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Mark Sheffield is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the University of Chicago. His research utilizes optical techniques to measure and manipulate the activity of cells and circuits in the brain, focusing on the formation and recall of complex memories. Sheffield employs a mouse animal model and virtual reality platforms to investigate learning and memory-related tasks, aiming to understand how the brain forms and recalls memories at the scale of synapses, dendrites, and large ensembles of neurons across various brain regions. He has a strong academic background with a BSc and MSc in Neuroscience from the University of Nottingham and a PhD from Northwestern University, followed by postdoctoral training in Neurobiology. His work has been recognized with several awards including the 2018–2023 DP2 - New Innovator Award from the NIH, highlighting his contributions to the field of neurobiology and memory research.
University of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Teaching and conducting research in Neurobiology.
Department of Philosophy