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• Biomedical Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Medical Physiology
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James Avery is a Lecturer in Robotics at the University of Leeds and an Honorary Lecturer at the Hamlyn Centre, Department of Surgery & Cancer, Imperial College London . His academic journey began with an MEng in Acoustical Engineering from the University of Southampton and a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from University College London (2015). He has held roles including EPSRC Doctoral Research Fellow and Imperial College Research Fellow (2020–2024). Research Interests span Electrical Impedance Tomography (EIT) , Surgical Robotics , Soft Sensors , Implantable/Wearable Devices , and Open-Source Biomedical Solutions . His work emphasizes translating engineering innovations into clinical practice, especially in minimally invasive surgery and non-invasive diagnostics. Publications focus on advancing medical robotics, EIT applications in neurology and surgery, and sensor technologies for gastrointestinal monitoring. Notable contributions include inflatable surgical robots, wearable gut sensors, and EIT-based tissue palpation systems. Awards : Imperial College Research Fellowship (2020) Grants & Advising : His research has been supported by the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre. He advises on open-source hardware development and has contributed to 3D-printed patient models for surgical training. Labs/Teams : Active in the Hamlyn Centre and collaborates with the Neurophysiology lab at UCL. His work bridges engineering and clinical practice through interdisciplinary partnerships.

Vilelmini KalabratsidouView profile

Academic

• Wearable Computing
• Biosignals
• Cognitive Computing
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Vilelmini Kalabratsidou is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of the Aegean’s Department of Product and Systems Design Engineering on Syros. Her work bridges cognitive computing, wearable technology, and performing arts, focusing on designing interfaces that augment human bodily signals (e.g., heart activity) into interactive experiences. She holds a PhD in Cognitive Computing from Rutgers University (USA) and a dance degree from the Athens Conservatory. Education: PhD in Computer Science (Cognitive Computing), Rutgers University, 2018 MSc in Electronic & Computer Engineering, Technical University of Crete, 2012 Dance Diploma, Athens Conservatory Dance Department Research Interests: Wearable biosensors, real-time biofeedback systems, embodied interaction in dance, data-driven artistic creation, and neuroplasticity interfaces. Her projects often involve collaborative art-science initiatives like the Transition to 8 project, blending social data with music/visual art. Key Contributions: Developed co-adaptive interfaces using heart rate data to steer dance performances and pioneered methods for analyzing bodily signals during social interactions (e.g., sociodrama studies). Her work has been showcased at conferences like Movement and Computing (MOCO) and published in journals like Wearable Technologies and Sensors . Awards: Qualcomm Innovation Fellowship Finalist (2016), Student Entrepreneurship Grand (2011 for a one-button communication system). Labs & Collaborations: Collaborated with Rutgers’ Sensory-Motor Integration Lab, Athena Research Center, and the University of Peloponnese. Active in transdisciplinary projects fusing art, tech, and psychology.

Renee TimmersView profile

Professor

• Music Psychology
• Emotional Responses to Music
• Music Performance Expression
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Professor Renee Timmers is a Professor of Music Psychology at the University of Sheffield's School of Languages, Arts and Societies. She holds degrees in Musicology (MA, Amsterdam) and Psychology (PhD, Nijmegen), with interdisciplinary research experience across music, psychology, and computer science. She leads the cross-faculty Muses, Mind, Machine research centre, focusing on how arts enhance human flourishing through collaborations with industry and academia. Her research spans emotional responses to music, expression in performance, cross-cultural studies (e.g., Japanese vs. UK perceptions), music for health (dementia, sleep), and inclusive singing practices. She supervises PhD students in topics like singing for respiratory health and cross-cultural emotion perception. Recent grants include projects on music for sleep (EPSRC-funded) and dementia technology (UKRI-funded). Education: MA Musicology (Amsterdam), PhD Psychology (Nijmegen) Research Centers: Director, Muses, Mind, Machine Editorial Roles: Co-editor of Empirical Musicology Review , associate editor of Psychomusicology Her work emphasizes real-world applications, such as using biofeedback for sleep improvement and designing music technologies for dementia care. She collaborates internationally and engages in public outreach through festivals and workshops on topics like synaesthesia and vocal confidence.

Ayodele SasegbonView profile

Academic

• Neurostimulation
• Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
• Neurogastroenterology
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Ayodele Sasegbon is an NIHR Clinical Lecturer at the University of Manchester's Division of Diabetes, Endocrinology & Gastroenterology. He holds roles in academic governance as a Senate Member and chairs the GasTRIN NoW research network. His expertise spans neurogastroenterology, swallowing disorders, and neuromodulation therapies. Education: MBChB (2012) and BSc (2010) from University of Leicester PhD (2021) on non-invasive brain stimulation effects from University of Manchester MRCP (2016) and European Gastroenterology Specialty Exam (2019) Research focuses on neurostimulation therapies for dysphagia, particularly in Parkinson's and stroke patients. Recent work includes meta-analyses of sensory modulation treatments and cerebellar stimulation feasibility studies. He leads clinical trials and contributes to telemedicine solutions for intestinal failure management. Key Awards: Powell-Tuck Prize (2023) Turner Warwick National Prize (2019) Active in peer review for journals like Frontiers in Neurology and Scientific Reports . Supervises clinical and research trainees through his roles in NHS North West Deanery and BSG committees.

• Music Therapy
• Mental Health
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Katrien Foubert serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Development and Regeneration within KU Leuven's Faculty of Medicine. She coordinates the Music Therapy unit at Leuven Woman and Child while maintaining dual affiliations with the School of Arts (Associated Faculty) and research centers including the Leuven Centre for Health Humanities (LCH²) and KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI). Her institutional roles extend to membership in the Departmental Council of Development and Regeneration as senior academic staff. Dr. Foubert's research centers on music therapy applications for mental health across developmental stages, with specialization in improvisational techniques for autistic populations, child/adolescent resilience, and interpersonal trust frameworks. Her work bridges clinical practice with health humanities, examining social-emotional development through musical interventions while integrating neuroscience perspectives from her LBI affiliation. Key methodological innovations include photovoice documentation and cross-border knowledge exchange initiatives. Analysis of her 2024 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: 1) Clinical frameworks for trust and aggression management in therapeutic relationships, 2) Technology-health-music convergence through projects like "Sonic Frontiers", and 3) Family-system interventions focusing on sibling dynamics in developmental disorders. These outputs demonstrate consistent emphasis on evidence-based practice development within European mental healthcare contexts. Dr. Foubert currently leads five major research projects including "The Art of Resilience" (2024-2028) exploring musical approaches to adolescent resilience, "Inhibition/Interval" (2023-2027) developing autotheoretical performance methodologies, and longitudinal studies on ASD interventions. Her grant portfolio reflects sustained funding for music therapy applications in intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental healthcare systems across Flanders and the Netherlands. As coordinator of Leuven's Music Therapy unit within the Woman and Child division, she directs clinical operations while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration through the Leuven Centre for Health Humanities. Her leadership in the International Conference on Improvisation in Music Therapy demonstrates active engagement in shaping global research standards for the field.

• Neuroscience
• Chronic Pain
• Psychobiology
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Pedro José Montoya Jiménez is a Full Professor of Biological Psychology at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB) since 2009, with visiting professorships at institutions including Northwestern University , University of Tübingen , and Federal University of ABC . Holding a Psychology degree from Complutense University (1986) and a PhD in Psychology from Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich (1993), he combines experimental psychology and neuroimaging (fMRI/EEG) to study chronic pain's neural mechanisms. His research focuses on brain plasticity in chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia and complex regional pain syndrome , examining cognitive-affective influences on neural networks and developing neuromodulatory interventions (neurofeedback, brain stimulation). Collaborations with Dante Chialvo (Argentina) and Abrahão Baptista (Brazil) highlight his international impact. Recent publications analyze age-related pain processing , autonomic regulation , and AI-based pain assessment tools . Funded by Spanish Ministry of Science , Balearic Government , and La Marato TV3 , he has co-founded the biotech company BIPSIN SL (2011) and supervised over 40 theses in neuroscience and psychology. Scientific Awards : National XVII Young Entrepreneurs Bancaja Prize (2011) Key Research Areas : Chronic Pain Neurophysiology Brain Network Dynamics Neuromodulation Techniques Cognitive-Affective Pain Modulation Autonomic Nervous System Regulation Developmental Neuroscience Neurorehabilitation Machine Learning in Pain Diagnosis

Kevin KeenanView profile

Associate Professor

• Motor Control
• Neurophysiology
• Biomechanics
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Kevin Keenan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, directing the Neuromechanics Labs . His research explores the intersection of motor control, neurophysiology, and biomechanics in aging populations. Ph.D. in Integrative Physiology, University of Colorado (2005) Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Cornell University (2008) MS in Kinesiology, University of Michigan (1998) BS in Kinesiology, University of Michigan (1992) His laboratory employs advanced methodologies including high-density surface EMG arrays, long-term EMG recordings, indwelling EMG, motion capture, and computational modeling to investigate neuromuscular control in aging, stroke recovery, and physical activity impacts. Current projects examine muscle coordination during fine motor tasks, biofeedback interventions for chronic pain, and noninvasive neuromuscular assessment techniques. Key article trends include aging-related motor decline (12/15), EMG/force analysis (10/15), biomechanical modeling (8/15), and cross-disciplinary collaborations with engineers and clinicians. Awards include the UWM Libraries Research Fellows Program (2010) and VISTA Travel Award (2010). Research Fellows Program (2010) - UWM Libraries VISTA Travel Award (2010) - UWM His work bridges kinesiology with mechanical engineering through collaborations and lab infrastructure. The Neuromechanics Labs serve as a hub for interdisciplinary studies involving computational modeling of motor units, stroke rehabilitation, and geriatric mobility research.

Brecca GaffneyView profile

Assistant Professor

• Musculoskeletal Biomechanics
• Movement Disorders
• Orthopedic Research
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Dr. Brecca Gaffney is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado Denver , with an additional affiliation at the Center for Bioengineering on the University of Colorado Denver Anschutz Medical Campus. Her research focuses on musculoskeletal biomechanics and the mechanical factors underlying overuse injuries in populations with movement pathologies. PhD, 2017 (Mechanical Engineering, University of Denver) MS, 2013 (Mechanical Engineering, University of Denver) BS, 2011 (Mechanical Engineering, Colorado School of Mines) Her research spans: Mechanisms of overuse injuries (e.g., osteoarthritis) Muscle and joint mechanics in lower extremity movement disorders Postural correction via biofeedback systems Biomechanical compensations in amputees Joint mechanics following surgical interventions Non-surgical treatment strategies for hip dysplasia Scientific Awards Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (F32) from NIH/NIAMS 2018 L'Oréal USA For Women in Science Fellow Prior to her current role, she completed postdoctoral research at Washington University in St. Louis, examining interventions for hip dysplasia.

• Applied Psychophysiology
• Clinical Health Psychology
• Cardiovascular Disease
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Kevin T. Larkin serves as Professor in the Department of Behavioral Medicine & Psychiatry at West Virginia University School of Medicine, where he has held faculty positions since 1986. After joining as Assistant Professor, he achieved tenure as Associate Professor in 1992 and was promoted to Professor in 2002. He served as Department Chair from 2013 to 2023 following 13 years as Director of Clinical Training. His educational background includes: PhD from University of Pittsburgh MA from University of Richmond (1981) Dr. Larkin's research focuses on applied psychophysiology and clinical health psychology, investigating how behavioral and emotional factors influence cardiovascular health. His work centers on stress responses in patients with cardiovascular disease, essential hypertension, and hematologic malignancies, with recent expansion into health disparities among Muslim communities. He directs the Behavioral Physiology Laboratory where biofeedback interventions and cardiovascular reactivity are primary research areas. Analysis of his recent publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) cardiovascular reactivity to interpersonal stress with emphasis on gender differences and task relevance, (2) health behavior maintenance including exercise adherence and cancer screening practices, and (3) cultural factors affecting health outcomes in religious minority populations. His methodological approach consistently integrates psychophysiological measurement with behavioral observation. Scientific Awards: No specific awards were identified in available sources. Dr. Larkin has significantly shaped psychology training through leadership roles including 13 years as Director of Clinical Training. His publications on competency development for integrated behavioral health care demonstrate his commitment to advancing training standards. While specific grant details are unreported, his sustained research output indicates consistent funding support for laboratory-based psychophysiological studies and community health initiatives. He directs the Behavioral Physiology Laboratory within WVU's Department of Psychology, which specializes in cardiovascular reactivity assessment, biofeedback intervention development, and stress response modulation using both laboratory and ecological momentary assessment approaches.

Vikram KaushalView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Live Performance
• Interactive Media Design
• Biofeedback Systems
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Vikram Kaushal is a Senior Lecturer at the Manchester School of Architecture, focusing on the intersection of live performance, interactive media design, and biofeedback-driven environments. His work explores collective experiences through technology and spatial innovation. Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer University: Manchester Metropolitan University School: Manchester School of Architecture His research examines how performance, space, and technology foster community connection. Projects include immersive installations utilizing dynamic video, biofeedback, and real-time systems, often hosted in unconventional venues like disused buildings and railway arches. Key themes include British cybernetics, urban regeneration, and deconstructing cultural consumption models. Recent works such as 'Repercussion' (2025) and 'HomoBloc Festival' (2024) highlight his engagement with responsive environments and participatory art. Earlier outputs like 'Verfasst' (2017) and 'Manchester Urban Pioneers' (2015) emphasize biometric data integration and post-industrial urban strategies. Scientific Awards Shortlisted for the Colvin Prize (2025) Second Place in 'Murder Children During the Bombing' Competition (2021) Kaushal's collaborative consultancy, Logan & Wilcox, extends his practice into community arts and cultural projects. He frequently participates in international exhibitions, residencies, and academic conferences.

• Translational Neuroscience
• Clinical Neuroscience
• Neuropsychiatry Disorders
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Dr. Yoko Nagai is an Associate Professor in Translational Neuroscience (Clinical Neuroscience) at Brighton and Sussex Medical School, where she conducts pioneering research on mind-body interactions, human consciousness, and non-drug therapies for neurological conditions such as drug-resistant epilepsy. Her work integrates neuroscience, psychology, and clinical innovation. Her educational background spans multiple disciplines: BSc in Science, Tokyo University of Science, Japan (1994) PhD, King's College London, UK (2001) MBA, University of Brighton, UK (2016) PG Dip Law, University of Brighton, UK (2019) LLM, BPP University, London, UK (2024) PGCert HE, University of Sussex, UK (2022) Barrister (Non-registered), Lincoln's Inn, London (2023) Her research interests focus on translational neuroscience, interoception, autonomic regulation, epilepsy, Tourette syndrome, and the role of breathwork in altering consciousness and emotional processing. She has extended her work into social wellbeing, integrating insights from science, business, and law. Her recent publications highlight investigations into high-ventilation breathwork, autonomic biofeedback, racial bias modulation via physiological signals, and cultural differences in embodied emotions. The trend in her publications shows a strong emphasis on the intersection of autonomic physiology and cognition, with applications in clinical neuropsychiatry. She frequently studies how bodily signals influence brain function, emotional regulation, and social behavior, using neuroimaging, psychophysiology, and behavioral methods. Dr. Nagai has secured competitive research grants from organizations including the Wellcome Trust, Bial Foundation, Tourette Syndrome Association, and MQ Transforming Mental Health. These grants support her work on autonomic modulation in epilepsy, anxiety in hypermobility, interoception in autism, and 'brain fog' in dysautonomia. She is actively involved in teaching and supervision at Brighton and Sussex Medical School, teaching Year 1 Academic Skills (Module 102) and Year 2 Student Selective Component (Module 202), and supervising Year 4 Individual Research Projects (Module 404). She is a member of the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE), the American Epilepsy Society, and the Inns of Court, reflecting her dual engagement with neuroscience and legal scholarship. Her research is supported by a collaborative network including Hugo Critchley, Laura Crucianelli, and other leading neuroscientists. She leads the development of Autonomic Cognitive Rehabilitation Training (ACRT) as a non-pharmacological intervention for epilepsy and related conditions.

Fotios SpyridonisView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Serious Games and Gamification
• Digital Accessibility
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Dr. Fotios Spyridonis is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at Brunel University London, affiliated with the College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences. He contributes to the Interactive Multimedia Systems Research Group, Human Computer Interaction Research Group, and the Institute of Digital Futures. Research focus: Human-Centred Systems with real-world applications Primary affiliation: Brunel University London (since 2011) Teaching: Digital design methodologies and project supervision Research Interests span multiple domains within technology and human interaction: Serious Games for training and awareness Digital Accessibility standards Extended Reality (XR) applications Multisensory experience design Digital health solutions Publication Trends show sustained contributions to Human-Computer Interaction and XR technologies , with recent focus on: Accessibility barriers in digital systems Cybersecurity for virtual environments Multisensory authentication methods Public VR therapy applications Quality of Experience (QoE) frameworks Scientific Recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) Review board memberships for top-tier journals and conferences Teaching Responsibilities include: CS5604 Digital Design Methodologies (Module Leader) CS2001 Year 2 Group Project CS2555 Work Placement CS3072/3605 Final-Year Project supervision CS3001/3606 Advanced Topics in Computer Science PhD Supervision covers: Nick Droutsas: Linguistic resources for accessibility Yuliya Chystaya: XR accessibility design Traecy Elezi: Mulsemedia in autonomous vehicles Laboratory Affiliations include: Interactive Multimedia Systems Research Group Human Computer Interaction Research Group Institute of Digital Futures Serious Games for Life, Health and Accessibility

Bernadette FitzgibbonView profile

Associate Professor

• Neurobiology
• Pain Medicine
• Pain Management
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Associate Professor Bernadette Fitzgibbon is Deputy Director of Research at Monarch Mental Health Group and holds academic appointments as Associate Professor at the Australian National University (ANU) and Monash University. Her work bridges clinical neuroscience, mental health, and chronic pain management, with a focus on innovative treatments such as brain stimulation and psychedelic therapies. Associate Professor, ANU – College of Health and Medicine, School of Medicine and Psychology Associate Professor, Monash University – Central Clinical School, Department of Psychiatry Deputy Director of Research, Monarch Mental Health Group Her research centers on understanding and treating chronic pain and mental illness through neurostimulation techniques like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and theta burst stimulation (TBS), as well as exploring the therapeutic potential of psychedelic compounds. She integrates neuroimaging, neurophysiology, and clinical trials to develop next-step treatment services. Bernadette’s recent publications highlight her leadership in clinical brain stimulation research, with studies on depression, fibromyalgia, PTSD, autism, and meditation. Her work demonstrates strong translational impact, with several trials already influencing clinical practice. Key themes include neuromodulation efficacy, biomarker discovery, and biopsychosocial mechanisms of pain and mental health. Her scientific contributions have been recognized through multiple awards: Vice-Chancellor's Commendation for Doctoral Thesis Excellence (2013) Young Researcher of the Year (2014) Young Tall Poppy Science Award (2014) Australasian Brain Stimulation Society Early Career Award (2018) Invited Tess Cramond Lecturer (2021) Plenary speaker at the Neuromodulation Society of Australia & New Zealand (2022, 2024) Bernadette has secured over $2.5 million in research funding and led multiple clinical trials as Primary Chief Investigator. She has served on national advisory boards, including as Chair of the Australian Brain Alliance EMCR Network (2017–2021) and Executive Member of the Australian Brain Alliance. She is also an editorial board member of the Journal of Clinical and Translational Neuroscience and has organized STEM leadership programs for mid-career women. Her external affiliations include: Research Affiliate, Epworth Foundation (2019–present) Honorary Senior Fellow, Department of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne (2019–present) Honorary Researcher, Alfred Hospital (2016–present)

• Multisensory Perception
• Physiological Computing
• Neurofeedback
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Aleksander Väljamäe is an Associate Professor in Physiological Computing at Tallinn University's School of Digital Technologies (HCI group) and a Grant Consultant at Tartu University. His research focuses on multisensory perception, physiological computing, and neurofeedback applications in brain disorders, BCI, and neurocinema. He has held postdoctoral roles at institutions like Pompeu Fabra University and Graz University, and was a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow (2013–2015). He actively participates in EU projects (e.g., Future BNCI) and art-science collaborations, such as the Multimodal Brain Orchestra. His administrative roles include chairing Tallinn University’s internal research committee and advising for the European Commission and Italian Ministry of Health. Education: PhD in Applied Acoustics (Chalmers University, 2007) M.Sc. in Digital Communication (Chalmers, 2003) BSc in Radio Engineering (Tallinn University of Technology, 2000) Research Interests: Developing novel methods for diagnosing brain disorders (e.g., depression, migraine) using audiovisual media and BCI. Explores wearable technologies, affective computing, and the psychophysiology of emotion. Recent projects include SoniWeight Shoes (2024) and Magic Lining (2019), which investigate body-perception modulation via wearable devices. Grants & Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie International Outgoing Fellowship (2013–2015). Active in EU-funded initiatives like POEMS and BrainAble. Labs/Teams: Leads the HCI group at Tallinn University, collaborating with institutions globally. Co-developed the eXperience Induction Machine for mixed-reality interaction studies.

Mark-David HosaleView profile

Associate Professor

• Computational Art
• Interactive Architecture
• Worldmaking
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Mark-David Hosale is an Associate Professor and Chair of Computational Arts at York University's School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD). He holds a BA in Music Composition from UC Santa Barbara. His work bridges computational art, performance, and architecture, focusing on worldmaking through interdisciplinary collaborations. Education: BA - Music Composition (UC Santa Barbara) Key Roles: Chair of Computational Arts, nD::StudioLab Director Research Labs: nD::StudioLab Research interests include the intersection of virtual and physical worlds, using digital fabrication and hardware/software integration to create immersive art. His theoretical practice centers on worldmaking —artworks that propose ontological alternatives through sensory experiences. Notable collaborations include the IceCube Neutrino Observatory and the PACIS project. His exhibitions span venues like SIGGRAPH, Dutch Electronic Art Festival, and Venice Biennale. Labs/Teams: nD::StudioLab, PACIS collaboration Grants: Multiple undisclosed research grants Labs include the nD::StudioLab, an experimental space for ArtScience research-creation.