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Judith Homberg examines factors affecting the development of brain and behavioral characteristics. Her research investigates the interactions that result in emotional reactions and believes that interventions can stimulate developmental types that compensate for maladaptive reactions. Her translational and experimental research focuses on serotonergic, genetic, and environmental factors that influence brain development and behavioral traits. Homberg's overarching hypothesis posits that cognitive improvements can offset maladaptive emotional responses. This hypothesis is tested using unique mutant rat models that mimic human genetic polymorphisms, particularly serotonin transporter knockout rats. She investigates the role of serotonin and environmental factors in brain development and long-term effects on behavior and cognition. Her main expertise lies in measuring both basic and complex behaviors in rats, utilizing invasive measurements combined with pharmacological manipulations, in vivo neurochemical measurements, neuroimaging, molecular genetic analyses, and immunohistochemical assessments.
Radboud University • Nijmegen
Chair of Translational Neuroscience
Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).