Onur Iyilikci
Associate Research Scientist
Biography
Research & Publications
Biography
I am deeply captivated by the exploration of the development of social behaviors. My goal is to increase our understanding of how developmental processes shape the fundamental aspects of socio-emotional behaviors. In pursuit of this objective, my research employs state-of-the-art techniques such as functional imaging of neural activity, optogenetics, and chemogenetics, which allow for identifying, delineating, and manipulating specific neural circuits. Through these methodologies, I strive to elucidate different neuronal circuits that exert causal control over internal emotional states to alter social behavior.
Education & Training
- PhDJohns Hopkins University, Psychological Brain Sciences
- MABoğaziçi University, Psychobiology
Honors & Recognition
Award | Awarding Organization | Date |
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Walter L. Clark Teaching Award, | Johns Hopkins University | 2016 |
Dean’s Teaching Fellowship | Johns Hopkins University | 2016 |
Collaborative Research Award | Johns Hopkins University | 2015 |