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Dmitri Rusakov is a Wellcome Trust Principal Fellow and Professor in the Neuroscience Research Department of Epilepsy at University College London. He has a distinguished career in neurobiology, focusing on the biophysics of nerve cell communication. His research interests encompass understanding the mechanisms and dynamics of neurotransmitter release, synaptic transmission, and the cellular environment in the context of epilepsy. He is dedicated to advancing knowledge in the biological sciences, specifically in areas related to neuronal function and dysfunction, providing insights that are crucial for developing potential therapeutic approaches. Rusakov completed his PhD equivalent in Biophysics - Neurobiology at the Bogomoletz Institute of Physiology, National Academy of Science in Kyiv, Ukraine, and holds a Master of Science degree in Physics from Oles Honchar Dnipro National University. He has contributed significantly to the field through both research and teaching, mentoring students in the complexities of neurobiology.