Techniques

To achieve molecular mapping of memory in health and disease, we use state-of-the-art techniques that allow for high-resolution investigation, precise manipulation of multiplexed gene targets, and monitoring of phenotypic changes ex vivo and in vivo.

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Single cell RNA-seq
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CRISPR-Cas9 gene regulation
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Optogenetics / Chemogenetics
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Behavioral testing
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Laser Capture Microdissection
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Biochemistry

By integrating approaches such as high-throughput sequencing, opto/chemo-genetics, multiplexed CRISPR gene manipulation, and fluorescent imaging; our lab can both observe and perturb genes and circuits in memory engram formation with high specificity.