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Charles Zuker is a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics and Neuroscience at Columbia University. He employs a combination of molecular, genetic, and physiological approaches to investigate the biology of sensory transduction systems using model organisms. His research focuses on the critical roles that vision, hearing, touch, olfaction, and taste play in providing a faithful representation of the external world. As an investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, Dr. Zuker has made significant contributions to the field of sensory biology. He is also actively involved with the Kavli Institute for Brain Science, reflecting his commitment to advancing our understanding of neural systems involved in sensory processing. His work encompasses a variety of topics, including brain imaging, neurogenetics, sensory physiology, synapses, and circuits, contributing to a deeper insight into how sensory information is processed in the brain.
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