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Wenceslao Garcia PuchadesView profile

Professor

• Physical Education
• Critical Pedagogy
• Educational Philosophy
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Wenceslao Garcia Puchades is a Professor at the Universitat de València's Faculty of Teacher Training, Department of Didactics of Physical Education and Body Expression. He is affiliated with the ABERTURA Group on Art-Based Educational Research & Participation through Culture and Arts, and the AFES Group on Physical Activity, Education, and Society. His research focuses on critical pedagogy, democratic education, and the intersection of art, political philosophy, and physical education. He holds a PhD from the Universitat Politècnica de València (2012), with a thesis on cinema in Alain Badiou's philosophical thought, supervised by Dr. Antonio Rivera García and Dr. Miguel Corella Lacasa. His academic work explores radical democracy, agonistic debates, gender studies in sports, and the use of arts in education. His recent publications analyze topics such as poetic thinking in sport research, transformative pedagogies through critical pretexts, gender dynamics in football, and SDG integration via drama education. Key research trends include the application of Badiou and Rancière's philosophies to educational practices, and the role of affective atmospheres in physical education.

• Physical Education
• Health Promotion
• Motor Learning
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Sergio Montalt Garcia is a researcher at the University of Valencia, affiliated with the Faculty of Teacher Training and the Department of Didactics of Body Expression. He is a member of the AFIPS Physical Activity and Health Promotion Group. His research focuses on physical education, motor competence, physical literacy, and health-promoting interventions in educational settings. He explores the integration of physical activity into classroom environments, the role of motor-cognitive interactions in early education, and the impact of active breaks on children's development. Recent publications highlight his work on longitudinal models linking motor competence to physical activity, game-based learning methodologies, and school-based health promotion strategies. His studies often employ text mining and ecological assessment frameworks. He collaborates on projects like BALA and ALPHYL, aiming to bridge physical education with broader educational outcomes. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive-Motor Interactions
• Motor Control
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Julie Duque is a Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) , Belgium. Her research is centered on the neural mechanisms underlying the interplay between cognition and motor control, with a focus on decision-making, motor learning, and neuroplasticity. She is actively involved in editorial leadership as the Specialty Chief Editor for Motor Neuroscience in Frontiers in Human Neuroscience . PhD in Neuroscience, Université catholique de Louvain (UCL), 2006 Fellowship, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIH), 2002–2003 Her research explores how cognitive processes such as reward, error monitoring, and decision urgency influence motor behavior and plasticity. Using neurophysiological techniques like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), she investigates corticospinal excitability, sensorimotor integration, and adaptive control in both healthy individuals and patients with Parkinson’s disease. Recent publications highlight trends in cognitive-motor integration , reward-modulated learning , and post-error behavioral adjustments . Her work spans behavioral experiments, neuroimaging, and clinical applications, contributing to both basic science and translational neuroscience. Scientific Awards and Editorial Roles : Specialty Chief Editor, Motor Neuroscience , Frontiers in Human Neuroscience Guest Associate Editor, Neural Technology , Frontiers in Neuroscience Julie Duque has advised numerous early-career researchers and contributed extensively to peer review and editorial work, though specific student names and grant details are not listed. She leads research efforts in motor neuroscience, likely within a dedicated lab at UCLouvain, focusing on the neural basis of action and cognition.

Kelly GoedertView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Psychology
• Neuroscience
• Spatial Neglect Rehabilitation
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Kelly Goedert, Ph.D. is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychology at Seton Hall University. She holds a PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Virginia (2001). Her research focuses on cognitive processes such as causal inference, spatial neglect rehabilitation, and educational pedagogy. She has authored/co-authored textbooks including Essentials of Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (2024) and contributed to influential works on transformative teaching methods and statistical reasoning integration. Her research interests span cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, and educational strategies. Key areas include spatial neglect treatment mechanisms, causal judgment formation, and the application of statistical methods in behavioral sciences. She has investigated topics like prism adaptation effects on motor-intentional biases and the neurocognitive underpinnings of spatial neglect recovery. Recent grants include funding for projects like Essential Cognitive Science for Ethical and Effective Data Visualization (2023) and a cross-disciplinary study on speech production using fNIRS (2022). She actively presents at conferences such as the Annual Conference on the Teaching of Psychology and the Eastern Psychological Association meetings, focusing on open science practices and innovative teaching tools. Her work bridges clinical neuropsychology and academic pedagogy, emphasizing evidence-based interventions and curriculum development. Collaborations with colleagues like Dr. Nolan and Dr. Barrett highlight her role in advancing both theoretical and applied aspects of cognitive science.

Britta Thedin JakobssonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Sports Pedagogy
• Educational Science
• Youth Sports Sociology
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Britta Thedin Jakobsson is a Senior Lecturer at the Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences (GIH), affiliated with the Department of Movement, Culture and Society, Section of Educational Sciences. She holds a PhD in Sport Science and focuses on interdisciplinary research and teaching at the intersection of education, movement, and societal issues. Her teaching interests include health education in schools, physical education pedagogy, and democratic participation in education. Key research areas involve organized youth sports' role in societal policy frameworks (e.g., Convention on the Rights of the Child), sustainable daily movement in schools, and the educational value of sports for young people's development. She is a core member of the interdisciplinary Research in Education & Movement Culture group. Collaboration partners include the Swedish National Agency for Education and the Swedish Sports Confederation. Her recent publications explore adolescents' physical activity patterns during school hours, coach-youth dynamics in equestrian sports, and pedagogical approaches to riding instruction. PhD in Sport Science Group supervisor training for school staff Prior roles include elementary/high school teaching, healthcare consulting, and leadership in fitness organizations

Pauline HiltView profile

Researcher

• Cognitive Sciences
• Motor Control
• Optimal Control of Human Movements
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Pauline Hilt is a Researcher (CR INSERM) at the Université de Bourgogne Franche Comté, affiliated with INSERM U1093 and the Institut Marey. Her work focuses on understanding motor control mechanisms, individual motor signatures, and the application of action observation in motor prevention and rehabilitation. She holds a PhD in Motor Decision and Modular Control from the University of Burgundy (2015) and has conducted postdoctoral research at the Italian Institute of Technology (2015-2020) and INSERM U1093 since 2020. Education: Bachelor's in Informatics and Mathematics (2010, Nancy University) Master's in Cognitive Science (2012, Cogmaster/Paris) PhD in Motor Control (2015, University of Burgundy) Research Interests: Her studies integrate computational motor control theories with neurophysiological techniques, exploring how individual motor capabilities influence perception and neural plasticity. She develops tools for motor prevention across populations, including aging and clinical groups, using action observation protocols. Key methods include motion capture, EEG, TMS, and statistical techniques like Granger causality and dimensionality reduction. Publications: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles since 2016, focusing on topics such as motor learning temporal dynamics, interindividual motor variability, and neural mechanisms of action observation. Notable work includes studies on age-related motor adaptation and time-of-day effects on skill consolidation. Teaching: Courses in informatics, motor control, and neurosciences at undergraduate and master’s levels, including contributions to marketing and alternative education programs. Labs/Teams: Core member of the INSERM U1093 lab, collaborating on projects like motor signatures in healthy/pathological populations and translational neurophysiology applications.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Brain Imaging (EEG, MRI)
• Brain Plasticity
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James Clara is a Professor and Head of Research & Development at the Geneva School of Health Sciences (HES-SO), Switzerland. He holds a Privat Docent position at the University of Geneva’s Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences (FPSE). His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, brain plasticity, and music’s impact on cognitive development across the lifespan, particularly in aging populations and children. He leads multiple interdisciplinary projects funded by organizations like the Swiss National Science Foundation (FNS) and Alzheimer Switzerland. Key initiatives include studies on music interventions for mild cognitive impairment (COPE project) and cognitive enrichment through arts in early childhood. Education: Doctorate in Psychology (privat docent) from University of Geneva Research interests include: - Music-induced neuroplasticity in aging brains - Brain imaging techniques (MRI/EEG) - Cognitive and sensorimotor development through music - Healthy aging strategies - Music-related musculoskeletal health in students Current projects examine: - Effects of musical training on white matter microstructure in the fornix - Cognitive benefits of group music/visual arts practice in children - Psychomotor interventions for mild cognitive impairment patients Grants: Over CHF 1M in funding for projects like COPE (2020-2022) and ArODES (2018-2021) Collaborations: Universities of Geneva/Neuchâtel, HUG hospitals, Accademia d’Archi Laboratory affiliations include the NEAD lab at University of Geneva and the HES-SO Research Institute.

• Art Education
• Preschool Education
• Visual Arts
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Urianni Merlin is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Primorska, affiliated with the Department of Studies in the Italian Language. Holding a PhD (2019), Merlin specializes in art education, child development through artistic expression, and innovative teaching methods. Their work emphasizes experimental approaches in preschool education, particularly exploring light's role in artistic development and the integration of technology in art instruction. Academic Affiliation: Faculty of Educational Sciences Department: Department of Studies in the Italian Language Education: PhD in Educational Sciences (2019), Master of Science (2011), Bachelor of Science (2000) Research focuses on: Artistic expression in early childhood Light as an educational tool Non-visual motivational techniques in art Fine motor skill development through art activities Distance learning methodologies for art subjects Recent articles analyze light's impact on children's artistic abilities, the design of preschool art activities, and the application of graphic techniques in early education. Merlin's work bridges pedagogical theory with practical classroom implementation, emphasizing sensory and motor skill integration. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided materials. Teaching responsibilities include courses on visual art pedagogy, puppetry, and interdisciplinary art methodologies.

• Autism Research
• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
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Annie Cardinaux is a Researcher in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She is affiliated with the School of Science and is based in Building 46-4037. Her work focuses on autism research, sensory processing, and predictive mechanisms in cognition. She has contributed to studies analyzing gender diversity in autistic populations, sensory habituation deficits, and motor learning dynamics in autism. Her research spans interdisciplinary areas such as developmental psychology, neuroscience, and cognitive science. Notable studies include investigations into the SPARK database for gender representation in autism, development of self-report measures for prediction in daily life, and electrophysiological evidence for sensory processing differences in autism. She has also explored neurogenetic mechanisms underlying speech disorders like childhood apraxia of speech linked to 16p11.2 deletions. Cardinaux collaborates on projects involving the InBRAIN initiative and contributes to core facilities in computational and integrative neuroscience. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks (e.g., predictive processing models) with empirical studies, emphasizing translational neuroscience and improving research equity through inclusive recruitment practices. Though no specific grants or awards are listed, her contributions reflect a commitment to advancing understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions through rigorous methodologies.

Derri VasilikiView profile

Professor

• Teacher education & training
• Teacher evaluation
• Program and instruction design-implementation-evaluation
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Derri Vasiliki is a Professor in the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science at Democritus University of Thrace. She holds a PhD (1997) and MSc (1995) from Democritus University, and a Bachelor’s degree from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (1992). Her expertise lies in Didactics in Physical Education with a focus on Primary Education. Current roles include Director of the Postgraduate Program 'Creative and Adapted Physical Education' and Vice President of the Hellenic Academy of Physical Education. Teaching responsibilities include courses on Physical Education in Elementary Education and Didactics Methodology. Research interests center on teacher education/training, program design, and student learning evaluation. She has supervised numerous theses and led/coordinated 25+ research projects. Key projects include developing educational materials for teacher training programs and interdisciplinary initiatives linking physical education with other disciplines. Over 100 scientific publications span topics like leadership in education, assessment frameworks, and inclusive teaching strategies. Awards include recognition for work on physical fitness standards and early childhood health programs. Active in professional development: trained educators in ICT integration, led multicultural physical education programs, and collaborated with the Greek Institute of Educational Policy to enhance teaching practices. Presentations at over 250 international/national conferences highlight her engagement in the academic community. Labs/Teams: Directs the 'Physical Education and Training (Motor Performance & Physical Education)' laboratory and contributed to reforming program curricula at her department.

Michaela BrockmannView profile

Lecturer

• Sociology of Education
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) Policy
• Biographical and Ethnographic Research
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Dr. Michaela Brockmann is a Lecturer at the University of Southampton, specializing in the sociology of education with a focus on vocational education and training (VET). Her research examines youth transitions, learner identities, and social inequality in educational contexts. She has conducted extensive cross-national studies on apprenticeships in England and Germany, funded by organizations like the British Academy and Gatsby Charitable Foundation. Her work often employs ethnographic methods to explore how class, gender, and ethnicity shape educational experiences. Michaela teaches BSc/MSc Education courses focusing on sociology and VET, and supervises PhD students in areas such as learner identities and vocational policy. She has contributed to UK government reforms in technical education through her research on apprenticeship training systems. Her external engagements include speaking roles in initiatives like Women in STEM (2018). Key projects include studies on high-quality engineering apprenticeships, on-the-job training dynamics, and competency frameworks across industries. Her publications analyze topics ranging from gender negotiations in male-dominated trades to the academic-vocational divide's impact on learners.

• Cognitive Science
• Decision Making
• Risk and Bias Management
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Tom Stafford is a Professor of Cognitive Science at the University of Sheffield's School of Psychology. He serves as Director of Postgraduate Taught Programmes (PGT) and leads research in decision-making, bias management, skill learning, and open research practices. His work integrates computational modeling, neuroscience, and interdisciplinary collaboration to explore cognitive processes in complex scenarios. Stafford is actively involved in institutional roles promoting transparent research practices, including his leadership in the Research on Research Institute (RoRI) and the University's Open Research initiatives. Research Interests: Stafford's core interests include decision-making under uncertainty, risk perception, and the application of cognitive science to real-world problems like political advertising and addiction recovery. He emphasizes data-intensive methods, interdisciplinary collaboration, and public engagement to ensure research relevance. Recent projects focus on value-based decision-making in addiction and the psychological mechanisms underlying reasoning and persuasion. Grants & Collaborations: Stafford has secured significant funding, including MRC grants for alcohol use disorder research, EPSRC support for dialogue systems enhancing open-mindedness, and Leverhulme Trust funding on implicit bias. He collaborates across disciplines, involving neuroscience, computer science, and policy studies. His work often involves large-scale datasets and innovative experimental designs, such as leveraging online gaming data to study skill acquisition. Labs & Teams: Stafford contributes to the University's Neuroscience Institute and leads interdisciplinary teams in open research methodologies. He co-developed tools like the 'Faith in Reason' scale and frameworks for distributed peer review in funding allocation.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Visual Perception
• Perceptual Learning
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Kayley Birch-Hurst is an Associate Lecturer and Post Graduate Researcher at the University of the West of England (UWE), affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences (HAS). She holds a BSc in Psychology from Cardiff University (2019) and is currently completing a PhD through the ESRC South West Doctoral Training Partnership, focusing on visual search mechanisms in radiologists using eye-tracking technology. Her roles include teaching the 'Developing Self and Society' module and supervising students at level 2. Her research interests span cognitive neuroscience, visual perception, and perceptual learning, with a specific emphasis on the cognitive and neural underpinnings of visual search. Her PhD project investigates radiological error mitigation through improved training interventions for professionals and machines. Key areas of expertise include sensorimotor simulation, effects of expertise on visual cognition, and the application of eye-tracking in understanding cognitive processes. Recent work explores reliability in experimental tasks measuring social cognition and visual search performance. Her research has been presented at conferences such as the European Conference on Visual Perception and the Vision Sciences Society. She has also contributed to peer-reviewed journals in vision science and cognitive neuroscience.

Jonathon Kenneth SchuhView profile

Academic

• Power and Energy Storage
• Computational Physics
• Electromechanics
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Jonathon Kenneth Schuh is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He holds a PhD in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics and an MBA from the same institution. His academic roles include teaching courses like ECE 330: Power Circuits and Electromechanics, and advising on senior design projects. Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (UIUC, 2013) Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (UIUC, 2015) PhD in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (UIUC, 2018) MBA (UIUC, 2021) Research focuses on power systems, energy storage, tribology, and electromechanical systems. Key interests include: Electrical machine design and control Fluid lubrication with textured surfaces Redox flow battery electrolyte optimization Recent publications emphasize: Friction reduction via surface textures (Tribology International) Non-Newtonian fluid dynamics in bearings Pumped hydropower storage using water towers Awards include multiple teaching excellence recognitions and the T.A. Peebles Award (2013) for control systems innovation. Active in IEEE and ASEE conferences, presenting on pedagogy and engineering design.

Amanda WoodwardView profile

Professor

• Infant Cognition
• Social Cognitive Development
• Imitation
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Amanda Woodward is the William S. Gray Distinguished Service Professor of Psychology at the University of Chicago and serves as Deputy Dean for Faculty Affairs in the Division of the Social Sciences. She holds a B.A. from Swarthmore College (1987) and a Ph.D. from Stanford University (1992). Her research focuses on infant social cognition, including how infants understand social structure, learn from cultural contexts, and develop neural processes underlying early social-cognitive abilities. She pioneered experimental methods to study infant social understanding, emphasizing imitation, theory of mind, and cross-cultural influences. Woodward has received prestigious awards such as the APA Boyd McCandless Award and is a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Her lab, the Infant Learning and Development Laboratory, investigates infants' understanding of social intentions, perceptions, and emotions. Notable students include Tess Fulcher, Natalie Brezack, and Haerin Chung. She teaches courses like Cognitive Development and From Action to Abstraction . Her work bridges developmental psychology with neuroscience, emphasizing how early experiences shape social cognition. Recent research explores racial categorization, cross-cultural learning strategies, and neural correlates of social perception.