3D pose estimation enables virtual head fixation in freely moving rats
Our Research
The ability to move is a fundamental feature of most animals which allows them to actively interact with our environment. We are investigating the underlying neural mechanisms and circuits of this ability. We do so with electrophysiological recordings and optogenetic manipulations combined with behavioral analysis. We look into the local processing of movement preparation and generation in the motor cortex as well as higher order structures, e.g. prefrontal cortex.
The goal is to create a better understanding of how neural subpopulations and pathways within and across brain areas influence motor behavior. In order to address these scientific aims we are constantly working on improving the existing techniques. We currently focus on the design of new optoelectronic probes and targeting strategies. Apart from advancing our basic knowledge about the neural mechanisms of movements, our results might help improving the design of new prosthetic devices and understanding of disorders in which the normal production of movements is disrupted.
Current News
Feierliche Übergabe des Forschungsneubaus „Institute for Machine-Brain Interfacing Technology“
Mit einem Festakt am 18. Mai 2022 hat das Land Baden-Württemberg IMBIT an die Albert-Ludwigs-Universität übergeben.
New Article Published in Nature Communications
Multichannel optogenetics combined with laminar recordings for ultra-controlled neuronal interrogation
Open Positions
March, 2022 – We are looking for a PhD (m/f/d) Student in Electrophysiology
65% E13 PhD Position in Neuroscience (Electrophysiology) at the University of Freiburg, Germany
March, 2022 – We are looking for a PhD (m/f/d) Student in 2-Photon Imaging
65% E13 PhD Position in Neuroscience (Two-Photon Imaging) at the University of Freiburg, Germany