University of Oregon · NeuroscienceElectrical Synapses Research Group
Adam C Miller · Eugene, Oregon
Research Focus
Dr. Adam C. Miller's research lab at the University of Oregon investigates how electrical synapses are formed and function in the brain using zebrafish as a model organism. These connections between neurons are essential for proper communication in neural circuits and are linked to various neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and epilepsy. The lab aims to uncover the molecular pathways that regulate these synapses, which could help identify potential therapeutic targets for treating certain brain disorders.
electrical synapseneural circuitszebrafishneurodevelopmental disordersgap junctions
Research Aims
3AIM 01Investigate how ZO-family proteins construct electrical synapses in living organisms.
AIM 02Identify molecular interactions involved in electrical synapse formation.
AIM 03Examine the effects of ZO-family proteins on synaptic transmission and behavior.
Skills the Lab Values
genetic manipulationcell biology techniqueselectrophysiologylive imaging microscopybiochemical assays
Output against the department
Publications81bottom 23% of dept.514th of 671
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Citations2.6kbottom 16% of dept.561st of 671
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