Professor Dr. Arturo Andrade

Biography

Arturo Andrade, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of Brain Science and Neuroscience at Brown University. His research elucidates cell-specific mechanisms of neuronal activity, drug action, and the effects of opioids and cannabinoids. His research interests encompass several main areas, including the function and expression of presynaptic calcium channels in relation to anxiety and pain, the development of calcium-dependent bioluminescence sensors for optimal control of imaging neuronal activity, and the creation of biochemical sensors for neurotransmitters such as glutamate, GABA, and serotonin. These studies aim to have implications for multiple conditions, including epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, neuropathic pain, Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. He is involved in various cutting-edge systems and techniques, including mammalian expression systems, mouse genetic models, electrophysiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and calcium imaging. Alongside his research role, he directs the Rodent Behavioral Phenotyping Core at the Carney Institute for Brain Science at Brown, coordinating research operations for a vibrant group of researchers interested in behavioral studies in rodents. Dr. Andrade also works closely with undergraduate and graduate students, as well as postdoctoral trainees, fostering a collaborative research environment.

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