Physiology Group
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Example of rostral ventrolateral medulla neurons double labeled |
The Physiology Group within the department of Physiological Sciences has a strong research focus in understanding the central neural control of the cardiorespiratory system, in both normal and disease states (hypertension, spinal cord injury, asthma, and upper airway obstruction). The Physiology Group includes Dr. Donald Bolser, Dr. Paul Davenport, Dr. Linda Hayward, and Dr. Richard Johnson. Current research projects include:
Investigating neuropharmacological basis of altered arterial chemoreflex function in hypertension and the spinal cord injury state.
Investigating neuronal activation patterns in the central nervous system following upper airway occlusion and pontine stimulation, with a focus on histochemistry.
Role of Sensory perception in the detection of asthma-related airway occlusion and cough.
Sensory and motor control of visceral organs and the urogenital tract.
The Hayward Lab: Earl Britt, Sarita Miles, Linda Hayward, & Mabelin Castellanos