Our toolbox includes: -Use of mutant mouse models for analysis of gene function in circuit behavior. The laboratory uses experimental techniques ranging from biophysical studies of single ion channels to in vivo recording to purely theoretical studies of network synchrony. Currently, projects focus on: Development of excitatory connections in neocortex, with an emphasis on AMPA receptor alterations in the early postnatal period - Molecular pharmacology of inhibitory GABA-A receptors in the thalamus - and the role of receptor phosphorylation in regulating inhibitory function - Analysis of progression and destabilization of widespread thalamic network activity using large microelectrode arrays - The roles of neuropeptides, especially NPY, SST, and VIP in regulating thalamic and cortical function - Reorganization of neocortical connectivity following injury - Roles of specific GABA-B receptors in regulating pre- and postsynaptic function. Accordingly, we have been able to identify genes whose products, mainly ion channels, play key roles in the regulation of thalamocortical network responses. We also use computational approaches to build physiologically constrained network models to test and improve our understanding of the circuit. Our approach is an analysis of the cells and microcircuits that make up thalamic and cortical circuits. What are the neuronal mechanisms that underlie network oscillatory synchrony in the thalamocortical system? Such oscillations are related to cognitive processes, normal sleep activities and certain forms of epilepsy. Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education.Office of Vice President for Business Affairs and Chief Financial Officer.

Office of VP for University Human Resources.Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment.Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR).Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine.Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI).Institute for Computational and Mathematical Engineering (ICME).Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies.Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability.

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