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Hermann Riecke is a Professor of Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics at Northwestern University. He completed his Ph.D. in Physics summa cum laude at the University of Bayreuth and holds a diploma in Physics from the University of Munich. His research primarily focuses on computational neuroscience, emphasizing the plasticity mechanisms that restructure neuronal networks. Riecke is particularly interested in how feedback from higher brain areas influences network restructuring and information processing, especially within the olfactory system. His work investigates the dynamics of simple and complex neuronal networks, particularly in relation to rhythmic activities observed across various brain areas. Additionally, he explores spatially extended dynamical systems, specifically regarding pattern formation and the study of various bifurcation theories within these systems. Riecke has made significant contributions to understanding complex interactions and phase responses in neuronal networks through a range of publications.
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