UTHThe University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · Neuroscience
Byrne Memory Lab
John H Byrne · Houston, Texas
Research Focus
Dr. John H. Byrne's lab at the University of Texas Health Science Center focuses on understanding how different training intervals affect long-term memory and synaptic plasticity. The research seeks to uncover the biochemical mechanisms behind learning processes, specifically analyzing how various signaling molecules and transcription factors contribute to memory formation and retention. By improving these learning protocols, the lab aims to enhance methods for both animals and humans to achieve better memory outcomes.
long-term memorysynaptic plasticitylearning protocolssignal transductionbiochemical cascades
Research Aims
3AIM 01Investigate the dynamics of key signaling molecules during different training protocols.
AIM 02Assess the contribution of these molecules to long-term synaptic plasticity.
AIM 03Develop improved training protocols based on the findings of molecular interactions.
Skills the Lab Values
cell cultureanimal modelspharmacological techniquesRNA interferenceWestern blottingimmunofluorescencedata modelingprotein signaling analysis
Output against the department
Publications342top 20% of dept.132nd of 671
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Citations13ktop 30% of dept.199th of 671
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