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Murthy Lab's research emphasizes neuroscience and the study of behavioral flexibility and social communication. The lab investigates how the brain orchestrates complex behaviors required for effective social interactions, addressing significant challenges such as the influence of social cues and dynamic internal states. The group employs state-of-the-art techniques, including neural recordings and genetic tools, to decipher the neural circuits that enable communication. Their work with model organisms, particularly in studying acoustic communication through the patterned sounds of fruit flies, has uncovered complexities in how variability in communication is influenced by both sensory experiences and internal states. This research not only reveals the intricate mechanisms underlying insect communication but also extends to mammals, exploring conserved computational strategies in neural circuits. The overarching goal of the lab is to uncover the neuronal mechanisms through which sensory processing integrates with internal states to produce flexible behaviors needed for social interactions in natural environments.
Murthy Lab • Princeton, NJ
Conducting research on behavioral flexibility and social communication in the context of neural mechanisms and acoustic signals.
GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.