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Kay Tye is an HHMI Investigator and adjunct professor at the University of California, San Diego, with a primary appointment at the Salk Institute. Her research focuses on understanding the neural circuits involved in emotional behavior and how these circuits are shaped by experiences. Tye's laboratory integrates techniques from molecular biology, neuroscience, and behavioral analysis to explore the underlying mechanisms of emotional regulation and its impact on mental health. Her work contributes to the broader field of neuronal function and mental health, elucidating the biological underpinnings of anxiety and depression.
Administered by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Curricular groups include Climate-Ocean-Atmosphere (COAP), Geosciences (GEO), and Ocean Biosciences (OBP).