Social Neuroscience at the Department of Economics, University of Zurich. His research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying decision making, reward learning, and social behavior, particularly studying brain structures like the dopaminergic midbrain, striatum, and prefrontal cortex. He employs functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and pharmacological interventions to investigate how economic reward parameters (e.g., risk, delay, probability) are processed in the brain. His work also explores individual differences in reward processing and the implications for conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Tobler has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, including studies on social threat learning, testosterone's impact on social behavior, and the role of neurotransmitters in decision-making processes. He collaborates with institutions like the Zurich Center for Neuroeconomics and teaches courses on decision neuroscience and neuroeconomics.

Oliver Behrendمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Amphibian lateral line system
• Auditory processing
• Neuroethology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Oliver Behrend is a Professor at the Department of Biology II within the Faculty of Biology at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, where he serves as Managing Director of the Munich Center for Neurosciences - Brain & Mind . His research focuses on comparative neurobiology and auditory processing mechanisms across vertebrates. Behrend's work examines: 1) Amphibian lateral line systems for surface wave localization, 2) Mammalian sound localization through interaural time difference processing, and 3) Auditory feedback mechanisms in echolocating bats. His studies span neuroethology, auditory neuroscience, and sensory-motor integration. Publications reveal multidisciplinary approaches to sensory neuroscience with keywords: Neuroethology Computational neuroscience Auditory pathways Sensory integration Neural coding Comparative neuroanatomy Contact: o.behrend@lmu.de

Harald Lukschمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Sensory Integration
• Midbrain Function
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Harald Luksch is Professor and Chair of Zoology at the Department of Animal Sciences, Technical University of Munich (TUM). He serves on the MCN advisory Board and holds full membership and Scientific Board positions within the Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences (GSN). His research centers on sensory integration in the vertebrate midbrain, using chicken as a primary model. The midbrain functions as a central hub for sensorimotor integration, constructing multimodal sensory maps that enable rapid behavioral responses. Key investigations include bottom-up attention control, stimulus competition mechanisms, target detection processes, and network dynamics during self-movement, with specific emphasis on the tecto-isthmic circuitry. Analysis of his 2013-2018 publications reveals consistent focus on avian midbrain circuitry, particularly optic tectum organization and cross-modal sensory processing. The work integrates neuroanatomical mapping, electrophysiological recordings, and behavioral analysis to dissect how neural networks encode spatial information and mediate attentional selection in vertebrates. Professor Luksch has mentored doctoral researchers including: Hamed Yeganegi Maximilian Bothe His laboratory at TUM's Freising-Weihenstephan campus maintains active research programs investigating midbrain function in avian species, with particular expertise in tectal network dynamics and multisensory integration mechanisms.

Oliver Behrendمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Auditory System
• Comparative Neurobiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Oliver Behrend is a Professor and Managing Director at the Munich Center for Neurosciences (LMU Munich), affiliated with the Faculty of Biology. His research focuses on auditory and sensory neurobiology, including interaural time difference coding, bat echolocation, amphibian sensory systems, and neural processing of environmental stimuli. Education & Affiliations: Munich Center for Neurosciences (LMU) Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences Collaborative Research Center 870 Research Interests: Behrend's work spans auditory neuroscience, comparative neurobiology, and neuroethology. Key areas include: Binaural hearing mechanisms in mammals and bats Lateral line sensory systems in amphibians Neural coding of acoustic and water wave parameters Echolocation signal processing in bats like Rhinolophus rouxi Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes interaural time difference processing (e.g., glycinergic inhibition in MSO), comparative analyses of sensory systems (e.g., Xenopus laevis), and editorial contributions to neurobiology conferences. Over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 1997 highlight expertise in auditory physiology, neuroethology, and sensory integration. Grants & Labs: Behrend leads the Munich Center for Neurosciences, a collaborative hub for systemic neuroscience research. His involvement in CRC 870 and graduate programs underscores his role in training the next generation of neuroscientists.

• Quantitative MRI
• Neuroimaging
• Alzheimer's Disease Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gisela Hagberg is a Senior Research Scientist and Project Leader at the Scheffler Group, Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics and University Hospital Tübingen, Germany . She earned her MSc in Engineering Physics from EPFL and LTH in 1990, a PhD in Biophysics from the University of Basel in 1993, a Medical Physics Specialization from Sapienza University of Rome in 2007, and a Habilitation from the Medical Faculty of the University of Tübingen in 2023. Her research focuses on quantitative MRI methods at ultrahigh magnetic fields (UHF) to study brain microstructure, including applications in neuroanatomy, Alzheimer's disease, and functional MRI of deep brain nuclei like the superior colliculus. Education MSc in Engineering Physics, EPFL and LTH (1990) PhD in Biophysics, University of Basel (1993) Medical Physics Specialization, Sapienza University of Rome (2007) Habilitation, Medical Faculty, University of Tübingen (2023) Research Interests Development of quantitative MRI protocols for ultrahigh magnetic fields (UHF) to map brain microstructure, including T1, T2*, and quantitative susceptibility mapping (QSM). Investigation of age-dependent variations in brain microstructure, beta-amyloid plaques in Alzheimer's, and iron inclusions in neurodegenerative conditions. Functional MRI (fMRI) studies of midbrain structures like the superior colliculus (SC) at 9.4T, combining in vivo and post-mortem imaging with histological validation. Grants and Collaborations Italian Ministry of Health grants (RF00.97, RF05.103, etc.) University of Tübingen CIN/Pool (2012-11) EU-LAC Health and Collaborative Research in Computational Neuroscience Multi-center studies on iron phantoms at 3-14.1T Teaching and Service Lecturer at Università Tor Vergata, Rome Co-supervisor of five PhD theses and seven MSc theses Organizer and board member of AIFM, ISMRM, and European Congress of Radiology Referee for journals including Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Nature Medicine

Quirin Krabichlerمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Social Neuroscience
• Neuroendocrinology
• Oxytocin Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Quirin Krabichler is a Research Fellow at the Central Institute of Mental Health, Mannheim, affiliated with Heidelberg University's Medical Faculty within the Department of Neuropeptide Research in Psychiatry, where he investigates neural mechanisms of social behavior and affective states. His academic background includes a PhD in Comparative Neuroscience (summa cum laude) alongside M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Biology. Dr. Krabichler's research centers on oxytocinergic modulation of the midbrain periaqueductal gray (PAG), employing optogenetics, chemogenetics, and in vivo calcium imaging to map neural connectivity and behavioral functions. He actively collaborates on projects exploring oxytocinergic and vasopressinergic brain circuits, with expertise spanning stereotactic injections, behavioral analysis, and fiber photometry. His work bridges molecular neuroendocrinology with complex social behavior paradigms. Publication trends reveal a transition from foundational avian visual system neuroanatomy to contemporary focus on oxytocin-mediated social neuroscience, highlighting methodological evolution toward circuit-level interrogation of neuromodulatory systems. Key recognition includes: Walter Benjamin Position by the German Research Foundation (DFG) As a DFG-funded postdoctoral researcher, he drives experimental projects using cutting-edge neuromodulation techniques without formal advising responsibilities. His technical proficiency in opto-/chemogenetics and neural circuit mapping supports collaborative grant initiatives within the institute's psychiatric neuroscience framework. He operates within the Neuropeptide Research in Psychiatry team at the Central Institute of Mental Health, utilizing specialized laboratories for behavioral phenotyping and neural activity recording.

• Developmental Biology
• Psychiatric Disorders
• Translational Imaging
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jonathan Reinwald is a researcher at the Central Institute of Mental Health, Mannheim , affiliated with two research groups: Developmental Biology of Psychiatric Disorders and Translational Imaging . His work focuses on systems-level neurobiological mechanisms in psychiatric conditions using animal models and advanced imaging techniques. Research Interests : Developmental origins of psychiatric disorders Translational neuroimaging methodologies Early-life social stress effects on neural circuits Dopamine transporter dysfunction in psychopathology Structural and functional brain connectivity Gene-environment interactions in mental health Publication Trends : Recent studies emphasize neuroimaging in rodent models of schizophrenia, stress-related psychiatric risks, and computational approaches to understanding brain connectivity alterations. Collaborative work spans molecular neuroscience, systems biology, and psychiatric imaging. Research Groups : Dr. Reinwald contributes to translational imaging and developmental psychiatry research at ZI Mannheim, focusing on cross-species validation of neural mechanisms and innovative imaging protocols for psychiatric modeling.

Jochen Roeperمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurophysiology
• Dopaminergic Midbrain System
• Ion Channel Pathophysiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jochen Roeper is a Professor at the Institute for Neurophysiology , Goethe University Frankfurt , specializing in the dopaminergic midbrain system and its role in movement, motivation, and cognition. His work addresses pathophysiological mechanisms in disorders like Parkinson's Disease , Schizophrenia , and ADHD , focusing on ion channels , electrical activity , and plasticity in dopamine neurons. Methods : In vitro/vivo patch-clamp, microelectrode recordings, neuroanatomical tracing, immunohistochemistry, transgenic models Key Research Themes : Channelopathies, neuronal excitability, neurodegenerative disease models Recent publications highlight studies on Cav1.3 calcium channels , Kv4 channelopathies , and optogenetic modulation of dopamine neurons. Collaborators include researchers from Germany, Israel, and Canada. Contact: roeper@em.uni-frankfurt.de

• Neuroscience
• Neurodegenerative Disorders
• Metabolism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Marc Tittgemeyer leads the Department of Translational Neurocircuitry at the Max Planck Institute for Metabolism Research in Cologne, Germany. His work bridges neuroendocrinology, neurodegenerative diseases, and neuroimaging, focusing on dopamine pathways, obesity mechanisms, and Parkinson’s disease progression. His research employs multimodal approaches including PET imaging, neuropharmacology, and computational modeling. Research Interests: His key areas include: Neurocircuitry of reward and motivation Dopamine-driven motor and cognitive deficits in Parkinson’s Neuroendocrine regulation of appetite and metabolism Genetic and metabolic drivers of impulse control disorders Deep brain stimulation mechanisms Key Findings: Recent work highlights dopamine’s role in movement motivation, thalamic opioid effects on sugar craving, and liraglutide’s cognitive benefits in obesity. His articles emphasize network connectivity disruptions in neurodegenerative diseases and metabolic-neural interactions. Collaborations: Engages in translational research combining clinical imaging (PET/fMRI), genetic analysis, and behavioral studies to advance disease biomarkers. Active in developing AI-driven diagnostic tools for Parkinson’s using machine learning on radiomic data.

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Neuroimaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Becker is a researcher at the Zentralinstitut für Seelische Gesundheit (ZI) in Mannheim, Germany, affiliated with the Translational Imaging research group. His work focuses on understanding brain circuits in psychiatric disorders, neurodevelopmental mechanisms, and systems-level neuroimaging. Research Interests Neuroscience Psychiatry Neuroimaging Computational Neuroscience Psychiatric Disorders Brain Imaging Key Publications His research spans psychiatric neuroimaging (2022), autism genetics (2009), and early-life stress mechanisms (2018). Recent studies highlight striatal prediction coding (2022) and dopamine transporter silencing in rats (2022). Labs & Collaborations He collaborates with institutions like Johns Hopkins University and Children’s Hospital Boston, contributing to large consortia such as the Autism Genome Project Consortium and IMI-NEWMEDS.

• Neuroimaging
• Functional Connectivity
• Psychiatric Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Markus Sack is a researcher in the Department of Neuroimaging at the Central Institute of Mental Health (ZI), Mannheim, Germany. His work focuses on translational neuroimaging, particularly functional connectivity analysis, brain circuitry in psychiatric disorders, and neurochemical imaging techniques like MR spectroscopy. Research Interests Functional connectivity in rodent models Neural mechanisms of psychiatric disorders Translational imaging methodologies MR spectroscopy standardization Brain network dynamics Stress-related neurocircuitry Publications His recent work (2020-2023) spans cross-site imaging comparisons, psychiatric risk modeling, and consensus protocols for neuroimaging analysis. Key themes include animal models, brain connectivity, and translational applications to mental health. Contact He works in the Main Medical Building, Basement, Room 01.128, with phone +49 621 1703-2960.

Sandra Blaessمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental neurobiology
• Midbrain dopaminergic system
• Neural stem cells
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Sandra Blaess leads the Neurodevelopmental Genetics research group at the Institute for Reconstructive Neurobiology, University of Bonn. As a faculty member of the Faculty of Medicine, she directs research focused on the development of the midbrain dopaminergic system and its implications for neurological disorders. Her work bridges developmental neurobiology with clinical applications, particularly in understanding Parkinson's disease and neuropsychiatric conditions. Dr. Blaess's research investigates how neuronal diversity emerges in the dopaminergic system, using developmental genetic approaches, genetic tracing methods, electrophysiology, and optogenetic techniques. Her team explores how developmental processes determine the connectivity and function of midbrain dopaminergic (mDA) neuronal subtypes in the adult brain. A major focus is understanding why specific mDA neuron subsets are particularly vulnerable in Parkinson's disease and how alterations in the dopaminergic system contribute to neuropsychiatric disorders including depression, schizophrenia, and substance abuse. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on dopaminergic neuron development, neural circuit formation, and the molecular mechanisms underlying neuronal diversity. Her work spans from basic developmental mechanisms to disease modeling, with increasing focus on advanced imaging techniques and precise circuit analysis. The research demonstrates consistent progression from fundamental developmental questions toward translational applications in neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric disorders. Dr. Blaess actively mentors doctoral students, MD students, and postdoctoral researchers, fostering the next generation of neuroscientists. Her group participates in teaching modules for the Master of Neuroscience program and Bachelor of Science program in Molecular Biomedicine at the University of Bonn. The Neurodevelopmental Genetics group operates within the Institute for Reconstructive Neurobiology at the LIFE & BRAIN Center, utilizing advanced techniques including mouse models, histology, molecular biology, cell culture, and electrophysiology. Current research directions include investigating migratory behavior of dopaminergic subpopulations, molecular mechanisms regulating their development, and how modulatory inputs influence prefrontal cortex maturation.

Emrah Düzelمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Alzheimer's Disease Research
• Parkinson's Disease Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Emrah Düzel is an active neuroscience researcher focusing on neurodegenerative diseases, cognitive aging, and advanced neuroimaging techniques. His work primarily investigates the role of neuromodulatory systems (particularly noradrenergic and dopaminergic) in memory processes and their alterations in aging and neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. His research expertise spans multiple advanced imaging modalities including ultra-high field MRI (7T), fMRI, PET, and CSF biomarker analysis. Professor Düzel has established himself as a leading researcher in locus coeruleus imaging and its relationship to cognitive aging and neurodegeneration. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on developing methodological standards for brainstem imaging, investigating neurotransmitter systems across the Alzheimer's disease spectrum, and exploring how dopaminergic circuits influence memory performance in aging. His work combines structural, functional, and molecular imaging approaches to understand the neural basis of cognitive changes in aging and disease. Professor Düzel is a key contributor to the European Ultrahigh-field Imaging Network for Neurodegenerative Diseases (EUFIND), a collaborative effort involving 22 European sites and one US site. His research has significant implications for early detection and intervention strategies in neurodegenerative diseases. He maintains a strong collaborative network, frequently working with researchers like Dr. Dorothea Hämmerer, Dr. Matthew Betts, and Prof. Dr. Oliver Speck on interdisciplinary projects bridging neuroscience, neuroimaging, and clinical neurology.

Ingrid Ehrlichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurobiology
• Neuroscience
• Synaptic Plasticity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Ingrid Ehrlich is a Professor and Head of Department at the Institute of Biomaterials and Biomolecular Systems within the University of Stuttgart. Her research focuses on neurobiology, synaptic plasticity, fear circuits, and sleep physiology, with a particular emphasis on amygdala intercalated cells, synaptic receptor dynamics, and applications in neuropharmacology. She explores mechanisms underlying fear memory, neural circuit modulation, and environmental influences on neurodegenerative processes. Her work integrates cutting-edge techniques such as optogenetics, electrophysiology, and advanced microscopy to dissect neural circuits and pharmacological interventions. Key contributions include studies on midbrain dopaminergic pathways, sleep-dependent synaptic renormalization, and mistletoe-based therapies for glioblastoma. Labs and teams under her leadership collaborate on projects spanning neurobiology, environmental toxicology, and translational medicine. No formal awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text, though her publications reflect significant scholarly impact.