The lab investigates the neuronal mechanisms that underlie cognition and emotion, with a focus on activity in the amygdala, hippocampus and prefrontal cortex. A central theme of our work is how these circuits are shaped by neuromodulators such as serotonin, and how psychedelics act on these systems.

Alongside our Neuroscience research, we also study the effects of classic and non-classic psychedelics on mental health and psychological processes. This includes quantitative and qualitative observational approaches.

We also collaborate with other laboratories at Durham and elsewhere for interdisciplinary projects involving Molecular Biology, Computational Neuroscience and AI.