Biomathematics (Computational or Mathematical Biology): Mathematical models are important tools in basic scientific research in many areas of biology, including physiology, ecology, evolution, toxicology, immunology, natural resource management, and conservation biology. The result obtained from analysis and simulation of system models are used to test and extend biological theory, and to suggest new hypotheses or experiments. Models are also widely used to synthesize available information and provide quantitative answers to practical questions. My research focuses on understanding biological systems based on approaches derived from mathematics, computer science, statistics and physics using high performance computing and simulations. Understanding how the brain works is one of the fundamental challenges. I use computational, mathematical and statistical methods to understand neuronal activity and dynamics both on the single cell or network level.