We investigate the neural circuits and network level changes that govern sleep, pain, sensory physiology, consciousness and dementia. Our interdisciplinary research approach provides a foundation of knowledge for how we interact with the world.

Centres, Institutes and Networks

Centre for Neurotechnology

Electrochemistry Network

Our researchers in this area

Dr Kirsty Bannister

Professor Stephen G Brickley

Professor Nick Franks FMedSci FRS

Dr Marcus L Ghosh

Dr Giorgio F Gilestro

Dr Mai Morimoto

Dr Tony D Southall

Dr Marco Trizzino

Professor Bill Wisden FMedSci FRS

Postgraduate research

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