Stony Brook University · NeuroscienceEmotional Memory and Neurobiology Lab
Prerana Shrestha · Stony Brook, New York
Research Focus
Dr. Prerana Shrestha's lab focuses on understanding how the brain forms long-term emotional memories, particularly in the context of fear and survival behaviors. The research aims to explore specific pathways in the brain that are involved in protein synthesis during memory formation and how these processes are affected in conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). By using mouse models and various techniques, the lab investigates the mechanisms behind memory regulation and aims to identify potential targets for therapeutic interventions.
emotional memoryPTSDprotein synthesisneurobiologymemory consolidationprefrontal cortexmice modelschemogeneticsviral gene transferbrain pathways
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate the specific neural pathways involved in the modulation of emotional memories.
AIM 02Examine how threat intensity affects memory consolidation processes.
AIM 03Identify molecular mechanisms regulating protein synthesis during memory formation.
AIM 04Evaluate changes in brain signaling linked to emotional memory recall.
AIM 05Develop potential therapeutic strategies for addressing PTSD-related memory disorders.
Skills the Lab Values
PCRcell culturemouse modelschemogeneticspharmacologybehavioral assaysmolecular profilingimaging techniquesviral-mediated gene transferdata analysis
Output against the department
Publications24bottom 4% of dept.644th of 671
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Citations1.4kbottom 8% of dept.618th of 671
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