Ms Inchara Muralidhara

The flow of information within neural networks is governed by neurotransmitters. Among these, dopamine plays a key role in regulating processes such as learning, reward, and movement. My work focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms behind dopamine-driven behaviors, using Caenorhabditis elegans as a model organism. With its well-mapped nervous system and connectome, C. elegans offers an ideal platform for studying the fundamental principles of neural circuitry. I am particularly interested in investigating dopamine-gated ligand-gated ion channels (LGICs), exploring their molecular identity, neuronal localization, and functional roles.