Colleen A. McClung, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Clinical and Translational Science, serves overall Center Director and Core Lead of Core A: Administration. Dr. McClung has conducted pioneering research on the molecular and cellular mechanisms by which circadian genes control mood and SU-related behavior, and employs cutting edge technology and novel approaches in animal models, cell culture and human post-mortem tissue.
Daniel J. Buysse, MD, UPMC Professor of Sleep Medicine and Professor of Psychiatry and Clinical and Translational Science, serves as Center Co-Director and Co-I of Project 1. Dr. Buysse has 30+ years of experience conducting clinical and translational research in sleep and circadian medicine. His research focuses on insomnia and sleep-circadian interactions.