University of Maryland, Baltimore · PharmacologySubstance Use and HIV Neurobiology Lab
Brian R Herb · Baltimore, Maryland
Research Focus
Dr. Brian R. Herb's lab at the University of Maryland Baltimore focuses on understanding the impact of substance use disorders (SUD) and HIV on the brain. By analyzing large sets of biological data, the lab aims to discover genetic and molecular patterns that can inform future treatments. The research emphasizes making complex data accessible and understandable for both biologists and clinicians.
substance use disordersHIVmulti-omicsneuroinflammationbrain circuitry
Research Aims
5AIM 01Identify molecular signatures of substance use disorders and HIV.
AIM 02Create a comprehensive resource of harmonized multi-omic datasets.
AIM 03Perform joint analyses to discover biological mechanisms.
AIM 04Develop user-friendly tools for accessing large datasets.
AIM 05Establish a data ecosystem that promotes research collaboration.
Skills the Lab Values
bioinformaticsdata visualizationPythonR programmingjoint decomposition techniques
Output against the department
Publications51bottom 7% of dept.428th of 462
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Citations4.4kbottom 33% of dept.308th of 462
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