CBBS Research Group
Neural Circuits & Network Dynamics

Neurons do not operate in isolation, but within complex circuits that perform specialised information processing and transmit signals through extensive networks. The aim is to understand how sensory perception is converted into behaviourally relevant responses, as well as the cell-type-specific processes that disrupt the flow of information within these circuits, as seen in epilepsy or neurodegenerative diseases. Complex behaviour is based on the multitude of precisely defined neurons and their specific connections, which underpin both simple reflexes and complex cognitive processes. It is essential to observe local activity at high spatial and temporal resolution, for which two-photon microscopy has established itself as a key tool. It provides insights into the encoding and transmission of signals through different brain regions. Our group investigates cell-type-specific microcircuits of the cortex as well as processes of perception and attention.