Alexander Fleischmann

Principal Investigator

Following my postdoctoral training at Columbia University in New York, I started a lab at the College de France in Paris. The lab moved to Brown University in 2018. I am interested in understanding neural circuit functions for sensory perception and behavior and how neurodegenerative disorders alter brain functions. I am excited about collaborative, interdisciplinary research, my goal is to generate a diverse and inclusive research environment in which everyone can pursue exciting, innovative research projects.

Keywords: neural circuits and behavior, interdisciplinary brain research, music, travel, family

Sara Zepilli

Graduate Student

My name is Sara, Ph.D candidate in Neuroscience. I use single-nucleus dual-omics sequencing (RNA and ATAC), cleared whole-brain experiments and imaging, and computational approaches as a multi-modal, inter and intra-species, mammalian paleocortex-centered approach to uncover candidate genetic programs underlying evolutionarily conserved neural circuits and cell types.

Keywords: Spaghetti with good clams, Cortical circuit evolution, Basketball, Single-nucleus omics sequencing, Aperitivo

Zach Levin

Undergraduate

I am interested in using both experimental and data science tools to understand how olfactory cues modulate behavior. In addition, I am interested in studying neurodegenerative diseases, currently Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), and how research can translate into clinical innovation. I am developing computational techniques for both of these areas and my current goal is to develop a machine learning tool to predict NPH diagnosis and surgery success.

Keywords: Behavior, Neurodegeneration, Machine Learning

Max Seppo

Graduate Student

I am a Ph.D candidate in Neuroscience interested in how behavior impacts sensory processing. I study this question in the olfactory system by imaging piriform cortex in awake, behaving mice while monitoring ongoing behavior.

Keywords: Olfaction, Imaging

Diego Rodriguez Langevin

Undergraduate

I am interested in the molecular mechanisms of olfactory learning and memory. I use spatial transcriptomics, Fos transgenic mice and immunohistochemistry to understand spatial patterns in gene expression and functional structure pertaining to olfactory memory formation. I am motivated by the political impact fundamental neuroscience research can have on the way we understand the human condition and how non-western perspectives can inform the development of the field. 

Keywords: learning and memory, molecular, neurogenetics, spatial transcriptomics, c-Fos, politics, non-western

Andrea Pierré

Research Software Engineer

andrea_pierre@brown.edu

Andrew Aoun

Undergraduate

andrew_aoun@brown.edu

Keeley Baker

Post Doc

keeley_baker@brown.edu

Robin Attey

Research Assistant

robin_attey@brown.edu

Eseosa Uwaifo

Undergraduate

eseosa_uwaifo@brown.edu