John Freeman, PhD
Professor
Department
Psychological & Brain Sciences
Biography
We study the neural mechanisms underlying learning and memory. The main focus of our research is on neural circuit interactions necessary for learning and memory retrieval. We use multi-site tetrode recordings, neuroanatomy, neuropharmacology, DREADDs, optogenetics, electrical stimulation, machine learning, and computational modeling to elucidate the nature of interactions among brain areas during learning and retrieval.
Research areas
- Systems neuroscience
- Cognitive neuroscience
- Behavioral neuroscience
- Computational neuroscience
- Psychiatric disorders
- Frontal cortex
- Hippocampus
- Amygdala
- Cerebellum
- Striatum
- Learning
- Memory
- In vivo electrophysiology
- Animal behavior
- Anatomical tracing