Neurobiology

The Neurobiology Section at the Faculty of Biology at LMU Munich researches the fundamental mechanisms of neural information processing, neural development, and the interactions between the nervous system and behavior.

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Our research focuses on cellular and systems-level mechanisms underlying perception, cognition and behavior, as well as the underlying neuralcircuits. Using experimental and computational approaches, research spans a wide range of topics including sensory processing, learning & memory and the molecular mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental disorders. Key research targets include experience-dependent development, neuronal representations, and the theoretical principles of neural computation.

What are the principles of sensory coding in behaving animals and how does the brain
represent the environment for perception and action?

How do animals learn about and navigate their environments?

What is the role of feedback connections in the brain?

How are emotions and motivations transformed into actions?

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Tissue samole under the microscope — © Carolin Bleese

Our experimental methods include neuroethology & psychophysics, neural circuit dissection with electrophysiology, calcium imaging, viral tracing, genomics and neural circuit manipulation, e.g. with optogenetics.
We also use mathematical theory and computational modeling.