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Howard J Gritton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Comparative Biosciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His research focuses on understanding the interaction of distinct brain regions in processing experiences and informing choices. Gritton's work investigates how brain rhythms, or "brain waves", are involved in coupling different regions of the brain. In neuropsychiatric disorders such as autism and Parkinson’s disease, he explores the role of local rhythms and their influence on neuronal coupling. His laboratory employs animal models to study neuromodulators like acetylcholine, dopamine, and norepinephrine. Using advanced imaging techniques, he records neuronal activity across various brain regions, aiming to uncover how perturbations in neuronal function impact rhythms and, consequently, cognitive and social behavior in mice.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Urbana, IL
Teaching and research in the Department of Comparative Biosciences, focusing on neuroscience.
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