Karin Petrini

Karin Petrini is an Associate Professor in Experimental and Cognitive Psychology at the University of Bath and an Honorary Senior Researcher at University College London. She leads research in multisensory integration, cognitive development, and assistive technologies. Her work bridges neuroscience and applied psychology, focusing on how sensory experiences shape behavior and brain function across the lifespan.

Key areas include: multisensory perception in sensory-deprived populations (e.g., visual impairment), music's impact on brain structure/function, and VR applications in mental health interventions. She has secured funding from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, NHS Trusts, and UK charities.

Recent projects include developing music-based dementia interventions and studying awe experiences via VR. Her research contributes to UN SDGs related to health equity and inclusive societies.

• Lead PI on dementia music intervention project (2024-2025)
• Co-Investigator on VR-based hoarding therapy project (2018-2020)

Awards include multiple Springer Nature editorial excellence awards (2025) and recognition for teaching excellence (2024).