About
Pierre Jolicoeur is a Full Professor at the University of Montreal (2002–present) and Canada Research Chair in Experimental Cognitive Science. He leads research in cognitive neuroscience using EEG, MEG, and fMRI, focusing on auditory attention and short-term memory. His roles include Associate Director of the Centre de Recherche en Neuropsychologie et Cognition and Director of the MEG Laboratory.
Education:
- B.Sc. in Psychology, McGill University (1977)
- Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, Harvard University (1982)
Research Interests: Cognitive neuroscience methodologies, auditory perception, neuroimaging, and cognitive processes. His work explores how the brain processes auditory information and maintains short-term memory, with implications for understanding conditions like Alzheimer’s.
Funding:
- Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
- Canadian Institutes of Health Research
- Alzheimer Society of Canada
- Québec Bio-Imaging Network
Awards:
- 2004: Elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
- 2009: D. O. Hebb Distinguished Contribution Award
Labs & Affiliations: Directs the MEG Laboratory and contributes to BRAMS (International Laboratory for Brain, Music, and Sound Research). Engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations across neuroimaging and cognitive science domains.
