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Johanna JauernigView profile

Visiting Professor

• Ethics
• Moral Psychology
• Experimental Economics
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Johanna Jauernig is a 2024-2025 Visiting Professor at Tulane University's Center for Ethics within The Murphy Institute. She holds a PhD from the TUM School of Management (Technical University of Munich) and was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Arizona’s Center for the Philosophy of Freedom. Her research integrates philosophy, experimental economics, and moral psychology to analyze ethical dimensions of societal challenges like market dynamics, disruptive technologies, and land-use policies. She received the Max-Weber Prize for Business Ethics for her dissertation on competition and anti-social behavior. Her work explores topics such as moral narratives in housing discourse, public perceptions of algorithms, and corporate hypocrisy. Key projects include investigating psychological mechanisms behind market skepticism and the societal impacts of technological innovations. Recent publications address price gouging perceptions, genetically engineered foods, and farmers’ preferences for land-price regulation. Jauernig’s research emphasizes interdisciplinary methods, combining experimental approaches with ethical analysis. Her awards and academic affiliations reflect her contributions to business ethics, policy discourse, and behavioral economics. Current projects focus on moral dysfunction in policy frameworks and the interplay between societal values and technological adoption.

• COPD Management
• Geriatric Rehabilitation
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation
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Abebaw Yohannes is Professor of Physical Therapy at University of Alabama at Birmingham with joint appointments in Pulmonary Medicine. His research examines COPD, asthma, and chronic respiratory diseases in elderly populations, focusing on mental health comorbidities and rehabilitation interventions. Research encompasses cognitive impairment , frailty , and cardiovascular-metabolic disorders through clinical trials of pulmonary rehabilitation and pharmacological therapies. His work has attracted over £6.3 million in research funding. Publications demonstrate extensive work on depression-anxiety correlations in respiratory patients, with recent studies examining psychosocial support frameworks and frailty biomarkers. He serves as Associate Editor for Respiratory Medicine and has contributed to American Thoracic Society guidelines. Awards include Fellowships from European Respiratory Society and American College of Chest Physicians. He mentors early-career researchers through ATS programs and has supervised numerous PhD candidates.

Paula G. WilliamsView profile

Professor

• Health Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Stress Regulation
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Paula G. Williams, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Utah. Her research focuses on individual differences in risk and resilience for adverse mental and physical health outcomes, particularly examining the interplay between personality, cognitive functioning, and psychophysiological factors like respiratory sinus arrhythmia (RSA). She has a dual emphasis on stress regulation (exposure, reactivity, recovery, restoration) and the health impacts of aesthetic engagement (art, nature, beauty). Education: Ph.D., University of Utah (Clinical Psychology, 1995) M.S., Illinois State University (Clinical Psychology, 1988) B.S., University of Illinois (Psychology/Genetics and Development, 1986) Internship & Postdoctoral Fellowship, Duke University Medical Center (Clinical Psychology, 1993–1996) Research Interests: Williams investigates how personality traits (e.g., Openness to Experience), executive functioning, and RSA interact to influence stress regulation and health outcomes. Her work bridges clinical psychology and health psychology, with recent trends focusing on: Phenotypic and endophenotypic characteristics of habitual short sleepers Individual differences in aesthetic engagement and their relationship to awe, stress resilience, and growth orientation Psychosomatic pathways linking sleep quality to telomere length and cardiovascular risk Article Trends: Her recent publications emphasize: Multidisciplinary methods combining actigraphy, fMRI, and self-report Perinatal sleep patterns and emotional dysregulation Personality facets as mediators in insomnia and bedtime procrastination Functional connectivity in aesthetic experiences and stress resilience Biopsychosocial models of sleep health and aging Advising & Collaborations: Williams actively mentors graduate students including Steven Carlson, Tuan Cassim, and Kimberley Johnson. She collaborates with researchers like Yana Suchy, Timothy W. Smith, and Brian R. W. Baucom, spanning projects on neural reward processing, executive functioning, and pandemic-related coping mechanisms.

Emmanouilidou EvangeliaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology
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Evangelia Emmanouilidou is an Assistant Professor of Biochemistry at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Department of Chemistry. Her research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson’s disease, with an emphasis on α-synuclein pathophysiology, biomarker development, and cellular mechanisms of protein aggregation. She investigates the roles of calcium signaling, exosome-mediated protein secretion, and autophagy in neurodegeneration. Her work integrates biochemical, molecular, and in vivo approaches to understand disease mechanisms and identify diagnostic tools. Her studies explore the diagnostic potential of α-synuclein in cerebrospinal fluid and peripheral samples, as well as the therapeutic implications of modifying protein aggregation and cellular stress pathways. Key areas include the neuroinflammatory effects of α-synuclein oligomers, the impact of calcium dysregulation on neuronal survival, and the development of transition metal complexes with cytotoxic properties for potential therapeutic applications. Evangelia collaborates on projects involving induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) models to study disease progression and proteostasis dysregulation. Her research also addresses the role of exosomes in α-synuclein propagation and the influence of genetic factors (e.g., GBA mutations) on protein secretion and toxicity. She contributes to advancing our understanding of neurodegenerative pathways and translating findings into clinical diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Her lab is equipped with cutting-edge tools for in vivo imaging, molecular diagnostics, and biochemical assays, enabling comprehensive analysis of protein dynamics and cellular responses in neurodegenerative contexts.

Giulio TaglialatelaView profile

Professor

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Neurodegeneration
• Tau Pathology
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Dr. Giulio Taglialatela is Professor and Lawrence J. Del Papa Distinguished Chair in Neurodegenerative Disease Research at the University of Texas Medical Branch, where he serves as Vice President and Director of the Brain Health Institute. His NIH-funded research focuses on molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer's disease, tau pathology, and brain resilience pathways. Research Focus: His laboratory investigates synaptic vulnerability to proteinopathies, neural stem cell therapies, repurposed therapeutics for neurodegeneration, and mechanisms of cognitive resilience. Current projects examine tau oligomer propagation, photobiomodulation effects on neurogenesis, and sub-immunosuppressive tacrolimus for amyloid pathology. Leadership & Funding: Directs UTMB's Brain Health Institute overseeing interdisciplinary neuroscience research. Maintains continuous NIH funding since 2000 with over $42M in research grants including active R01 awards on selective vulnerability to tau spreading (R21AG089708) and synaptic resilience mechanisms (R01AG073133). Awards & Recognition: Multiple teaching excellence awards, elected leadership positions including UTMB Faculty Senate Chair (2002), and study section membership at NIH. Pioneered research on calcineurin signaling in neurodegeneration and developed novel therapeutic strategies targeting synaptic dysfunction. Publication Trends: Recent work demonstrates increased focus on trans-synaptic tau spreading, neural stem cell-derived exosomes, HSV-dementia associations, and photobiomodulation. Maintains consistent publication record in high-impact journals spanning basic neuroscience and translational research.

John FoubertView profile

Professor

• Sexual Assault Prevention
• Bystander Intervention
• Effects of Pornography
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John Foubert, Ph.D., serves as Dean of the College of Education at Union University and teaches in their Higher Education Ed.D. program. He also holds the position of Highly Qualified Expert for Sexual Assault Prevention with the U.S. Army, regularly consulting at the Pentagon. In 1998, he founded the national nonprofit One in Four , which operated for 20 years to combat sexual violence on campuses and in the military. Education: Ph.D. in College Student Personnel Administration (University of Maryland), MA in Psychology (University of Richmond), BS in Psychology and Sociology (College of William and Mary) As an interdisciplinary scholar with 50+ peer-reviewed publications and 11 books , his research focuses on: Sexual Assault Prevention Bystander Intervention Training Pornography's Psychological Effects Trauma-Informed Practices Higher Education Administration His recent publications analyze pornography reduction programs, internet addiction impacts on academics, and sexual violence patterns across institutions. Media outlets like CNN, NPR, The New York Times , and Washington Post have featured his work. He has delivered 300+ professional presentations and testified before Congress on rape prevention strategies. Advising: No formal student list provided Grants: U.S. Army collaborations He maintains John D. Foubert, LLC consulting practice and partners with organizations including the White House , University of Georgia , and Mississippi Coalition Against Sexual Assault .

Anita E. AutryView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neural circuits regulating social behaviors
• Parenting behavior neurobiology
• Stress effects on neural circuits
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Anita E. Autry, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in both the Dominick P. Purpura Department of Neuroscience and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Her research focuses on neural circuits regulating social behaviors, particularly parenting, stress effects on these circuits, and interactions between stress response systems. She is located at the Rose F. Kennedy Center in Bronx, NY. Professional interests include dissecting neural circuits controlling parental behavior, infant-directed aggression, and how these circuits are modulated under physiological and pathological conditions. Key research themes involve stress-induced changes in parenting circuits, cross-talk between stress systems over time, and stress impacts on feeding and body composition in lactating females. Her work has been published in high-impact journals like Nature and Cell, with a focus on neurobiological mechanisms of social behavior, neurotrophic factor signaling pathways, and translational models of mental health disorders. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Dr. Autry collaborates across disciplines, integrating molecular, genetic, and behavioral approaches to study neural circuit function. Her lab’s location at the Rose F. Kennedy Center reflects its focus on developmental and behavioral neuroscience research.

Carly DemopoulosView profile

Associate Professor

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Developmental Neuroscience
• Neuropsychology
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Dr. Carly Demopoulos is an Associate Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), with a joint appointment in Radiology. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Illinois Institute of Technology and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Neuroscience at UCSF. Her research focuses on sensorimotor mechanisms in neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism spectrum disorders (ASD), employing multimodal neuroimaging, behavioral, and neuropsychological approaches. Key areas include speech and voice characteristics, sensory-motor control, and neural connectivity in ASD. Affiliations: UCSF School of Medicine, UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences Education: PhD (2013, Clinical Psychology, Illinois Institute of Technology), Postdoctoral Fellowship (2018, UCSF) Her research integrates neuroimaging techniques like MEG and fMRI to study speech motor control, sensory processing, and neural connectivity in ASD. Notable grants include NIH R01 support for sensorimotor studies and a Weill Award for Clinical Neuroscience Research. She has led clinical trials for tinnitus treatment and contributed to understanding genetic influences (e.g., 16p11.2 deletions). Awards include DEI mentorship supplements and Autism Speaks grants. Her lab, the Neurodevelopmental Assessment & Imaging Laboratory, explores translational neuroscience in ASD and sensorimotor disorders.

Robert W. BuchananView profile

Professor

• Schizophrenia Treatment
• Neuroanatomical Pathophysiology
• Cognitive Impairments in Schizophrenia
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Robert W. Buchanan, M.D. is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Director of the Maryland Early Intervention Program. He holds appointments at the Spring Grove Hospital Center and has expertise in schizophrenia research, including neuroanatomical investigations and novel pharmacological treatments. His research focuses on schizophrenia pathophysiology, treatment-resistant symptoms, and cognitive impairments. Dr. Buchanan has led federally funded projects such as the MATRICS initiative and TURNS consortium, contributing to clinical guidelines like the Schizophrenia Patient Outcomes Research Team (PORT) recommendations. Education: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Lehigh University (1976) Medical Degree, UMNJ-New Jersey Medical School (1980) Residency in Psychiatry, George Washington University Medical Center (1984) Research Fellowship, University of Maryland School of Medicine (1988) Research Interests: Dr. Buchanan’s work spans neuroimaging studies of schizophrenia (MRI, DTI, MRS) to evaluate structural and metabolic biomarkers, clinical trials of antipsychotics and adjunct therapies (e.g., oxytocin, minocycline), and the development of treatment algorithms. He also investigates social cognitive dysfunction and inflammatory mechanisms in schizophrenia. Grants & Awards: NIH P50 Grant: Kynurenic Acid and Cognitive Abnormalities in Schizophrenia (PI) NCCIH Grant: Prebiotic Treatment in People with Schizophrenia (PI) Awarded as an ISI Highly Cited Researcher (2006, 2014–2016) Gerard E. Hogarty Excellence in Schizophrenia Research Award (2010) Labs/Teams: Leads the Maryland Early Intervention Program and collaborates on the Schizophrenia Patient Outcomes Research Team (PORT) and the Social Processes Initiative in Neurobiology of Schizophrenia (SPINS).

Jennifer HeiszView profile

Associate Professor

• Behavioral neuroscience of learning and memory
• Cognitive sciences
• Mental health
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Jennifer Heisz is an Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Brain Health and Aging in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University. She directs the NeuroFit lab, which examines how physical activity affects brain function to promote mental health and cognition across various populations including young adults, older adults, and individuals with Alzheimer's disease. Her research integrates exercise science, neuroscience, and mental health to develop evidence-based interventions for cognitive enhancement and disease prevention. Her primary research interests include: Behavioral neuroscience of learning and memory Cognitive sciences Mental health applications of exercise Neurological disorders and exercise interventions Sport and exercise psychology Brain health and aging processes Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) reveals a strong focus on the intersection of exercise, cognition, and mental health across the lifespan. Her work particularly emphasizes innovative approaches like orienteering (which combines physical activity with navigation challenges), high-intensity interval training, and tailored exercise programs for specific populations including older adults, university students, and individuals with ADHD. A significant portion of her recent research examines sleep-exercise-cognition interactions and the development of practical exercise prescriptions for brain health. Her notable scientific recognition includes the prestigious Canada Research Chair in Brain Health and Aging. She has authored the book Move the Body, Heal the Mind which translates her research into practical applications for overcoming anxiety, depression, and dementia while improving focus, creativity, and sleep. Dr. Heisz has been actively involved in teaching courses such as Cognitive Neuroscience of Exercise, Health Psychology, and Neurophysiology. Her scholarly activity spans over 93 publications in the last 10 years, with research supported by various funding mechanisms that enable her to investigate the complex relationships between physical activity, brain function, and mental health outcomes.

Mriganka SurView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Cortical Circuits
• Synaptic Plasticity
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Dr. Mriganka Sur is the Newton Professor of Neuroscience and Director of the Simons Center for the Social Brain at MIT. He previously served as head of the MIT Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences for 15 years. His research focuses on the organization, plasticity, and dynamics of the cerebral cortex, employing experimental and theoretical approaches. Key areas include synaptic plasticity mechanisms, cortical circuit development, and neurodevelopmental disorders like Rett syndrome. His lab pioneered imaging techniques to study intact brain circuits and identified gene networks underlying cortical plasticity. Education: B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (1978), and PhD in Electrical Engineering from Vanderbilt University (1983). Research interests span cortical circuit dynamics, neuromodulation (e.g., noradrenaline signaling), astrocyte-neuron interactions, and translational strategies for neurodevelopmental disorders. Recent work includes discoveries on astrocyte roles in synaptic refinement and the therapeutic potential of IGF-1 for Rett syndrome. Major awards include the Krieg Cortical Discoverer Prize, Royal Society Fellowship, and multiple NIH grants. He has mentored over 80 doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows, recognized for teaching and mentoring excellence. His lab is funded by NIH BRAIN Initiative, Simons Foundation, and other institutions. Labs/Teams: Sur Lab (MIT) focuses on cortical circuits and Rett syndrome mechanisms. He directs the Simons Center for the Social Brain, advancing social neuroscience research.

• Cognitive Ageing
• Alzheimer's Disease
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
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Dr. Mario Parra Rodriguez is a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Strathclyde, leading the School of Psychological Sciences & Health. With a career spanning clinical practice and academia, he holds a Medical Doctorate (1993) and specialization in Clinical Neurophysiology (1997) from Cuba, followed by a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from the University of Edinburgh (2009). His research focuses on mechanisms of cognitive aging and dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease, utilizing neuroimaging (fMRI/EEG) and developing early detection tools. He has pioneered technology-based interventions for cognitive decline and investigates biopsychosocial factors in abnormal behaviors. Key awards include an Honorary Fellowship from Edinburgh University (2020) and leadership roles in the Scottish Dementia Research Consortium. He has secured grants like the ViewMind Project (2024-2025) and collaborates internationally on neuroimaging and AI applications. Active in knowledge exchange, he organizes conferences like the Virtual Reality in Dementia Symposium (2022) and contributes to public health initiatives through the Mental Health Futures Collaborative. His recent work emphasizes diversity-sensitive brain biomarkers and electrophysiological signatures of memory deficits, with 2025 publications addressing Alzheimer’s diagnosis and functional connectivity frameworks. Research integrates clinical, technological, and social dimensions to address aging-related challenges comprehensively.

Heather B. MacIntoshView profile

Associate Professor

• Couple and Family Therapy
• Trauma Studies
• Childhood Trauma Interventions
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Dr. Heather B. MacIntosh is an Associate Professor at McGill University's School of Social Work and an Associate Member of the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology. She holds adjunct roles as a Visiting Professor at the University of Toronto's Factor Inwentash School of Social Work and maintains a clinical practice as a registered psychologist. Her research focuses on couple and family therapy, particularly addressing trauma survivors and LGBTQ+ populations. She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Ottawa, with a dissertation on Childhood Sexual Abuse and Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples. Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, University of Ottawa (2000-2005) B.A. Honours Psychology, University of Ottawa (2000) Research Interests: Dr. MacIntosh specializes in trauma-informed couple therapy, systemic interventions for childhood trauma survivors, and the mental health needs of LGBTQ+ families. She explores how childhood trauma impacts adult relationships and develops therapeutic frameworks to address these challenges. Her work integrates psychoanalytic and trauma models to improve therapeutic outcomes. Awards & Grants: Early Career Scholar Award (APA Division 39, 2014) SSHRC Insight Grant ($315K for child sexual abuse disclosure research) FQRSC grant ($39.6K for trauma and relationship dysfunction) Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Dr. Sharon Bond on the Couple and Family Therapy Program at McGill and participates in interdisciplinary trauma research groups like the CRIPCAS (Centre for Interdisciplinary Research on Conjugal Problems and Sexual Assault).

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neurodegenerative Disorders
• Memory Systems
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Professor Muireann Irish is an ARC Future Fellow and Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Sydney's School of Psychology within the Brain & Mind Centre. Her research program focuses on cognitive neuroscience approaches to neurodegenerative disorders, with particular emphasis on frontotemporal dementia and Alzheimer's disease. She leads investigations into memory systems, social cognition, and motivational impairments across the dementia spectrum. Her research examines neural substrates of cognitive functions using multimodal neuroimaging approaches, with core interests in autobiographical memory, future thinking, and the breakdown of semantic knowledge in dementia syndromes. Current work explores how disruptions in large-scale brain networks contribute to cognitive and behavioral changes in neurodegenerative conditions. Analysis of Professor Irish's recent publications reveals consistent themes in dementia research: innovations in cognitive assessment tools, longitudinal characterization of disease trajectories, neural correlates of memory impairment, and cross-cultural investigations of dementia phenotypes. Her work integrates neuropsychological testing with advanced neuroimaging to identify early biomarkers of neurodegeneration. Professor Irish has received significant recognition including: ARC Future Fellowship Fellow of the Royal Society of New South Wales (FRSN) She currently supervises doctoral candidates and leads NHMRC-funded projects on early FTD diagnosis. Her laboratory at the Brain & Mind Centre collaborates internationally to translate basic neuroscience findings into clinical applications for dementia diagnosis and management.

• Sleep Disorders
• Dementia
• Neuroscience
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Aaron Lam is an early career researcher affiliated with the Brain and Mind Centre at the University of Sydney. His work focuses on the interplay between sleep patterns (including sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnoea) and dementia progression. Lam holds a Researcher academic rank within the Faculty of Science. Affiliations: Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney Research Themes: Sleep architecture, hippocampal neurodegeneration, modifiable dementia risk factors His research combines neuroimaging techniques with clinical assessment tools to explore how sleep disturbances influence memory and cognition in aging populations. Notable grants include two BMC Emerging Researcher Awards (2023 & 2025). Lam collaborates with multidisciplinary teams investigating both basic science and translational applications of sleep neuroscience. His publications span topics including sleep-dependent memory consolidation mechanisms, hypoxemia effects on hippocampal structures, and innovative use of mobile health technologies for sleep assessment in older adults. Current work emphasizes developing clinical protocols to identify at-risk populations through objective sleep measures.