Kay Tye
Professor of Systems Neurobiology at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies and Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Investigator, specializing in neural circuits underlying emotion and decision-making processes.
About
Kay Tye is a leading neuroscientist focused on understanding the neural circuits that govern emotion and behavior.
She holds a professorship in Systems Neurobiology at the prestigious Salk Institute for Biological Studies.
As an HHMI Investigator, her groundbreaking research uses advanced techniques to dissect brain pathways involved in motivation, anxiety, and reward.
Her work bridges molecular, cellular, and systems neuroscience to illuminate how neural circuits influence mental health.
Areas of Expertise
Recent Podcasts
The Biology of Social Interactions & Emotions | Dr. Kay Tye
Topic: The neuroscience of social interactions, emotions, loneliness, and social hierarchies.
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