| Michael J. Frank, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Psychology Program in Neuroscience Cognition and Neural Systems Cognitive Science Program University of Arizona 1503 E University Blvd Tucson AZ 85721 Phone: (520) 626-4787 Fax: (520) 621-9306 Office: Rm 208E email: 
http://www.u.arizona.edu/~mfrank
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Laboratory for Neural Computation and Cognition at the University of Arizona
Our research combines computational modeling and experimental work to
understand the
neural mechanisms underlying reinforcement
learning, decision making and working memory.
We develop
biologically-based neural network models that simulate systems-level
interactions
between multiple brain areas (primarily basal
ganglia and frontal cortex), including modulation
by dopamine and
other neuromodulators. We test theoretical predictions of the models using
various neuropsychological, pharmacological, genetic, and
neuroimaging techniques.
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