Welcome to our group’s page!
We seek to understand the neuronal basis of behavior. We are interested in how i) elements of the environment (sensory cues), ii) an organism’s physiological state (aging, food intake), and iii) genetic background affect the functional dynamics of neurons and neuronal circuits, and ultimately shape animals’ behavior. We focus on learning, memory, and locomotion.
We use Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans), a tiny roundworm, as our model system. To pose the questions, we employ behavioral assays, genetics tools, imaging techniques, mathematical models, and engineered technology, such as 3D printing, microfluidics, and nanoparticles manipulation.
Our research is highly interdisciplinary, as it lies at the interface between neurobiology and engineering.
We are fascinated by Art/Science Integration, as manifested in the LuCelegans and SoniCelegans projects.
Find out more about our research endeavors, our publications, the people involved, our latest news, and more.
Take some time to play with the Nematode Game!
In Media & WormPress you can enjoy videos and pictures from our team’s presence in a variety of activities.
Lastly, there are things in life outside the lab that can be fascinating, too, so discover our suggestions on things worth exploring beyond research.
We welcome your ideas, comments or suggestions.