I am interested in how sensory information is processed to generate specific behavior. I would like to understand the structural circuits and functional mechanisms. To elucidate neuronal circuits and mechanisms involved in multi-sensory integration and sensory-motor integration of behavior, we use Drosophila larvae as a model system. To identify the neurons involved in specific behaviors we have taken a forward genetic approach using GAL4 lines library, which have been made by G. Rubin. Currently, I am focusing on the similarities and differences between the neural circuits that underlie avoidance and escape responses.I received my Ph.D degree in 2009 from the Baylor College of Medicine, where I performed my thesis work in Dr. Hugo Bellen's Lab. My Ph.D work involved novel components that regulate neurotransmitter release and recycling. Lab Website
Sessions auxquelles Tomoko Ohyama participe
Vendredi 29 Juin, 2018
Fuseau horaire: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
9:00 AM
9:00 AM -
10:30 AM |
1 heure 30 minutes
VIDEO OF PRESENTATION
4:00 PM
4:00 PM -
5:30 PM |
1 heure 30 minutes