University of Chicago · NeuroscienceHippocampal Memory Research Unit
Joel L Voss · Chicago, Illinois
Research Focus
Dr. Joel Voss's lab at the University of Chicago focuses on understanding how the human hippocampus contributes to forming and retrieving memories. By studying individuals with epilepsy and using advanced brain recording techniques, the lab investigates the brain's mechanisms during memory formation processes, especially regarding how memory is influenced by visual sampling. Their work aims to uncover insights that could lead to new treatments for memory-related disorders.
hippocampusmemory formationmemory retrievalepilepsyneurosurgeryvisual samplingneurosurgical proceduresactive samplingbrain networkspsychiatric disorders
Research Aims
5AIM 01Investigate how the hippocampus supports memory formation and retrieval.
AIM 02Examine the role of visual sampling in episodic memory processes.
AIM 03Understand the interaction between the hippocampus and large brain networks during memory tasks.
AIM 04Utilize invasive recordings to study rapid brain activity during memory encoding.
AIM 05Test the effects of direct stimulation on memory-related processes.
Skills the Lab Values
iEEG recording and analysiseye-tracking techniqueselectrical stimulationdata analysis in neuroscienceexperimental designsampling methodsbasic neuroanatomybehavioral testingclinical research methods
Output against the department
Publications157top 48% of dept.320th of 671
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Citations8.4ktop 46% of dept.308th of 671
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