The center aims at bringing together a group of systems neuroscientists in ZNI, with their research focused on deciphering the structure and function of neural circuits in the mammalian brain with cutting-edge techniques. The general long-term research goals are to understand 1) how sensory perception is achieved and how sensory-evoked behaviors and emotions are generated and regulated, 2) how brain circuits adapt to dynamic changes of the external environment, and 3) how specific changes in brain circuits result in neurological and psychiatric disorders, especially the related sensory processing disorders (SPD). The center will promote interactions and collaborations among investigators in ZNI and will support the exploration of translational potentials of discoveries and developed approaches in clinical treatments of SPDs. It will also serve as a platform to foster the career development of junior scientists.ur newsletter, follow social media channels, etc.