Aaron Gruber

Dr. Aaron Gruber is a Professor at the University of Calgary's Cumming School of Medicine, Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy. He holds key affiliations as a Full Member of the Hotchkiss Brain Institute and Child Health & Wellness Researcher at the Alberta Children's Hospital Research Institute. His research integrates neuroscience and artificial intelligence through multi-disciplinary collaborations.

Research spans:

• Basic Science: Neural information processing in decision-making circuits, bioenergetics, and neuromodulation
• Translation: Multi-scale analysis of environmental impacts on neurodevelopmental disorders (Autism/ADHD) and mental health
• Technology: Brain-inspired AI algorithms for efficient learning and ethical artificial intelligence

Fields include Neuroscience, Machine Learning, Mitochondrial Research, and Computational Neuroscience.

Dr. Gruber leads the Gruber Lab, specializing in recurrent neural network development. He participates in institutional initiatives:

• Brain and Mental Health (2015-2021)
• Child Health and Wellness (2020-2025)