Principal Investigator

Dr. Travis Moschak is a behavioral neuroscientist whose research focuses on understanding the neurocircuitry underlying motivation, decision-making, and addiction. His work explores how substances of abuse and natural rewards affect brain function, particularly emphasizing operant behavioral paradigms. Dr. Moschak's laboratory uses advanced techniques such as in vivo electrophysiology and pharmacology to investigate the role of specific brain regions in driving these behaviors. Through his studies, he aims to uncover mechanisms that contribute to substance use disorders, with the ultimate goal of identifying potential therapeutic targets.

Lab Manager

Lab Technician

Ph.D. Candidate

Marina is a Ph.D. student in what she proudly calls the best lab in the world. Passionate about her work, she’s constantly seeking to expand her expertise, learn new skills, and grow into the best version of herself. Outside the lab, Marina enjoys lifting at the gym, practicing yoga, cooking, crafting, spending time with loved ones, getting tattoos, or relaxing with a good book and a coffee in a cozy spot.

Ph.D. Candidate

Peter is a Ph.D. student interested in how social factors influence the decision-making process within the context of addiction. Apart from research, Peter loves to sing, dance, and perform in musical theatre productions, enjoys both learning and creating new dishes in the kitchen, and (tries to) bike and run regularly.

Ph.D. Student