Research
In the NPN group we develop and apply novel two-photon microscopy methods to the study of the brain
Current Research Directions
Spatial and Temporal Shaping
of Ultrafast Lasers
We utilize spatial light modulators (SLMs) to dynamically adjust the distribution of excitation at the sample plane. With temporal shaping we maximize the 2P absorption at the sample plane
Miniaturized Two-Photon microscopes based on optical fibers
We develop portable two-photon (2P) microscopes, enabling the imaging of neuronal activity in freely moving mice. Spatial and temporal shaping are essential to optimize 2P excitation through the optical fiber.
Large Field-of-View
Two-Photon Microscopy
To understand how neuronal circuits process information, it's crucial to simultaneously examine spatially separated but connected brain regions while maintaining single neuron resolution.
Using 2P microscopy
to study memory
How are memories formed, stored, and recalled in the brain? Answering this requires tools that can image and manipulate neuronal activity with high spatial and temporal precision during natural behavior.