Zhiyong Xie

The paper identifies Cbln2-expressing neurons in the posterior hypothalamic nucleus as essential for inducing panic-like defensive state in mice.

This study identifies Cbln2+ neurons in the parafascicular thalamic nucleus as regulators of self-grooming behavior, showing bidirectional control and potential for non-invasive OCD treatment.

The paper identifies molecularly distinct neuronal subtypes in the superior colliculus that mediate predator avoidance and prey capture behaviors through separate transcriptomic codes.

The paper identifies a brain circuit from the superior colliculus to the substantia nigra pars compacta that enhances appetitive locomotion during predatory hunting by modulating dopamine release.