Neural circuits must both execute the behavioral repertoire of individuals and account for
behavioral variation across species. Understanding how this variation emerges over …

Understanding the circuit mechanisms of the visual code for natural scenes is a central goal
of sensory neuroscience. We show that a three-layer network model predicts retinal natural …

The normal function of the retina is to convey information about natural visual images. It is this
visual environment that has driven evolution, and that is clinically relevant. Yet nearly all of …

Quantitative comparison of brain-wide neural dynamics across different experimental conditions
often requires precise alignment to a common set of anatomical coordinates. While such …

Locomotion involves rhythmic limb movement patterns that originate in circuits outside the
brain. Purposeful locomotion requires descending commands from the brain, but we do not …

The ability to act voluntarily is fundamental to animal behavior. For example, self-directed
movements are critical to exploration, particularly in the absence of external sensory signals …

… Additionally, I would be remiss if I did not thank Brianna Jones, Luke Brezovec, and Avery
Krieger for truly being my family while I was here. Luke and Brianna provided a place I felt at …

… Interviews were recorded using a DSLR camera (Canon 7D) and a tripod, both owned
and operated by Luke Brezovec. As Luke set up the equipment, I would briefly describe the …

Sirtuin enzymes depend on NAD + to catalyze protein deacetylation. Therefore, the
lowering of NAD + during aging leads to decreased sirtuin activity and may speed up aging …