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Mei Zhen is a Professor in the Department of Molecular Genetics at the University of Toronto, specializing in molecular genetics and neuroscience. Her research focuses on computational systems biology, examining the development and function of neural circuits. She employs various methodologies, including optogenetics, calcium imaging, and electrophysiology, to explore the underlying principles that govern neural circuit assembly and its implications for human neurological disorders. The insights gained from her studies of model organisms, such as C. elegans and mice, provide valuable information about circuit deficits associated with various diseases. In addition to her research, Professor Zhen teaches multiple courses in her field, engaging undergraduate and graduate students in developmental biology and advanced imaging techniques.
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