Mahesh Thakkar , PhD
- Professor Neurology
Research
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Areas of expertise
- Behavioral Neuroscience
- Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
Research Summary
By investigating the neurobiological and behavioral factors controlling the sleep-wake cycle, Thakkar is helping lay groundwork to develop treatments for sleep disorders such as sleep apnea and insomnia. Thakkar uses molecular/biochemical, electrophysiological and behavioral approaches to study the circadian system, responsible for regulating numerous rhythms in the body including sleep.