Professor Dr. Jessica Pressey

Biography

Jessica Pressey is an Assistant Professor in the Teaching Stream in the Department of Cell & Systems Biology at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on understanding the cellular mechanisms underlying inhibitory GABAergic synaptic plasticity within the central nervous system. Utilizing a multidisciplinary approach, her work combines electrophysiology, biochemistry, fluorescence imaging, and behavior to explore how synapses are constructed, the mechanisms that underlie synaptic plasticity, and the role of neuronal circuits in both healthy brains and neurological disorders. Her research investigates conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, Huntington's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Dr. Pressey aims to unravel the complexities of neuronal excitability and synaptic function in various model systems and contribute insights into therapeutic strategies for neurological conditions.

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