University of California-San Diego · EngineeringThe NeuroMesh Lab
Duygu Kuzum · La Jolla, California
Research Focus
Dr. Duygu Kuzum's lab at UC San Diego focuses on developing cutting-edge technologies for monitoring and modulating neural activity. They are working on a unique probe system called Neuro-clear that integrates transparent electrodes with advanced imaging techniques to improve our understanding of brain function and its relationship to neurological disorders. This research aims to bridge the gap between small-scale brain activity and broader neural circuit interactions, with potential applications in treating various neurological diseases.
neuroscienceneural circuitsoptogeneticstransparent microelectrodesneurotechnologybrain functionneurological disordershigh-resolution imagingelectrophysiology
Research Aims
5AIM 01Develop a new transparent electrode technology for neural activity monitoring.
AIM 02Integrate optical imaging with electrical recordings to study brain circuits.
AIM 03Improve temporal resolution of neural recordings using novel probe designs.
AIM 04Investigate the relationship between neural dysfunctions and neurological disorders.
AIM 05Enhance our understanding of complex behaviors through innovative neurotechnologies.
Skills the Lab Values
optogeneticsneural recordingmicrofabricationgraphene technologyelectrophysiological measurementsdata acquisition systemshigh-density electrode arraysanimal modelsneuroscience techniques
Output against the department
Publications115bottom 25% of dept.208th of 278
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Citations8.8ktop 42% of dept.118th of 278
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