Angel Barco: Experience-Driven Regulation of Neuronal Gene Programs

Angel Barco is Professor of Research (Full Professor equivalent) at CSIC, Instituto de Neurociencias UMH-CSIC.

His team investigates the role of activity-driven gene expression in neuronal plasticity, learning and memory. The group undertakes a multidisciplinary approach based on the combination of bioinformatics and functional genomics with behavioural analyses, and molecular and cellular neurobiology.

Short Abstract:

Transcriptional and epigenetic mechanisms provide a molecular framework through which environmental influences and life experiences exert lasting effects on the brain. In this talk, we will examine two examples that illustrate the interplay between genomic regulation and neuronal plasticity. First, we will discuss how environmental enrichment and deprivation shape cognitive function through specific gene expression programs. Second, we will explore the transcriptional signatures associated with memory encoding and recall in the hippocampus.

 The host of this speaker is Prof. Ana Pombo.

You are all cordially invited to attend his talk in person or via zoom:

Meeting-ID: 670 3199 5738

Pass code: 825202

If anyone is interested in meeting Prof. Angel Barco, please let us know at olga.poethke@mdc-berlin.de.