Neural Mechanisms of Affective Bias

The Shabel Lab at UT Southwestern Medical Center investigates the lateral habenula to understand reward, avoidance, and the biological underpinnings of affective disorders.

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Neural Mechanisms of Affective Bias

We aim to discover how the brain learns from positive and negative experiences, how imbalances in this process contribute to psychiatric disorders, and how these mechanisms can be targeted therapeutically.

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December 5th 2025

Lupita Graduates!

Congratulations, Dr. Rios, on earning your Ph.D!

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November 1st 2025

Hailey Joins the Lab!

Welcome Hailey!

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October 28th 2025

Srijani Graduates!

A new doctor in the lab! Congrats Dr. Biswas!

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