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Prof. Dr. Rüdiger Klein

Director of Department "Molecules - Signaling - Development"

Affiliation

MPI for Biological Intelligence - Department "Molecules - Signaling - Development"

Contact

MPI for Biological Intelligence
Department "Molecules - Signaling - Development"
Am Klopferspitz 18
D-82152 Martinsried

Phone: +49 (89) 8578 - 3151
Fax: +49 (89) 8578 - 3152

Website: https://www.bi.mpg.de/klein

Research Focus

Title: Exploring the Neural Circuitry of Appetite Regulation: The Role of the Central Amygdala (CeA) and Parasubthalamic Nucleus (PSTN)

Appetite regulation is a multifaceted process involving intricate brain networks. This project seeks to dissect the neural circuits underlying appetite regulation, focusing on the connection between the central amygdala (CeA) and the parasubthalamic nucleus (PSTN). We use viral tracing, histology, behavior, and electrophysiology to answer the questions related. The studies will be conducted in mice.

Project supervisor: Dr. Christian Peters

Skills:
- Neuroscience background.
- Previous work with mice at any level (histology, behaviour, or electrophysiology for example).