Inhibitory control of sensorimotor learning
Sergio Arroyo, Professor
UC San Francisco
Closed. This professor is continuing with Spring 2026 apprentices on this project; no new apprentices needed for Fall 2026.
The goal of this project is to investigate the role of cell-type specific inhibition in learning a sensorimotor task. We use calcium imaging and electrophysiological recordings with 'optotagging' to record the activity of specific inhibitory cell tasks as mice learn a cued go task. We aim to understand how cell-type specific inhibition shapes cortical activity to support motor learning, plasticity, and recovery after injury like stroke
Role: Potential tasks may include:
- Running behavioral experiments with optical stimulation of specific cell-types
- Scoring of behavioral videos
- Analysis of behavior over the course of learning
- Histology and anatomical reconstruction of probe location
Qualifications: Background in basic programming is helpful (Python or Matlab), as well as basic biology and neuroscience.
Hours: to be negotiated
Off-Campus Research Site: 1700 Owens St San Francisco, CA 93158
Biological & Health Sciences