جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Philip Jean-Richard Dit Bresselمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Motivated Learning
• Decision-Making
• Punishment Learning
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Dr. Philip Jean-Richard Dit Bressel is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Psychology, UNSW Sydney. As a behavioral neuroscientist and experimental psychologist, his work focuses on the psychology and neurobiology of motivated learning, decision-making, and behavior, particularly punishment learning. Education: PhD (2015) in Science from UNSW Sydney. Research Interests: He investigates how humans and animals learn from actions with negative consequences, emphasizing failures in instrumental contingency detection, aversion sensitivity, and computational modeling. His studies explore neural circuits (e.g., amygdala, prefrontal cortex) and neurotransmitter systems (e.g., dopamine) in adaptive and maladaptive behaviors, including addiction. Recent Article Trends: His publications span Neuron , eLife , PNAS , and Neuropsychopharmacology , covering topics like punishment insensitivity, corticothalamic circuits during conflict, benzodiazepine reversal of aversion coding, and fiber photometry tools. Keywords include behavioral neuroscience, computational modeling, and neurobiological mechanisms. Scientific Awards: 2025 Early Faculty Travel Award (International Behavioral Neuroscience Society) 2025 D.G. Marquis Behavioral Neuroscience Award (APA) 2024 Best Paper Award (Biological Psychiatry Australia) 2023 Millennium Science Fellowship (UNSW) 2022 Early Career Achievement Award (International Behavioral Neuroscience Society) 2015 Paxinos Neuroscience Prize (UNSW) 2011 Istvan Tork Neuroscience Prize (UNSW) Grants: Lead Investigator for an Australian Research Council Discovery Project (2022–2024) titled 'Brain circuits for parsing aversion,' valued at AU$340,023. Students: Supervises PhD candidates Bixuan Lin, Luke Keevers, and Min Lou.

Ryan Draftمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Neurobiology
• Developmental Neurobiology
• Pain Neurobiology
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Ryan Draft is a Lecturer in Molecular and Cellular Biology at Harvard University's Faculty of Arts and Sciences, where he serves as Assistant Director of the Harvard Neurobiology program and directs the undergraduate Neurobiology concentration. His office is located in the Biological Labs Building at Harvard. Dr. Draft specializes in neurobiology with research interests spanning developmental neurobiology, pain mechanisms, synaptic connectivity, and olfactory behavior. His current research focuses on ant olfactory behavior, specifically investigating antennae dynamics during odor tracking in Camponotus Pennsylvanicus to understand neural processing and decision making. Earlier in his career, he studied how synaptic circuitry develops and is refined using imaging techniques, physiology, and molecular genetics. His teaching portfolio includes MCB 115 (Cellular Basis of Neuronal Function), MCB 148 (The Neurobiology of Pain), and Neuro 103 (Building a Brain). His publications span developmental neurobiology, pain research, and olfactory behavior, showing an evolution from basic neural development to more specialized areas like pain pathways and sensory processing. His recent work emphasizes computational approaches to understanding neural decision-making in olfactory systems. Dr. Draft is deeply involved in undergraduate education as an academic advisor for Neurobiology students, helping guide them through curriculum choices, research opportunities, and career paths. He also co-directs summer research programs in Bangalore, India and Lisbon, Portugal.

• Neuroscience
• Neurobiology
• Physiology
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Laura Anne DeNardo is an Associate Professor and Department Vice Chair in Physiology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. She holds secondary appointments as an Associate Professor in Neurobiology and is actively engaged in research related to neuroscience, neurobiology, and physiological mechanisms underlying brain function. Primary Affiliation: Department of Physiology, UCLA School of Medicine Secondary Affiliation: Department of Neurobiology, UCLA School of Medicine Her research focuses on the neurobiological basis of memory formation, threat avoidance learning, and circuit development in the brain. Key areas include prefrontal cortex function, synaptic regulation by microglia, and the role of neuromodulators like dopamine in behavioral adaptation. She employs advanced genetic tools and behavioral models to study these processes in both humans and animals. Recent publications highlight her work on prefrontal ensemble transformations in threat avoidance, microglia-mediated synaptic development, and hypothalamic circuits for aggression. Her research spans topics like neural pathways in anxiety, time-dependent memory mechanisms, and neuroimmune interactions in brain function. Articles are distributed across neuroscience, neurology, biology, and cell biology disciplines.

Martha Nari Havenithمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive neuroscience
• Neural dynamics
• Attention mechanisms
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Dr. Martha Nari Havenith serves as Group Leader at the Havenith & Schölvinck Lab in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. She investigates how internally generated brain states influence sensory processing and behavior through combined approaches using Electrophysiological recordings Optogenetic manipulation Virtual reality behavioral tasks Advanced data mining techniques Her research bridges computational neuroscience with experimental paradigms to decode complex cognitive processes in mammalian brains. Her work focuses on Simultaneous encoding of multiple cognitive processes Cross-species comparison of neural mechanisms Development of immersive behavioral environments Understanding spontaneous brain activity dynamics Neurophysiological basis of consciousness Recent publications demonstrate technical innovations in neuroimaging hardware alongside methodological advancements for analyzing complex behavioral-neural interactions. Key collaborative projects include DomeVR virtual reality system DREAM implant technology Standardized attention metrics Cortical state analysis She co-founded 3Dneuro to translate her research into practical neurotechnology applications.

Allan I. Packمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sleep Medicine
• Genetics
• Genomics
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Allan I. Pack is a Professor at the Perelman School of Medicine , University of Pennsylvania , with affiliations including Fellow of the Institute on Aging, member of the Institute for Neurological Sciences, Center for Neurobiology and Behavior (Psychiatry Department), and the Institute for Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism. He serves as Assistant Dean and Director of Global Sleep Programs, and Director of Research Training in the Division of Sleep Medicine. Research focuses on the genetics and genomics of sleep disorders , utilizing Drosophila and mouse models to study sleep homeostasis and translate findings to human applications. Techniques include behavioral/sleep studies, RNA sequencing, and immunohistochemistry. Clinical expertise centers on diagnosis and management of obstructive sleep apnea , with international recognition and inclusion in Best Doctors listings. Recent publications span genome-wide association studies, sleep apnea heterogeneity, telemedicine interventions, and circadian biomarkers. Articles emphasize interdisciplinary approaches combining neuroscience, genomics, and respiratory physiology , with a focus on molecular mechanisms and clinical translation. Scientific awards include: Best Doctors in the United States Best Doctors in Philadelphia region (Philadelphia Magazine) Grants highlight leadership in NIH-funded research training programs , supporting translational studies in sleep disorders.

Minghong Maمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Olfactory System
• Neural Circuits
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Minghong Ma is a Professor of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania . Her research focuses on the neural mechanisms of olfactory processing and its connections to cognition, emotion, and disease states. Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Columbia University (1997) MS in Biophysics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (1991) BS in Biophysics, Peking University (1988) Research interests include Network connections between olfactory system and non-olfactory brain regions (prefrontal cortex, amygdala) Mind-body interactions via respiration and behavioral states Sniffing's role in sensory salience coding Neural bases of interbrain synchrony in social mice Olfactory dysfunction in neuropsychiatric disorders Technical approaches integrate ex vivo/in vivo electrophysiology, optogenetics, chemogenetics, fiber photometry, neural circuit tracing , and machine learning for behavioral classification. Recent publications examine depression-related striatal circuits, olfactory-cognitive interactions, neuroimmune impacts on olfaction, and respiratory-behavioral correlations using multi-omics and computational approaches.

• Modulation of Olfactory Processing
• Evolution of the Insect Brain
• Neuromodulation
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Andrew M. Dacks is a Professor in the Department of Biology at West Virginia University School of Medicine, with an appointment in the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. His research examines how physiological states modulate neural processing and how insect brains evolve to support complex behaviors. Education: PhD, University of Arizona Center for Insect Science, 2007 Research Interests: Dr. Dacks' work centers on Modulation of Olfactory Processing , investigating how time of day, feeding status, and experience alter neural function via neuromodulation in the insect antennal lobe. His lab uses electrophysiology and neuroanatomy to identify mechanisms enabling nervous systems to adapt to physiological context without direct excitation or inhibition. In Evolution of the Insect Brain , he employs comparative neuroanatomy across insect taxa to distinguish fundamental brain principles from ecological adaptations. This approach leverages insect diversity to reveal universal neural organization rules and species-specific behavioral innovations. Publication Trends: His recent publications (2011-2020) demonstrate consistent focus on serotonergic/dopaminergic modulation in Drosophila and Manduca sensory systems. Key themes include neuromodulator effects on olfactory-visual integration, flight-olfaction interactions, and neural circuit reconfiguration across physiological states. The work combines electrophysiology, connectomics, and behavioral analysis to establish general principles of sensory modulation. Laboratory: The Dacks Lab investigates sensory modulation mechanisms using insect models, with emphasis on how neuromodulators enable flexible neural processing during changing internal and external conditions. The lab's multidisciplinary approach bridges neurophysiology, evolution, and systems neuroscience.

Mark J. Schnitzerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Optical Imaging
• Neural Circuits
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Mark J. Schnitzer is the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Professor at Stanford University, with primary faculty appointments in the Departments of Biology, Applied Physics, and Neurosurgery within the School of Humanities and Sciences . He co-directs Stanford's Cracking the Neural Code Program and holds affiliations with the Bio-X , Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute , and multiple graduate programs. Research focuses on neural circuit dynamics and optical imaging innovations for studying learning, memory, and motor behaviors in awake animals Develops high-resolution fluorescence microscopes and miniaturized imaging systems for clinical translation Scientific contributions include: 2019 Nature Methods Method of the Year for miniature fluorescence microscope HHMI Investigator (2008) NIH Director's Pioneer Award (2007) Allen Distinguished Investigator Award (2010) Teaching roles include: Advanced Imaging Lab in Biophysics (APPPHYS 232/BIO 132) Introduction to Biophysics (APPPHYS 205/BIO 126) Multiple independent study and graduate research courses Laboratory affiliations span biomedical engineering , neuroscience , and molecular imaging initiatives at Stanford.

Patrik Ernforsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pain Research
• Neuroscience
• Molecular Biology
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Patrik Ernfors is a Professor of Tissue Biology at the Karolinska Institutet (KI), affiliated with the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Biophysics. He is a leading researcher in pain biology and glioblastoma, with a focus on the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying somatic sensation and chronic pain. Member of the Nobel Assembly (2007–present) Scientific Advisory Board, Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation (2022–present) His research employs single-cell RNA sequencing, mouse genetics, and neurophysiological methods to classify sensory neuron types, identify pain transduction mechanisms, and explore glioblastoma origins. He discovered a novel pain-sensing organ in the skin comprising glial cells and nerve fibers, and revealed that glioblastomas arise from blood vessel cells, not glial cells. Recent publications highlight his work on pain coding, Schwann cell roles in neuropathic pain, and molecular mechanisms in neuroblastoma. He has secured major grants from the Swedish Research Council, Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, and Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation. Scientific awards include three ERC Advanced Grants and advisory roles in prestigious foundations. His lab at KI includes a team of researchers working on sensory neuron diversity, pain pathways, and glioma biology.

Jessica Osterhoutمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neurobiology
• Immunology
• Neural Circuits
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Jessica Osterhout is an Assistant Professor of Neurobiology at the University of Utah, where she investigates the molecular, cellular, and circuit mechanisms underlying sickness symptoms and immune-brain communication. Her research focuses on neural circuits controlling sickness behavior, utilizing advanced behavioral analyses, single-cell transcriptomics, and genetic/viral tools. Education: B.S. from University of Oregon Ph.D. from University of California, San Diego Her work examines how the brain senses systemic immune responses and modulates neural circuits to generate stereotyped sickness behaviors such as fever, fatigue, and appetite changes. Recent studies highlight preoptic neuronal populations and molecular mechanisms in immune-brain interaction. Selected Publications: Spanning developmental neurobiology (2002-2015) and sickness behavior neuroscience (2017-2025), with recent works focusing on preoptic circuits, immune-brain signaling, and sickness-induced hyperalgesia. Lab Environment: Prioritizes diversity, collaboration, and mentorship. Seeks students with scientific curiosity, organizational skills, and effective communication abilities.

Håkan Olaussonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Neurophysiology
• Pain Neuroscience
• Tactile Sensation
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Professor Håkan Olausson at Linköping University's Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences leads pioneering research in human somatosensory systems. His groundbreaking work at the Center for Social and Affective Neuroscience (CSAN) has revealed ultrafast pain signaling mechanisms and the role of C-tactile afferents in affective touch. Faculty of Medicine, Linköping University Center for Social and Affective Neuroscience (CSAN) Research Focus: Ultrafast pain signaling systems in humans Differentiation between self-touch and social touch Neurophysiological basis of chronic pain Mapping tactile and nociceptive pathways Interdisciplinary applications for pain treatment Scientific Recognition: First recipient of Onkel Adams Prize (2020) Wallenberg Clinical Scholar (2020) Multiple grants from VR and Wallenberg Foundation His recent publications demonstrate cross-disciplinary impacts in pain neuroscience, social touch processing, and sensory system classification through advanced neuroimaging and microneurography techniques.

David Segalمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genome Engineering
• Neurogenetics
• Epigenetics
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David Segal, Ph.D., Professor at the University of California, Davis Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, leads groundbreaking research in programmable DNA/RNA-binding platforms for genetic and epigenetic therapies. His work addresses neurologic disorders through Angelman syndrome and Huntington's disease models, employing Zinc fingers , TALEs , and CRISPR/Cas systems to engineer precise gene regulation without double-strand breaks. Research Pillars: Genome Engineering: Developing programmable transcription factors and nucleases Epigenetic Editing: Exploring histone/DNA methylation dynamics Neurogenetic Therapeutics: Brain-targeted delivery via AAV, nanoparticles, stem cells As a key member of the NIH Somatic Cell Genome Editing (SCGE) consortium and collaborator with the Innovative Genomics Institute , his lab creates molecular probes for live-cell gene edit detection while investigating fundamental questions about epigenetic persistence mechanisms.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Trademark Law
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Stephen Michael McJohn is an Associate Professor of Law at Suffolk University Law School, where he has taught since 1993 after serving as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Chicago-Kent College of Law (1991-1993). His career includes clerkship with Judge Emschbach of the U.S. Court of Appeals (7th Circuit) and legal practice at Latham & Watkins. His educational background includes: BA and JD from Northwestern University (magna cum laude), where he served as Articles Editor of the Law Review Fellowship in the Juristin Program of the German Academic Exchange Service (1985-1986) Clerkship at the U.S. Court of Appeals (1986-1987) Professor McJohn specializes in Intellectual Property Law with deep expertise in copyright, trademark, and patent law, alongside Cyberlaw and Commercial Law. His research explores intersections with technology, geography, and neuroscience, particularly examining fair use in machine learning, first sale doctrine implications, and geographical dimensions of IP protection. He consistently addresses how digital transformations reshape legal frameworks. His publication trends (2011-2022) reveal sustained focus on intellectual property's evolving landscape, with increasing attention to digital-era challenges like AI training data, open-source licensing conflicts, and geographical/cultural contexts. His 'Top Tens' case reviews demonstrate commitment to tracking judicial developments across patent, trademark, copyright, and trade secret law. Professor McJohn has authored influential casebooks including Intellectual Property Law: Examples and Explanations (7th ed., 2021) and Copyright: Examples and Explanations (6th ed., 2021), plus the undergraduate text The Nuts and Bolts of Intellectual Property (2015). He teaches Commercial Law, Computer Law, Intellectual Property, and Law and Economics at Suffolk. No information regarding student advising or research grants is provided in available materials. The text contains no mention of specialized research laboratories or collaborative teams.

• Hearing Science
• Auditory Neuroscience
• Aging and Cognitive Auditory Processing
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Kelly Harris is a Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, College of Medicine. Research focuses on auditory neuroscience, hearing loss in aging, and cochlear implant outcomes Active in clinical trials related to auditory diagnostics and neural compensation Research Interests include auditory processing, age-related hearing decline, neural synchrony, and multisensory integration. She investigates how brain structure/function changes affect speech recognition in older adults and cochlear implant users. Recent publications show trends in auditory neuroscience (6), aging (5), and neurophysiology (4), with subtopics spanning cochlear implants , central gain theory , and multisensory speech processing . Her work bridges clinical practice (cochlear implant studies) and basic science (mouse auditory nerve research). Collaborators include James Dias, Mark Eckert, and Judy Dubno.

• Neuroscience
• Dendritic computation
• Cortical microcircuits
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Prof. Matthew Larkum is a faculty member at Charité University Medicine Berlin ( Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin ), where he leads the Larkum Lab focusing on cortical dendritic processing. His research explores how active dendritic properties contribute to cortical computation, particularly in feedforward/feedback circuits and consciousness mechanisms. Institution: Charité Cross Over - Campus Mitte, Berlin Contact: matthew.larkum@hu-berlin.de Key research themes include: Dendritic spikes and synaptic integration Interhemispheric inhibition mechanisms Anesthetic effects on single-neuron computation Optical approaches for cortical activity mapping Fear memory engram plasticity Recent publications (2022-2024) emphasize cortical layer 6b dynamics, thalamocortical interactions, and artificial consciousness feasibility. His lab develops advanced neurotechnologies like F-SHARP microscopy while maintaining collaborations with institutions like Max Planck Institute. Current affiliations include: Spokesperson for SFB1315 collaborative research Functional Imaging and Multimodal Behavior Unit leadership Human Brain Project partner