Eccles Laboratory

Eccles Laboratory is a research facility dedicated to studying how the brain and nervous system work, particularly how neurons communicate. Named after Sir Andrew Huxley and Sir Alan Hodgkin, it focuses on understanding the electrical signals in nerve cells, which are fundamental to processes like thought, sensation, and movement. Through experiments at the cellular and molecular levels, the lab aims to uncover mechanisms that can inform treatments for neurological disorders and improve our understanding of brain function. It combines advanced techniques in neurobiology, electrophysiology, and biochemistry to explore these complex systems.