This research develops automated tools to identify psychedelic-inspired compounds that restore lost neural connections associated with depression, anxiety, and addiction. Using advanced imaging and custom analysis software, the project screens potential therapeutics that promote neuronal growth, aiming to create treatments that repair brain circuitry rather than simply managing symptoms.

This research investigates whether zinc plays a critical role in the ability of psychedelic drugs to reopen social reward critical periods in the brain. Using mouse models, the study examines how zinc influences social behavior following psychedelic treatment, potentially revealing mechanisms of brain plasticity relevant to autism, social anxiety, and social connection.