Jonathan Lee - Network - University of Birmingham

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Jonathan Lee's research is focused on the basic mechanisms of learning and memory. These range from the neural circuits that support memory acquisition and persistence, to the cellular mechanisms that operate within those circuits. In particular, he is interested in the different phases that occur in the lifetime of a memory: acquisition, stabilisation and retrieval/expression. His recent work has paid particular attention to the phenomenon of memory reconsolidation, whereby a memory may be modified after its retrieval, perhaps to maintain its adaptive relevance.

The study of memory reconsolidation is a major focus of Dr Lee's research, especially in relation to conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder and drug addiction which depend largely upon the formation of extremely powerful and persistent emotional memories. It may be possible, therefore, to reduce the impact of these memories by blocking their reconsolidation. By using preclinical models of emotional learning and memory, Dr Lee's work explores the clinical benefits of such an approach.

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The University of Birmingham

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46 shared research output

Life and Environmental Sciences

The University of Birmingham

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46 shared research output

The Centre for Human Brain Health (CHBH)

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Inflammation and Ageing

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Medicine and Health

The University of Birmingham

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Birmingham Medical School

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1 shared research output

University of Birmingham

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4 shared research output

University of Sao Paulo

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3 shared research output

Univ Fed Santa Catarina

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2 shared research output

University of Nottingham

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2 shared research output

Federal University of Rio de Janeiro

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University of Uppsala

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1 shared research output

Medical University of Vienna

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1 shared research output

Univ Fed Rio de Janeiro

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1 shared research output