Zebrafish as a model to study mechanisms of nociception
Lead Research Organisation:
University College London
Department Name: Cell and Developmental Biology
Abstract
Potentially harmful stimuli are detected at the skin by nociceptor sensory neurons that drive rapid protective withdrawal behaviours. It is unclear how the somatosensory system encodes and integrates information from stimuli causing pain. Here we will use a number of advanced technologies to understand the role of the somatosensory cortex in encoding and integrating nociceptive information to coordinate appropriate protective responses to noxious stimuli. This should provide exciting new insights into how the nervous system guides behavioural responses to minimise risk of harm.
Organisations
Studentship Projects
| Project Reference | Relationship | Related To | Start | End | Student Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BB/M009513/1 | 01/10/2015 | 31/03/2024 | |||
| 1902551 | Studentship | BB/M009513/1 | 01/10/2017 | 30/04/2022 | Elisa Clemente |
| Description | Research smorgasbord |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Local |
| Primary Audience | Public/other audiences |
| Results and Impact | Members of the general public at the "It's all academic festival" at UCL shared a table with researchers across disciplines and experienced world-leading research in a convivial atmosphere. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2019 |
| Description | The Brilliant Club tutor |
| Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
| Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
| Geographic Reach | Regional |
| Primary Audience | Schools |
| Results and Impact | 10 school pupils (years 9 and 10) attended 6 tutorials delivered by me on the subject of pain and pain research. This sparked several questions and discussions. The lead teacher reported increased interest in the subject. |
| Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2019 |