University of Connecticut · Biomedical EngineeringNeurochemical Dynamics Lab
Yi Zhang · Storrs, Connecticut
Research Focus
Dr. Yi Zhang's lab at the University of Connecticut Storrs focuses on improving our understanding of mental disorders through advanced neurochemical monitoring techniques. By developing a wireless neural probe that can sample multiple neuropeptides and conduct pharmacological stimulation in freely moving animals, the lab aims to uncover the molecular mechanisms that drive various behavioral outputs in the brain. This innovative approach seeks to enhance the precision of neurochemical measurements in real-time, potentially leading to better treatment strategies for mental health conditions.
neurochemical samplingneural probemental disordersneuropharmacologybehavioral studieswireless technologyneuropeptidesbrain researchanimal models
Research Aims
3AIM 01Develop a push-pull microsystem for membrane-free neurochemical sampling.
AIM 02Create a wireless multimodal neural probe for neurochemical sampling and pharmacology.
AIM 03Evaluate the functionality of the neural probe in freely moving animals.
Skills the Lab Values
wireless sensor developmentmicrodialysisin vivo studiesneuropharmacology techniquessignal processingliquid chromatographyexperimental designdata analysis using softwareanimal behavior assessment
Output against the department
Publications2,200top 1% of dept.4th of 595
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Citations98ktop 1% of dept.6th of 595
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