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Pavan Ramdya is a Professor at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) specializing in neuroscience and neuroengineering. He obtained his Ph.D. in Neurobiology from Harvard University in 2009. His research focuses on understanding the behavior of animals through the lens of neurobiology, utilizing techniques such as genetics, microscopy, and quantitative behavioral analysis. His work aims to unravel the mechanisms of brain function and has led to significant advances in the field of neurobiology. In 2019, he received the Eccellenza Grant Award from the Swiss National Science Foundation, recognizing his contributions to neuroscience research. Ramdya has published extensively, with notable works in prestigious journals such as Nature Communications and Nature Neuroscience, exploring topics ranging from neural activity in Drosophila to mechanosensory interactions and robotics applications in neuroengineering. He is actively involved in teaching and mentoring, guiding PhD students in their scientific journeys and promoting interdisciplinary approaches to complex biological questions. Ramdya continues to push the boundaries of neurobiology while contributing to the academic community at EPFL and beyond.
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) • Lausanne, Switzerland
Engaged in advanced research and teaching in the fields of neuroscience and bioengineering.
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