Welcome to the Behavioral Neuroscience Lab at Boğaziçi University!

 

We are a behavioral and systems neuroscience laboratory investigating the neuronal basis of fear memory, depression, and anxiety. We utilize a wide range of anatomical, electrophysiological, pharmacological, computational, and behavioral techniques in rodents. Our primary focus is on dissecting the specific neuronal circuits and distinct functions of several basal forebrain nuclei, the bed nucleus of the stria terminalis (BNST), amygdala and habenula within the context of the aforementioned cognitive-affective processes.

 

Please visit our Research page if you are interested in learning more about our work. Our diverse research group includes graduate students and research fellows from various academic backgrounds. If you are considering graduate studies at Boğaziçi University, you can find more information on the Applicants page.

 

Our research is supported by grants from the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO), Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK), Health Institutes of Turkey (TÜSEB), Science Academy (Bilim Akademisi), and Scientific Research Projects Unit (BAP) of Boğaziçi University.