Professor Dr. Steve Ramirez

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Steve Ramirez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Boston University. His research focuses on understanding the mechanisms of memory and how they can be artificially modulated to address psychiatric disorders. He has made significant contributions to the field by identifying specific cell populations involved in memory formation and exploring how these can be manipulated optogenetically. His projects include investigating brain-wide cellular mechanisms underlying memory recall, creating false memories in rodent models, and examining the emotional strength associated with specific memories. Current research projects aim to achieve therapeutic effects by manipulating positive and negative memories in mice, which may have implications for treating conditions like depression and anxiety.

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