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Chad Samuelsen

Assoc Professor
HSC - Anatomical Science/Neurobiology
502-852-5169 chad.samuelsen@louisville.edu
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Academic Profile

Biography

Dr. Chad Samuelsen is a neuroscientist at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where he investigates the neural mechanisms underlying chemosensory processing, flavor perception, and consummatory behavior. His research focuses on the neural mechanisms of odor-taste integration and their influence on decision-making related to food and fluid intake. Using behavioral, electrophysiological, optogenetic, and pharmacological approaches, his work aims to unravel the fundamental processes that shape sensory-guided choices.

Research Interests

  • Multisensory integration
  • Ingestive behavior 
  • Flavor perception

Research Labs

Samuelsen Lab

Degrees and Certifications

PhD in Neuroscience
Florida State University, Tallahassee, , -2009
BS in Psychology
Florida State University, Tallahassee, , -2002