Chemical
Neuroscience
Lab
Welcome to the Chemical Neuroscience Lab @ UIUC!
Our Research
While individual neurons are themselves sophisticated processors, the true computing power of the brain emerges from the massive connections each neuron makes with thousands of other neurons (i.e., connectome). Yet, how the brain connectome gives rise to its sophisticated functions and how it is altered by neuropsychiatric diseases remain largely unknown. Our lab at the interface of chemistry and neuroscience focuses on developing innovative biochemical tools, advanced microscopy techniques, and computation methods to understand brain connectivity in health and diseases.
Join us!
We are excited to have you join our interdisciplinary team to unravel the mysteries of the brain.
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Graduate Students. Students interested in graduate training in the lab can first apply to one graduate program such as Chemistry and Neuroscience. If you are a current UIUC graduate student interested in a rotation, please email Xiaotang.
Postdocs. Prospective postdocs with expertise in chemical biology, neurobiology, microscopy, and computer science are encouraged to apply! Please email Xiaotang a cover letter, CV, and contact information of your references.
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Undergraduate Students. If you are interested in conducting research and annotating brain circuit images, please email Xiaotang your CV and a short description of your research interests.