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Nicole LandiView profile

Professor

• Reading Development
• Language Development
• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
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Nicole Landi is a Professor and Director of Developmental Psychology in the Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Connecticut. She holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh (2005). Her research utilizes cognitive neuroscience approaches (ERP, MRI, neuroimaging genetics) to study reading and language development, focusing on disorders like dyslexia and specific reading comprehension disability. Education: Ph.D., Cognitive Psychology, University of Pittsburgh, 2005 Dr. Landi's research investigates neural mechanisms underlying reading disorders through collaborations with schools like AIM Academy and The Windward School. Her work examines predictors of intervention response and includes projects on neurochemistry, genetics, and technology-based interventions such as the HBN-EDUCATE program with the Child Mind Institute. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2025) reveals consistent themes: neural correlates of reading ability, socioeconomic impacts on literacy, intervention effectiveness during COVID-19, and specialized populations (autism, cochlear implant users). Methodologies predominantly feature fMRI, ERP, and DTI to explore brain-behavior relationships across development. Scientific Awards: James McKeen Cattell Sabbatical Fellowship (2020-2021) Dr. Landi advises multiple graduate and undergraduate students, including recipients of the Isabelle Y. Liberman Award (Meaghan Perdue), Goldwater Scholarship (Katie Mahaffy), and Holster Scholar (Katie Hooker). Her lab secures funding for research projects through partnerships and fellowships, including international collaborations on imaging genetics. The LandiLab operates within the Bousfield Psychology Building, collaborating with the Yale Child Study Center, Language Sciences Consortium, and community schools. These partnerships enable translational research through in-school laboratories and longitudinal studies of reading intervention outcomes.

• Philosophy of Perception
• Cognitive Science
• Metaphysics
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Roberto Casati is a distinguished academic serving as a Senior Researcher (Directeur de Recherche) at the French Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) since 2002, and as a Director of Studies (Directeur d'Etudes) at the School for Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences (EHESS) in Paris since 2016. His academic career spans multiple institutions across Europe and North America, including previous positions as Research Fellow at CNRS (1993-2002), Assistant at Université de Neuchatel, Switzerland (1991-1994), and Research Fellow with the Swiss National Science Foundation (1991-1993). Dr. Casati received his PhD from the University of Milan, Italy in 1992 and from the University of Geneva, Switzerland in 1991. He has taught at the Ecole Normale Supérieure and served as visiting professor or scholar at prestigious institutions including Università IUAV in Venice, the University of Turin, Columbia University, and Dartmouth College. His research focuses on the intersection of philosophy and cognitive science, with particular emphasis on perception, representation, and cognition. Dr. Casati has made significant contributions to understanding shadow perception, cognitive artifacts, spatial representation, and the philosophy of sound. His work bridges theoretical philosophy with empirical cognitive science, creating a rich interdisciplinary approach to understanding human cognition and its relationship with the physical world. Dr. Casati has published extensively, with nine academic books and numerous research articles in leading journals across philosophy and cognitive science. His publications span topics from metaphysics to visual perception, demonstrating the breadth and depth of his scholarly contributions. Scientific Awards 2003 Prix de la Science du Livre for the book "La découverte de l'ombre" 2001 Premio Castiglioncello di Filosofia for the book "La scoperta dell'ombra" 2000 Premio Fiesole speciale for the book "La scoperta dell'ombra" 1996 CNRS Bronze Medal in Philosophy (most distinguished researcher in the year for Philosophy) 1990 Geneva University Prize in Philosophy Dr. Casati has been actively involved in academic service and leadership. He is co-founder and co-editor of the Review of Philosophy and Psychology (Springer). He was responsible for Institut J. Nicod's Enactive Network of Excellence (IST-2002-002114) and has served as an evaluator for the VI Framework Programme of the European Commission, the European Science Foundation, and national research institutions of France and Italy. He has organized numerous national and international conferences in both philosophy and cognitive science. Beyond academic research, Dr. Casati has been committed to public philosophy, publishing a widely translated book (Semplicità insormontabili, with A. Varzi) that was adapted for theater, and over 250 short philosophical articles in the Italian daily IlSole/24Ore. Dr. Casati combines his academic pursuits with diverse personal interests, including professional competence in drawing and design, and completed a Transat Retour sailing race on a Challenge 67 sailboat in 2017. His future research projects focus on cognitive artifacts and wayfinding, continuing his tradition of innovative interdisciplinary work.

• Face recognition
• Sun protection attitudes
• Smoking cessation strategies
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Associate Professor Paul Chang is an Honorary Associate Professor of Psychology at the School of Arts and Humanities, Edith Cowan University (ECU). He holds a PhD in Psychology (1997, USA), an MA (1991, USA), and a BSc with First Class Honours (1985, UWA). His research focuses on face recognition, health promotion strategies (e.g., UV photoaging for sun protection), and improving educational quality in tertiary settings. He has received multiple teaching awards, including the ALTC Citation (2009) and Australian Award for University Teaching (2003). Professional experience includes roles as a clinical audiologist (1985-1989, 1997-1998) and academic positions at ECU since 1998, progressing from Lecturer to Associate Professor. He is a member of the Association for Psychological Science and has led research projects funded by government and health organizations, such as the $214,085 grant for auditory simulations to prevent noise-induced hearing loss (2008-2010). His research outputs span psychology, education, and public health, with notable contributions to tobacco packaging policy and mental health workforce studies. Current teaching includes courses on research methods, biopsychology, and ethical issues in psychology.

Ammar BelatrecheView profile

Senior Lecturer

• bio-inspired intelligent systems
• machine learning
• spiking neural networks
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Dr. Ammar Belatreche is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science and Programme Leader for the MSc Advanced Computer Science at Northumbria University's Department of Computer and Information Sciences. He joined Northumbria University in May 2016 after previous positions as a Research Associate and Lecturer at Ulster University. He is an active member of the Computational Intelligence and Visual Computing (CIVC) research group. Dr. Belatreche earned his PhD in Computer Science from Ulster University in 2007. His professional qualifications include: Member of the Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) since 2012 Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) since 2010 Member of the Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers (IEEE) since 2009 His research focuses on bio-inspired intelligent systems, machine learning, spiking neural networks, face detection and recognition, structured and unstructured data analytics, capital markets engineering, and image processing. Dr. Belatreche has extensive experience across academic and R&D in these areas, leading numerous research and consultancy projects. His recent work demonstrates a strong emphasis on neuromorphic computing, particularly spiking neural networks and their applications in computer vision, financial analysis, and biometrics. Analysis of his recent publications shows a clear trend toward advancing spiking neural network architectures, with particular focus on quantization, pruning, and binary implementations to improve efficiency. His research spans multiple domains including computer vision (face recognition, palm-vein recognition), financial technology (stock price manipulation detection), and neuromorphic engineering. Many of his recent papers (2024-2025) appear in top-tier conferences like ICLR and journals like IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems. Dr. Belatreche has received professional recognition including: Fellowship with the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Role as Associate Editor for the journal Neurocomputing He has successfully supervised or co-supervised 8 PhD students to completion and serves as a Program Committee Member and reviewer for numerous international conferences and journals. As Programme Leader for the MSc Advanced Computer Science, he plays a significant role in shaping postgraduate education in computer science at Northumbria University. His research group work bridges theoretical advances in neural computation with practical applications across multiple domains. Based in CIS 305 at Northumbria University's Newcastle campus, Dr. Belatreche continues to advance research in neuromorphic computing and its applications while contributing to academic leadership through his programme leadership role.

• Experimental Psychology
• Affective Science
• EEG Research
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Richard Naar is a Junior Lecturer in Quantitative Methods and Senior Specialist in EEG Research at the University of Tartu's Faculty of Social Sciences, Institute of Psychology. His academic career spans over a decade at the university, progressing from laboratory assistant positions to his current dual appointment beginning in 2025, reflecting his growing expertise in experimental psychology and neuroscience methodologies. Education: PhD in Psychology (Interrupted, 2016-2024), University of Tartu MSc in Psychology (2015), University of Tartu BSc in Psychology (2013), University of Tartu Naar's research focuses on experimental psychology , particularly the intersection of affective science and cognitive processes . His work examines how emotional states influence time perception, attention mechanisms, and physiological responses. He specializes in EEG methodology and quantitative analysis of psychological phenomena, with significant contributions to understanding emotion regulation through cognitive reappraisal techniques. His doctoral research explored outcome-associated predictions in relation to affective states, feelings of control, and personality. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on affective neuroscience , with multiple 2024 papers examining emotion regulation using multimodal approaches including EEG, EMG, and self-report measures. His work bridges experimental psychology with practical applications in emotional well-being, particularly through the Estonian Center of Excellence of Well-Being Sciences project. Awards: Diploma from the Estonian Research Council's Master's Thesis Competition in Social Sciences (2015) Naar is actively involved in major research projects including the Estonian Center of Excellence of Well-Being Sciences (2024-2030), building on his previous work with the 'Psychological mechanisms of emotion regulation with reappraisal' project (2020-2024). His research has received substantial funding from Estonian Research Council and other national bodies, with cumulative project funding exceeding one million euros. As a Senior Specialist in EEG Research, Naar contributes to the university's neuroscience infrastructure and methodology development, working with advanced electrophysiological techniques to investigate affective attention and cognitive processes. His dual role as Junior Lecturer in Quantitative Methods highlights his expertise in both experimental design and statistical analysis within psychological research.

Chandan R. NarayanView profile

Associate Professor

• Speech Perception
• Acoustic Phonetics
• Language Acquisition
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Chandan R. Narayan is an Associate Professor of Linguistics at York University's Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies, where he directs the Speech and Psycholinguistics Lab. His research examines speech perception, acoustic phonetics, and language acquisition, with focus on infant speech perception and historical sound change. Education includes a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan (2006) and undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley. Current research includes cross-linguistic studies of infant-directed speech, acoustic-perceptual explanations for historical sound changes in Dravidian languages, and bilingual lexical access. Research bridges laboratory phonetics with psycholinguistics, investigating how speech perception develops in infancy and how acoustic properties of language input influence phonological development and historical language change.

Van Opstal JohnView profile

Professor

• Neurophysiology
• Psychophysics
• Multisensory Integration
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John Van Opstal is a Full Professor of Biophysics and Director of the Donders Centre for Neuroscience at Radboud University, Nijmegen, The Netherlands. His research focuses on neurophysiological mechanisms underlying auditory perception, multisensory integration, and gaze control, with significant contributions to cochlear implant technology and neurotechnology. He holds a PhD from Radboud University (1988) and has held academic positions since 1984, progressing from Assistant Professor (1990–1998) to Associate Professor (1998–2005) before becoming Full Professor in 2010. Director of Donders Centre for Neuroscience (2018–present) Chair in Biophysics (2010–present) Former Honorary Professor in Systems Neuroscience (2005–2010) Research Interests: Combining neurophysiological recordings, psychophysics, and computational modeling to understand how sensory inputs guide behavior. Key areas include sound localization, vestibular function, and the development of neural prosthetics like cochlear implants. Awards: Member of Academia Europaea (2017), ERC Advanced Grant (2016), VICI Grant (2005), and extensive funding from national/international bodies. His work has led to over 9M€ in competitive grants. Grants & Students: Supervised 14 PhD students through the HealthPAC project (2014–2017), focusing on perception-action mechanisms in health and disease. Active in translational research, including collaborations with Advanced Bionics and Philips.

• Aging
• Dementia
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Claudia Rodríguez-Aranda is a Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway within the department of Behavioral Neuroscience, Aging and Dementia. Her research focuses on the interplay between cognitive, motor, and sensory functions in aging populations, particularly in Alzheimer’s disease and mild cognitive impairment (MCI). She investigates topics like verbal fluency, gait analysis, white matter integrity, and dual-task performance using neuroimaging and psychomotor assessment techniques. Key research interests include: Semantic organization and verbal fluency deficits in dementia Cognitive-motor interactions in aging Neuroanatomical correlates of neurodegenerative diseases Effects of dual-task paradigms on gait and attention Respiratory patterns during speech production Her publications (2025–2009) consistently explore aging-related cognitive decline through interdisciplinary methods. Notable trends include longitudinal studies on psychomotor functions and white matter integrity’s role in gait stability. She collaborates widely with UiT’s Behavioral Neuroscience research group and leads projects like the “Longitudinal umbrella project: Psychomotor functions, cognition and brain status in normal aging and MCI.” Her work bridges clinical neuroscience and gerontology, with practical implications for fall prevention and dementia diagnosis through motor-cognitive biomarkers.

Maren WehrleView profile

Associate Professor

• Phenomenology
• Philosophical Anthropology
• Historical Anthropology
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Maren Wehrle is Associate Professor in Practical Philosophy at the Erasmus School of Philosophy, Erasmus University Rotterdam. She holds a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Freiburg (2011) and previously served as a Post-Doctoral Researcher and Lecturer at KU Leuven. Her academic work bridges phenomenology, cognitive psychology, and philosophical anthropology. PhD in Philosophy, University of Freiburg (2011) MA in Philosophy, German Literature, and Historical Anthropology, University of Freiburg (2006) Her research centers on phenomenology , particularly the philosophy of attention, habit, embodiment, and normativity. She explores how lived experience intersects with cognitive science and feminist theory. Her work critically examines concepts like normality, passivity, and the bodily basis of subjectivity. She is deeply engaged in transdisciplinary research, especially through her leadership in the Flagship Integrative Neuromedicine project, which connects philosophy with neuroscience and medicine. The trends in her recent publications reflect a sustained focus on phenomenological theory applied to cognitive and social dimensions—particularly how habits break, how attention mediates reality, and how normality functions as a claim to truth. Her work increasingly integrates philosophical analysis with empirical neuroscience, advocating for a holistic understanding of neurological disorders from molecule to lived experience. She has co-edited significant volumes in the field, including the Husserl Handbuch and Access and Mediation: Transdisciplinary Perspectives on Attention , demonstrating her central role in contemporary phenomenological scholarship. Principal Investigator, Flagship Integrative Neuromedicine (Convergence Health & Technology) Supervision available in: Phenomenology, Cognitive Sciences, Feminist Philosophy, Philosophy of Technology She actively advises PhD candidates and participates in academic and public outreach, delivering lectures and organizing events that bridge philosophy with societal concerns. Her work in the Flagship project exemplifies her commitment to integrating philosophical insight into translational medical research. Maren Wehrle is a core member of the Flagship Integrative Neuromedicine team, a large-scale interdisciplinary initiative involving Erasmus MC, Erasmus University Rotterdam, and TU Delft. This project investigates neurological disorders across biological, psychological, and philosophical dimensions, aiming to develop more effective and socially accepted treatments.

Julian SchaapView profile

Assistant Professor

• Sociology of Music
• Cultural Sociology
• Popular Music
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Julian Schaap is an Assistant Professor of Sociology of Music at the Department of Arts and Culture Studies, Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication, Erasmus University Rotterdam. His research lies at the intersection of cultural sociology, cognitive sociology, and the sociology of stratification, with a focus on popular music, inequality, and well-being. Education PhD in Sociology, Erasmus University Rotterdam (defended cum laude, October 2019) Research Interests Julian Schaap investigates how music preferences and practices reflect and reproduce social inequalities based on race, gender, and class. His work critically examines the racialization of music genres, particularly the dominance of whiteness in rock music, and how cultural consumption shapes identity and social belonging. He also explores the role of music in mental and social well-being, especially in times of crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic. His methodological approach combines qualitative and quantitative techniques, including implicit association testing and cross-national comparative analysis. Recent Research Trends His recent publications reveal a strong thematic focus on the racial and gendered dimensions of music consumption, the cognitive mechanisms underlying cultural taste, and the social functions of music in digital and pandemic contexts. There is a clear trajectory from his dissertation on whiteness in rock music toward broader inquiries into music, identity, and well-being, often in collaborative projects with colleagues such as Pauwke Berkers and Merel Berghman. Scientific Awards Praemium Erasmianum Dissertation Prize 2020 Erasmus University Research Award 2020 EGSH Best Thesis Award 2019 KNAW Science Communication Grant (Main Applicant) 2021 New Scientist Wetenschapstalent 2021 Advising and Grants While no formal advisees are listed, Julian Schaap has secured competitive research funding from major Dutch and international bodies, including NWO, Fulbright, and the Erasmus Trustfonds. He is the main applicant on a KNAW Science Communication Grant, highlighting his commitment to public engagement. He also co-organized the educational minor Mu$ic: The economy, sociology and practice of popular music , indicating leadership in curriculum development and interdisciplinary collaboration. Labs and Research Groups Julian is affiliated with the Rotterdam Popular Music Studies research group and collaborates with the Music as Medicine research group at Erasmus Medical Center. He co-organizes the Music Talks symposia series, fostering dialogue between academia and artistic practice.

• Clinical Psychology
• Body Image
• Body Dissatisfaction
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Dr. Nina Gehrer is a Post-Doc researcher in the Department of Psychology at the University of Tübingen, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and the Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy research group. Her work is centered on understanding cognitive and perceptual mechanisms underlying psychopathy and body image disturbances, using advanced eye-tracking methodologies. Her research interests include: Body dissatisfaction and body image interventions Attention biases and social information processing Eye tracking in clinical populations Psychopathy and antisocial behavior Emotion recognition and gaze behavior Cognitive mechanisms in violent offenders The recent publications (2017–2022) reflect a strong focus on eye movement patterns in psychopathy, emotion processing in epilepsy, multisensory perception, and methodological innovations in gaze analysis. Her work frequently involves incarcerated populations and employs both experimental and clinical paradigms. Collaborations with researchers like M. Schönenberg, A. Jusyte, and A.T. Duchowski highlight interdisciplinary and international research efforts. Scientific awards and honors are not mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Gehrer has been actively involved in research since her PhD (2015–2020) and completed a psychiatric internship (2021–2022) as part of her psychotherapy training. There is no mention of grant leadership or student advising in the available data. She is based at Schleichstraße 4, Room 4.407, Tübingen.

Darin R. BrownView profile

Associate Professor

• EEG Signatures of Frontal Cortical Function
• Emotion Processing
• Reward and Decision Making
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Darin R. Brown is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Pitzer College, affiliated with the Psychology Field Group. Since joining Pitzer in 2019, he has taught courses including Introduction to Psychology, Neurobiology of Emotion, and Research Methods. He holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of New Mexico, with prior degrees from California State University, Los Angeles. Education : PhD (University of New Mexico), MA and BA (California State University, Los Angeles). Research Interests focus on: EEG signatures of frontal cortical function Emotion processing Reward and decision-making mechanisms Computational psychiatry Scientific Awards include multiple Student Presentation Awards from the Society of Psychophysiological Research (2015–2019), the Susan Deese-Roberts Award for Outstanding Graduate Teaching (2019), and the Psychology Annual Award for Best Experimental Publication (2018). Selected Grants and Honors highlight consistent recognition for research excellence and teaching. He has presented at prestigious conferences, including the Society for Psychophysiological Research (2018–2019) and the Research Society on Alcoholism Annual Meeting (2019).

Amy FinnView profile

Associate Professor

• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Learning and Memory Systems
• Child Development
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Amy Finn is an Associate Professor and Director of the Finn Learning and Neural Development Lab (LAND Lab) at the University of Toronto. Her research investigates how brain and cognitive development shape learning outcomes in children, focusing on memory systems, neural plasticity, and environmental influences. The LAND Lab explores developmental cognitive neuroscience, emphasizing age-related learning patterns, critical periods, and brain-environment interactions. Current research areas include implicit memory development, attentional modulation of learning, socioeconomic impacts on neural systems, and computational models of cognition. Notable publications span topics like attention-memory dynamics, scene perception in children, and socioeconomic status effects on hippocampal development. Collaborations involve institutions such as MIT, Emory University, and international labs. Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Learning and Memory Systems Neural Plasticity Environmental Influences on Learning

• Cochlear Implants
• Auditory Perception
• Music Perception
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Christina Fuller is a researcher at the University of Groningen, active in interdisciplinary research bridging auditory neuroscience, medical data mining, and cancer therapy analysis. Her work primarily focuses on cochlear implants, music perception, and quality of life assessments for hearing-impaired individuals, while also contributing to symptom analysis in oncology through machine learning techniques. Key Research Areas: Cochlear implants, music perception, human-machine collaboration in clinical contexts, and cancer symptom management. Academic Collaborations: Works with institutions like Advanced Bionics and Mandema Foundation, with international partnerships in data science and oncology. Awards: Recognized with the Mandema Stipendium (2016) for auditory perception research and Advanced Bionics Industry Support (2013) for music therapy development in cochlear implant users. Public Engagement: Frequently contributes to public discourse on hearing rehabilitation through media appearances and community-focused presentations. Dataset Contributions: Created open-access datasets on music perception in implant users, hosted at University of Groningen and DataverseNL.

Marcin WojtasińskiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cognitive Psychology
• Religiosity Studies
• Art Appreciation
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Marcin Wojtasiński is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Experimental Psychology, Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His academic career at this institution spans multiple research domains. Assistant Professor (2025) Department of Experimental Psychology affiliation Faculty of Social Sciences membership John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin affiliation Dr. Wojtasiński's research interests intersect Cognitive Psychology , Religiosity Studies , and Art Appreciation . His work explores: Religious symbols' dual dimensions (opportunity vs. challenge) Canonical size phenomenon in memory drawing Flow states in board gaming Religious experience's protective role in migration Neural correlates of empathy and art perception Recent publications show increasing focus on network analysis and statistical modeling of complex psychological phenomena. His 2025 work includes vection research, skill-challenge dynamics, and sound predictability effects on attention. Collaboration patterns reveal frequent work with Małgorzata Tatala , Magdalena Szubielska , and other Polish psychologists. While no specific awards are mentioned, his publication record in Scientific Reports , Religions , and PLoS One demonstrates active scientific contribution.