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Stephen Harold ScottView profile

Professor

• Motor Control
• Sensorimotor Neuroscience
• Neurological Disorders
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Stephen Harold Scott is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical and Molecular Sciences and Department of Medicine at Queen's University , with cross-appointments at the Translational Institute of Medicine (TIME) and Centre for Neuroscience Studies . He is the GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Chair in Neurosciences and founder of Kinarm (BKIN Technologies) . Education: PhD in Physiology (1993), Queen's University MASc in Systems Design Engineering (1989), University of Waterloo BASc in Systems Design Engineering (1988), University of Waterloo Dr. Scott's research examines neural control of limb movement through three labs: Non-human Primate Motor Neurophysiology (Botterell Hall) Human Motor Learning (Kingston General Hospital) Neurological Impairment Quantification (St. Mary’s of the Lake Hospital) His work combines optimal feedback control theory with robotic assessment tools like the KINARM™ to study sensorimotor integration, post-stroke recovery, and cognitive-motor interactions. Scientific Recognition: 2012 Barbara Turnbull Award for Spinal Cord Injury Research 2002 Mihran and Mary Basmajian Award Elected Fellow, Royal Society of Canada (2022) His research has been funded by CIHR , NSERC , and GSK . Collaborations span cardiology, neurology, mechanical engineering, and epidemiology, with labs operating across four Kingston facilities including Hotel Dieu Hospital and Providence Care Hospital .

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Speech and Language Comprehension
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Stefanie Kuchinsky is a Researcher affiliated with the University of Maryland's Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences (HESP) and the National Military Audiology and Speech Pathology Center at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Illinois and completed postdoctoral training in the Hearing Research Program at the Medical University of South Carolina. Her research focuses on understanding cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying speech comprehension in challenging listening conditions, particularly for populations such as older adults with hearing loss, service members/veterans with TBI, and adult second-language learners. She employs behavioral, pupillometry, and neuroimaging techniques to investigate interventions that reduce listening effort and improve auditory-cognitive function. Her work integrates auditory neuroscience, attention studies, and neurostimulation approaches, with recent emphasis on transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) to enhance language learning and mitigate hearing-related challenges. She has contributed to clinical audiology advancements through pupillometry-based listening effort assessments and normative studies for military populations. Key research areas include cochlear implant performance, functional ear asymmetry effects, and age-related cortical speech processing changes. Dr. Kuchinsky teaches HESP724 Research Design at UMD and collaborates with institutions like the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Her research highlights interdisciplinary approaches to address auditory and cognitive challenges in clinical and military contexts.

Todd WatsonView profile

Professor

• Physical Therapy Education
• International Health
• Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
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Todd Watson is a Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Western Carolina University's College of Health and Human Sciences. He joined the faculty in 2002 as an Assistant Professor and has maintained dual roles in clinical practice and academia. His credentials include FAAOMPT fellowship and certifications in manual therapy and dry needling. Dr. Watson emphasizes community engagement through international service-learning initiatives in Honduras and co-leads a student-run clinic (MAPHealth). Education: DPT (University of St. Augustine), MPT & BS (Idaho State University) Specializations: Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Global Health Research focuses on international service-learning's impact on clinical education, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and core stabilization techniques. Current projects involve developing video-based health education for Honduran communities. He teaches courses on evidence-based practice and musculoskeletal interventions, including a globally oriented service-learning program. Awards include FAAOMPT fellowship and certifications in manual therapy and FIFA's Football Medicine. His work bridges clinical practice, education, and global health equity through innovative service initiatives. Advising emphasizes student-led international projects and collaboration with Dr. Kathleen Ollendick on doctoral projects. Grants support Honduras-based service-learning and cross-cultural medical education programs. He also leads an undergraduate Spain travel course focusing on cultural immersion. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Fuente de Vida Clinic in Honduras on community health projects and maintains partnerships with MAPHealth for local underserved populations.

Rui NiView profile

Associate Professor

• Visual Perception
• Cognitive Psychology
• Human Factors
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Rui Ni is an Associate Professor in the Human Factors Psychology Program within the Fairmount College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. They specialize in visual perception, cognitive psychology, and human factors, with a focus on aging populations and driving safety. Their research explores perceptual learning, attention, and the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive decline. Education includes a B.S. from Beijing Normal University (1996) and a Ph.D. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences (2001). Their lab, the Visual Perception and Cognition Lab, investigates topics such as depth perception, hazard detection in driving environments, and the effects of lifestyle interventions on aging cognition. Key research trends include studies on divided attention’s impact on visual tasks, neuroplasticity in older adults, and the design of safer driving environments. Their work bridges cognitive science, human factors, and clinical applications in gerontology. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but their contributions to aging and visual perception research are notable. Advising and grants information is not provided in available texts, but their lab’s focus suggests involvement in interdisciplinary collaborations. The Visual Perception and Cognition Lab actively explores applications of perceptual learning and cognitive assessment tools in real-world scenarios.

Shelley DuncanView profile

Academic

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Neurological Diseases
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Dr. Shelley Duncan is a Senior Research Fellow and Associate Head of the Department of Sport and Health at Solent University. She holds expertise in cognitive and behavioral neuroscience, specializing in electroencephalography (EEG) to study brain-behavior relationships. Her research focuses on aging, neurological disorders (e.g., Parkinson’s disease), and the impact of exercise on cognitive/physical function. She leads the Mind-Body Connections Research Group, combining expertise in neuroscience, exercise physiology, and biomechanics. Education: PhD in Cognitive/Behavioral Neuroscience (Victoria University, Australia) MSc (First Class) in Exercise Science (University of Auckland, NZ) Bachelor of Physical Education and Health (University of Auckland) Research Interests: Development of multimodal methodologies (EEG, motion capture) to assess cognitive-physical function in complex scenarios; neurophysiological underpinnings of aging and neurological diseases; exercise interventions targeting brain health. She emphasizes real-world applicability, such as using mobile brain imaging for clinical assessments. Notable Achievements: Top 10 in Brain Products 2020 Mobile Brain Imaging Awards for dual-task paradigm validation. Active in grant-funded projects like the NIHR Health Determinants Research Collaboration (2024-2028) and the SEAPORT pilot study (2022-2023). Professional Activities: Member of Parkinson’s UK, invited speaker at international conferences (e.g., 4th International MoBI Conference), and collaborator with organizations like Brain Products. Engaged in teaching and nursing modules on long-term conditions.

• Medical Education
• HIV Medicine
• Assessment in Healthcare
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Michael Green, MD, is a Professor of Medicine (General Medicine) and Director of Student Assessment at the Yale School of Medicine's Teaching and Learning Center. He holds dual roles as Director of Clinical Skills Assessment and oversees medical student evaluations. Dr. Green completed his MD at the University of North Carolina, an MS in Health Policy at Harvard, and postgraduate training at Beth Israel Hospital and Harvard Medical School. His research focuses on medical education assessment methodologies, entrustable professional activities (EPAs), and HIV medicine training. He has pioneered competency-based evaluation systems for HIV care and contributed to national accreditation frameworks like the ACGME milestones and AAMC EPA initiatives. Dr. Green's clinical practice focuses on HIV infection management at the Nathan Smith Clinic, where he also supervises residents. His awards include the Kimball Scholarship (2006) and the Stephen Huot Award (2018) for HIV-related contributions. He serves on national committees such as the AAMC Core EPA Pilot Steering Committee and previously advised the ACGME/ABIM milestones task force. Key research themes include test-enhanced learning strategies, medical trainee feedback systems, and palliative care assessment. He has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications and developed innovative curricula for SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) programs. His work bridges clinical practice, medical education innovation, and policy development in healthcare training.

Dawn GondoliView profile

Professor

• Body Image
• Disordered Eating
• Adolescent Development
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Dr. Dawn Gondoli is a Professor and Developmental Area Director at the University of Notre Dame. Her research focuses on adolescent development within family contexts, particularly parenting, mother-adolescent well-being, body image, disordered eating, and stress. Collaborations with Dr. Bradley Gibson explore ADHD cognitive processes and interoception. She also examines mother-daughter connections and identity formation. Dr. Gondoli holds a Ph.D. in Family Studies from the University of Arizona and a B.A. in Psychology from SUNY Buffalo. Education: Ph.D. 1994: Family Studies and Human Development, University of Arizona M.S. 1991: Family Studies and Human Development, University of Arizona B.A. 1986: Psychology (Magna cum Laude), State University of New York at Buffalo Research interests emphasize parenting stress, ADHD interventions, and body image dynamics in mother-daughter relationships. Her work bridges family systems theory with cognitive neuroscience, addressing how stress and parenting practices influence adolescent mental health. Key publications include studies on ADHD parenting interventions, body dissatisfaction in dyadic relationships, and cognitive training for memory deficits. Her research highlights the interplay between family dynamics and neurocognitive processes in developmental outcomes. Labs/Teams: Director of the Socioemotional Development Lab, focusing on family interactions and adolescent well-being.

Johnny CollettView profile

Professor

• Clinical Exercise & Rehabilitation
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Movement Disorders
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Dr Johnny Collett is a Reader in Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation at the School of Sport, Nutrition and Allied Health Professions, Oxford Brookes University. He leads the rehabilitation theme within MOReS (Movement, Occupational and Rehabilitation Sciences) and OxInAHR (Oxford Institute of Applied Health Research). His research focuses on neurological conditions, particularly Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, and long-term neurorehabilitation challenges. **Education**: Holds BSc and PhD qualifications, with expertise in exercise physiology, neurorehabilitation, and health technology. He supervises PhD students exploring topics such as therapeutic volunteering for chronic conditions and prehabilitation for cancer patients. **Research Interests**: Optimizing exercise interventions, dual-task training, telehealth applications in neurorehabilitation, and translating research into clinical practice. Key areas include motor function recovery, fatigue management, and patient-centered care for neurological populations. **Grants & Projects**: Principal Investigator on projects like the ACE SMA rehabilitation program (£34,488), LOCOMOTION (£7,136), and transcranial stimulation for cerebral palsy (£171,581). Co-investigator on a paediatric weight management initiative (£92,409). **Labs/Teams**: Active in MOReS, OxInAHR, and research groups like Movement Sciences and Rehabilitation Sciences. Collaborates with institutions like the University of Oxford and Leeds.

• Parkinson's Disease
• eHealth
• Wearable Technologies
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Dr. Serene Paul is a Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health. She holds a PhD, Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, and Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) with First-Class Honors. Her clinical background spans neurological and aged care rehabilitation, with specialized expertise in Parkinson's disease management. Her research develops novel care models for Parkinson's disease, focusing on eHealth solutions and wearable technologies to enhance access to exercise interventions, improve physical function, and reduce falls. Key priorities include: Implementing technology-enabled strategies for early disease intervention Promoting remote healthcare access through digital tools Evaluating long-term impacts on healthcare utilization via data linkage Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on: Motor learning adaptations in neurological populations Technology-assisted rehabilitation (wearables, VR, telehealth) Multifactorial fall prevention strategies Exercise efficacy across Parkinson's disease stages Rural health service delivery innovations Awards include recognition as a Fellow of The Higher Education Academy (UK) . She leads projects on safe mobility interventions and diabetes-related foot complications, with grants including: Wounds Australia Research Grant (2022) Charles Perkins Centre ECR Seed Funding (2020) Parkinson's NSW research grants Dr. Paul mentors PhD candidates investigating mobility in Parkinson's and collaborates with international teams through the Movement Disorders Society. She coordinates the PHYZ X 2U program improving rural chronic disease outcomes.

Darrell WorthyView profile

Associate Professor

• Reinforcement Learning
• Decision-Making
• Categorization
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Dr. Darrell Worthy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Texas A&M University, affiliated with the Neuroscience & Personality Processes research cluster. His work integrates behavioral, computational, and neuroscience methods to study learning and decision-making. Key research areas include reinforcement learning, decision-making under uncertainty, and the impact of clinical issues like substance abuse and depression on cognitive processes. He explores both basic cognitive mechanisms and individual differences, bridging sub-disciplines through neuroscientific approaches. His research employs formal mathematical models and fMRI to test hypotheses about cognitive processes. Notable contributions include studies on frequency-based decision-making, the inverse base-rate effect, and the effects of acute stress on decision strategies. He is actively involved in mentoring students, with current openings for 2024-2025 academic year. Scientific achievements include the 2016 Best Article award in Cognitive, Affective, and Behavioral Neuroscience. His lab (Worthylab) focuses on strategic decision-making models, with recent work on reward segmentation and category learning. Collaborative projects address topics like zoonotic disease communication and dopamine's role in decision-making.

• Vision Science
• Neurophysiology
• Perceptual-Cognitive Training
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Prof. Jocelyn Faubert is a Full Professor at the Université de Montréal's School of Optometry, holding the NSERC/Essilor Industrial Research Chair in Visual Function. His research focuses on perceptual and sensory aspects of vision, especially in dynamic environments involving motion, texture, and 3D tracking. He pioneered the NeuroTracker technology, a virtual reality system used for perceptual-cognitive training in sports and clinical settings. Education: Ph.D. (Experimental Psychology - Visual Psychophysics), Université Concordia (1991) M.Sc. (Experimental Psychology - Visual Psychophysics), Université Concordia (1986) B.Sc. (Honors in Experimental Psychology), Université Concordia (1984) Research Interests: Neurophysiological mechanisms of visual perception, VR applications for athlete training, cognitive enhancement in aging populations, and clinical tools for assessing vision-related deficits. His work spans sports science, neurorehabilitation, and optometry. Grants & Awards: NSERC/Essilor Industrial Research Chair (2003–present) Emerson Woodruff Medal (2006), Joe Brunneni Award (2009) Over 120 peer-reviewed publications and multiple patents in biomedical devices and VR systems. Notable Projects: NeuroTracker development for concussion assessment and performance training Clinical studies on driving safety in elderly populations Virtual reality systems for postural control research Labs & Teams: Director of the Psychophysics and Vision Perception Laboratory, affiliated with CRIR (Rehabilitation Research Center) and CIRCA (Brain and Learning Research Center).

• Brain Plasticity
• Concussion Research
• Neurological Recovery
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Prof. Dave Ellemberg is a Full Professor at the Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine's Department of Kinesiology and Physical Activity Sciences. His research focuses on brain plasticity and post-concussion neurorecovery, particularly in athletes. He leads projects funded by CRSNG and IRSC, exploring concussion effects on cognitive, neurophysiological, and anatomical brain metrics. Ellemberg has supervised numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. students, addressing topics like concussion disclosure, emotional regulation in athletes, and pediatric brain development. He is a member of key research units, including CERNEC and REPAR. His work bridges clinical and experimental neuroscience, emphasizing translational outcomes for sports safety and injury management. Education: Ph.D. in neuropsychology from Université de Montréal (2002), postdoctoral training at McGill University. Research highlights include pioneering post-exertion cognitive testing for concussion recovery and investigating gender differences in post-concussion outcomes. He directs the Montréal Neuropsychological Evaluation Clinic for Learning Disorders (http://www.centam.ca/), offering clinical and academic insights into neurodevelopmental challenges. Grants include leadership roles in multi-year studies on concussion functional outcomes (2016–2026) and visual system plasticity. His affiliations include the Azrieli Research Center at CHU Sainte-Justine. Despite no explicit awards listed, his extensive publications and project leadership reflect significant contributions to sports neuroscience and rehabilitation.

Andrea AntalView profile

Professor

• Neuroplasticity
• Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation
• Neurology
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Prof. Andrea Antal is a Professor and Group Leader of the Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Laboratory at the Department of Neurology, University Medical Center Göttingen. Her work focuses on neuroplasticity and developing neuromodulation techniques like transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), alternating current stimulation (tACS), and random noise stimulation (tRNS). She investigates how these methods can treat neurological disorders such as chronic pain, depression, and Parkinson's disease. Education: 1990 – Diploma in Biology, Attila József University of Sciences, Szeged, Hungary 1993 – University Doctor, Attila József University of Sciences, Szeged, Hungary 1998 – PhD, Albert Szent-Györgyi Medical University, Szeged, Hungary 2005 – Habilitation, University of Göttingen, Germany 2010 – Extraordinary Professor, University of Göttingen, Germany Research Interests: Inducing and measuring neuroplasticity via external stimulation Modulating cortical oscillations for therapeutic purposes Applications in aging neuroscience and chronic disease management Publications highlight advancements in neuromodulation techniques, including systematic reviews on combining stimulation with meditation and addressing regulatory challenges in neurotechnology. Her work emphasizes translational applications of neurophysiological discoveries.

Beatrice G. KuhlmannView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Aging
• Memory Processes
• Metamemory
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Prof. Beatrice G. Kuhlmann is a Professor of Cognitive Psychology at the University of Mannheim, leading the Chair for Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Aging. Her research focuses on memory processes across the lifespan, particularly in aging contexts, exploring objective memory performance and subjective metamemory beliefs. She investigates strategies to enhance memory in older adults and studies emotional influences on source memory. Prof. Kuhlmann teaches developmental psychology and experimental psychology, emphasizing lifespan perspectives. Her team includes doctoral students like Hilal Tanyaş and Nikoletta Symeonidou, who have successfully defended their theses on source monitoring and emotional memory. She received the 2022 Early Career Award from the Psychonomic Society for her impactful research since her Ph.D. completion. Prof. Kuhlmann also serves as an Associate Editor for Cognitive Research: Principles and Implications . Key research themes include source monitoring, metamemory, and the interplay between emotion and memory. Her work employs advanced methodologies like multinomial processing tree models and diffusion modeling to dissect memory storage and retrieval processes. Teaching and supervision focus on fostering experimental psychology skills and thesis development in cognitive aging domains.

Lori Ann VallisView profile

Professor

• Biomechanics
• Motor Control
• Neurophysiology
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Dr. Lori Ann Vallis is a Professor at the University of Guelph, specializing in biomechanics, motor control, and neurophysiology. Her research focuses on locomotor control in aging populations, children's motor development, and the interplay between cognitive tasks and movement. She holds a B.Sc. in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa, an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Biomechanics/Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo, and a postdoctoral fellowship at Université Laval. Her research explores how vision, cognitive load, and aging affect locomotion strategies. Notable projects include investigating dual-task interference in obstacle avoidance and the biomechanics of aging adults. She leads the Guelph Family Health Study, focusing on childhood obesity prevention. Recent work examines sleep patterns in toddlers, machine learning applications in health monitoring, and exercise interventions for Parkinson’s disease. Her grants include Ontario Neurotrauma Foundation funding and NSERC Discovery Grants. She advises multiple graduate students and collaborates on interdisciplinary projects. Labs/Teams: Guelph Family Health Study, Biomechanics Research Group.