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Bruce McNaughtonView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Memory Systems
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Dr. Bruce McNaughton is a Professor at the University of Lethbridge affiliated with the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience (CCBN), where he directs the Polaris Brain Dynamics research group. His work pioneers advanced neural recording technologies and computational approaches to decode cognitive processes. His academic credentials include: PhD (Cum Laude) in Psychology from Dalhousie University MSc in Biology from Carleton University BSc (Honours, First Class) in Biology from Carleton University McNaughton's research centers on the neural basis of cognition, with emphasis on memory systems, spatial navigation, and synaptic plasticity. He investigates hippocampal-cortical interactions during memory consolidation, neural mechanisms of spatial orientation (including grid/place/head-direction cells), and memory disorders in Alzheimer's disease and epilepsy. His lab pioneers high-density electrophysiology and optical imaging at cellular resolution to study network dynamics in behaving animals. Analysis of his 2005-2008 publications reveals three dominant themes: (1) memory trace reactivation during rest/sleep and its role in consolidation, (2) spatial coding mechanisms in hippocampal-entorhinal networks, and (3) methodological innovations in neural recording/data analysis. His work consistently bridges computational theory with experimental neuroscience to explain cognitive phenomena at the circuit level. Key recognitions include: Polaris Award ($20M/10 year) Personnel awards from Alberta Innovates – Health Solutions He actively mentors 14 trainees (6 postdocs, 8 graduate students) and has guided over 30 successful researchers throughout his career. Major funding sources include NSERC, the European Commission, and the $20M Polaris Award supporting his preclinical Alzheimer's research and neural technology development. The Polaris Brain Dynamics group within CCBN focuses on scaling advanced neural imaging techniques, developing animal models of sporadic Alzheimer's, and creating early seizure detection systems for temporal lobe epilepsy, aiming to expand collaborative neuroscience through open technology platforms.

• Neuroscience
• Memory
• Hippocampus
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Robert Sutherland is a Professor and Director at the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience (CCBN), University of Lethbridge. His research focuses on neural mechanisms of memory, hippocampal function, and cognitive recovery in conditions like stroke and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. He holds a B.Sc., M.A., and Ph.D. in Psychology. Research interests span: Hippocampal neurogenesis and memory consolidation Impact of stress on stroke recovery Episodic memory systems in rodents Neurodegeneration and regeneration models Cognitive deficits in fetal alcohol disorders His publications (2011-2014) emphasize hippocampal-dependent memory, stress-pathology interactions, and innovative behavioral paradigms. Trends include rodent models of cognitive deficits, temporal coding in neural circuits, and critiques of experimental methodologies. As Principal Investigator, he secured major grants: CIHR ($683,550, 2010-2015): Hippocampal dentate gyrus repair CFI ($8,030,000, 2009-2010): Epigenetics infrastructure NSERC ($338,335, 2007-2012): Hippocampus and memory NIH ($346,000, 2003-2008): Adult neurogenesis He directs the CCBN, overseeing advanced neuroimaging facilities and collaborative projects on neural plasticity.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Aging
• Spatial Navigation
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Prof. Dr. Thomas Wolbers serves as Group Leader at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) in Magdeburg, Germany, where he directs the Aging and Cognition Group. His research integrates virtual reality, neuroimaging, electrophysiology, and eye-tracking to investigate neural mechanisms underlying cognitive decline in aging and early dementia, with particular emphasis on spatial navigation deficits and memory consolidation processes. The lab pursues three core objectives: (1) Characterizing age-related neural changes in spatial orientation systems, including entorhinal grid cell decline and hippocampal pattern completion abnormalities; (2) Developing neurobiologically inspired interventions like post-learning sensory stimulation protocols to enhance memory consolidation; and (3) Creating standardized diagnostic tools such as the Grid Cell Analysis Toolbox (GridCAT) for clinical assessment of cognitive dysfunction. Research demonstrates that minimal sensory stimulation after learning improves spatial memory for up to seven days even in older adults, offering potential therapeutic pathways. Wolbers Lab maintains extensive national and international collaborations spanning computational modeling, human lesion studies, and animal experiments. The group's work bridges fundamental neuroscience with clinical applications, focusing on translating discoveries about thalamic head direction signals, retrosplenial cortex functions, and entorhinal cortex integrity into practical diagnostic and intervention frameworks for preclinical dementia detection.

• Computational Neuroscience
• Memory Research
• Spatial Navigation
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Dr. Motoharu Yoshida serves as a Group Leader at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) in Magdeburg, Germany. His research focuses on neural computation in the medial temporal lobe structures (hippocampus and entorhinal cortex), which underpin memory and spatial navigation functions with direct relevance to Alzheimer's disease and temporal lobe epilepsy. Yoshida investigates TRPC channels' role in temporal association memory, demonstrating their modulation of persistent firing in hippocampal CA1 neurons through immunohistochemical and electrophysiological methods. His computational models reveal how TRPC channels enable coexistence of persistent firing with theta oscillations. Current work involves in vivo TRPC manipulations to assess behavioral impacts. In the medial entorhinal cortex, his group studies grid cell formation mechanisms, identifying dorso-ventral axis variations in neuronal properties (e.g., spike adaptation ratios) that may explain grid spacing differences during path integration for spatial navigation. His laboratory combines in vitro and in vivo electrophysiology, computational simulations, and immunohistochemical techniques to investigate neural network dynamics in memory and navigation systems.

Tristan ShumanView profile

Associate Professor

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Autism
• Computational Neuroscience
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Tristan Shuman, PhD is an Associate Professor of Neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where he also serves as Co-Director of the Center for Computational and Systems Neuroscience. His laboratory is housed in the Hess CSM Building (Room 10-301) at 1470 Madison Avenue in New York City. Dr. Shuman earned his PhD in Experimental Psychology from the University of California, San Diego, where he investigated how addiction-related memory ensembles contributed to cocaine drug seeking. He then completed postdoctoral training at the University of California, Los Angeles, examining network alterations in epileptic mice before joining the Mount Sinai faculty. His research program focuses on understanding how the brain produces precise neural activity for memory tasks and how these processes break down in neurological diseases. The Shuman Lab specializes in using in vivo calcium imaging with miniature microscopes and electrophysiology with silicon probes to investigate network alterations in mouse models of epilepsy and Alzheimer's disease. His team has made significant contributions to understanding how abnormal circuit processing leads to cognitive deficits and seizures, with particular emphasis on hippocampal and entorhinal cortex function. Analysis of Dr. Shuman's publication record since 2018 reveals a strong focus on neural circuit mechanisms in epilepsy and Alzheimer's disease, with increasing emphasis on open-source tool development. His work has evolved from studying addiction-related memory ensembles during his PhD to investigating circuit dysfunction in neurological disorders, with recent publications highlighting sophisticated approaches to understanding and manipulating neural synchronization in disease models. 2020 Shah Research Scholar Friedman Brain Institute 2018 CURE Taking Flight Award from CURE Epilepsy 2018 AES Junior Investigator Award from American Epilepsy Society 2018 Nash Family Scholar from Friedman Brain Institute 2016 AES Young Investigator Award from American Epilepsy Society 2015 AES Grass Young Investigator Award 2014 Epilepsy Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Dr. Shuman mentors a diverse research team including postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and research associates. His lab has developed several open-source neuroscience tools including Miniscope.org platform for miniature microscope development and PhaSER for real-time phase estimation and manipulation. The lab actively shares its technological innovations with the broader neuroscience community through GitHub (https://github.com/ShumanLab) and emphasizes collaborative, rigorous science with translational potential for improving treatments for neurological disorders.

Brad PfeifferView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neuroscience
• Memory Formation
• Neuronal Representations
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Brad Pfeiffer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and an Endowed Scholar in Biomedical Research. He earned his Ph.D. under Kimberly M. Huber at UT Southwestern, studying synaptic mechanisms in Fragile X Syndrome, followed by postdoctoral training under David J. Foster at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on hippocampal function during spatial navigation. His lab investigates how experiences are encoded, consolidated into long-term memory, and recalled to guide behavior, using spatial navigation as a model system. Techniques include large-scale in vivo electrophysiological recordings of rodent hippocampal activity, examining place cells and replay phenomena. Research emphasizes hippocampal dynamics, including the role of replay bursts (50–300 ms) in memory consolidation and decision-making. Key topics include synaptic plasticity, neuronal ensemble activity, and neural circuit interactions. His work bridges cellular mechanisms with behavioral outcomes, with implications for understanding disorders like autism and epilepsy. Notable recognition includes the Endowed Scholar award. Advances in neurotechnology, such as lightweight recording devices for juvenile mice, complement his experimental approaches. Collaborative projects address translational outcomes, including clinical insights from animal models. The Pfeiffer Lab actively explores temporal coding, spatial cognition, and neural network dynamics, contributing to foundational knowledge in systems and cognitive neuroscience.

• Neuromorphic VLSI Design
• Medical Data Analytics
• Computational Neuroscience
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Anu Aggarwal is a Teaching Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), affiliated with the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering within the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on neuromorphic VLSI design, medical data analytics, and computational neuroscience, with applications in healthcare, neuro-engineering, and biomedical signal processing. Education: MBBS, Government Medical College, Patiala, India MPH, Harvard University BEng, University of Manchester, UK MS/PhD, University of Maryland, College Park Research interests emphasize neuromorphic systems, medical technology development, and neural circuitry modeling. She has contributed to VLSI implementations of hippocampal and auditory neural structures, EEG-based medical devices, and optogenetic therapies for spinal injuries. Her work bridges engineering and neuroscience to address clinical challenges such as stroke recovery and Alzheimer’s disease management. Notable articles (2015–2025) explore neuromorphic hardware, EEG connectivity analysis, and biomedically oriented neurotechnology. Recent trends include advancing wearable medical sensors, neuromorphic circuit design, and computational models of spatial navigation systems. Scientific Awards: Presidential Scholarship, Harvard University School Project Prize, University of Manchester Clark School Distinguished Graduate Fellowship, University of Maryland Teaching and advising: Courses taught include VLSI system design (ECE 425), digital IC design (ECE 482), and specialized neuromorphic VLSI design (ECE 498 AA). No formal student advisees listed.

• Neuroscience
• Spatial Navigation
• Memory Formation
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May Britt Moser is a Professor at the Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience, NTNU. Her research focuses on the neural basis of spatial location, spatial memory, and cognition. She co-discovered grid cells in the entorhinal cortex, a breakthrough earning her the 2014 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine alongside Edvard I. Moser and John O'Keefe. Key roles include Founding Director of the Centre for Algorithms in the Cortex and former Director of the Centre for Neural Computation (2013–2022). She holds a PhD in neurophysiology from the University of Oslo (1995). Research Interests: Moser’s work explores spatial navigation, memory formation, and neural circuits underlying cognition. Her group investigates grid-cell circuits, hippocampal-entorhinal interactions, and temporal coding mechanisms. Recent studies address object-vector coding, theta rhythm dynamics, and the impact of geometric environments on neural representations. Scientific Contributions: Over 50+ publications since 2010, including seminal work on grid cells, spatial coding, and neural oscillations. Key awards include the Nobel Prize and honors from the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. Teams & Projects: Leads the Moser group and initiatives like KiloNeurons and TheMini2P. Collaborates on large-scale imaging techniques and computational models of neural circuits.

Matthias StanglView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neurotechnology
• Human Brain Imaging Methods
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Matthias Stangl is an Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Boston University, with joint appointments in Psychological & Brain Sciences, Neurosurgery, and multiple research centers. His primary affiliation is the College of Engineering, and he leads the Stangl Lab. He holds a PhD from the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases and Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at UCLA. His research focuses on neural mechanisms underlying spatial navigation, memory, and age-related cognitive impairments. Methodologies include invasive electrophysiology (intracranial EEG, single-neuron recordings) and non-invasive techniques (fMRI, EEG) to study brain function in real-world and laboratory settings. Key research themes include Alzheimer’s disease risk prediction, closed-loop neuromodulation, and neurotechnology development. Affiliations: College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Department of Neurosurgery Center for Systems Neuroscience Cognitive Neuroimaging Center Neurophotonics Center Graduate Program for Neuroscience (GPN) Awards: Dean’s Catalyst Award (2025, BU College of Engineering) Cermak/Corkin Postdoctoral Award (2023, MDRS) NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) His lab investigates multimodal neuroimaging approaches to bridge laboratory and real-world cognitive studies, supported by NIH funding. Current projects include wearable neurotechnology platforms and mobile iEEG recordings to advance understanding of neural dynamics in natural environments.

Daniel DombeckView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Neuronal Circuits
• Spatial Navigation
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Daniel Dombeck is a Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at Northwestern University's Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences. He holds the Wender-Lewis Teaching and Research Professorship. His research focuses on optical dissection of neuronal circuits underlying mammalian navigation, combining novel optical and genetic techniques to study neural activity in mice within virtual reality environments. Dombeck earned his PhD in Neuroscience from Cornell University. Affiliations: Department of Neurobiology, Northwestern University Key Research Areas: Spatial navigation, systems neuroscience, neuronal population dynamics His work investigates how the brain encodes spatial and navigational information through cellular-resolution imaging of neuronal populations. Dombeck has developed advanced imaging tools for studying neural activity in awake, behaving mice, including VR systems and multiphoton microscopy techniques. Awards : McKnight Scholar Award (2015) Klingenstein Fellowship in Neuroscience (2011) Whitehall Foundation Research Grant (2011) His lab explores hippocampal and entorhinal cortex dynamics, dopamine signaling, and reward-driven spatial representations. Dombeck's research bridges molecular, cellular, and systems levels to understand neural circuit function in behavior and disease.

• Biological Sciences
• Health Sciences
• Membrane Biology
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Paul Else is an Honorary Fellow at the School of Medical, Indigenous and Health Sciences, University of Wollongong. His research focuses on membrane lipid composition, metabolic processes, and their implications for aging, health, and disease. He has led studies on phospholipid dynamics in human brain regions, honeybee longevity, and the effects of dietary fatty acids on metabolic health. His work bridges biological and clinical research, with a particular emphasis on lipidomics and metabolic rate regulation. **Research Interests:** Membrane biology, fatty acid metabolism, aging mechanisms, and metabolic disorders. His studies explore how membrane lipid composition influences energy expenditure, lifespan, and disease progression in diverse organisms, from humans to insects. **Funding & Grants:** Paul has secured funding for projects such as 'Food supply, diet and membrane lipids and the determination of metabolic rate' (ARC, 2007–2009) and contributed to equipment grants for advanced mass spectrometry and metabolic analysis tools. He currently coordinates the Metabolic Research Centre, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. **Advisory Role:** Supervised multiple PhD students investigating topics like phospholipid changes during brain aging, honeybee longevity, and fatty acid impacts on metabolic health. His research highlights the critical role of membrane lipids in regulating physiological processes. **Labs & Teams:** Leads the Metabolic Research Centre, focusing on translational research in lipid metabolism and its clinical applications.

• Neuroscience
• Biomedical Sciences
• Astrocyte Research
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Dr. Yaroslav Savtchouk is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Marquette University, where he leads the Savtchouk Lab. He joined the faculty in October 2018. His research focuses on neuron-astrocyte communication in the cerebellar cortex using advanced techniques like two-photon imaging and electrophysiology. He completed his postdoctoral training at the University of Lausanne under Prof. Andrea Volterra, following a Ph.D. from Penn State University and a B.S. from Franklin and Marshall College. Dr. Savtchouk's work explores how astrocytes and GABAergic interneurons contribute to cerebellar processing, with a particular emphasis on cerebellar cortex interactions involving stellate cells, basket cells, and Bergmann glia. His lab develops cutting-edge tools, including 3D calcium imaging and signal processing methods, to analyze brain activity in rodent models. He actively mentors students in pre-medical, pre-dental, and biomedical sciences programs and oversees initiatives like the Undergraduate Summer Research Program and the Biomedical Sciences Student Association. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as Nature , Science , and Nature Reviews Neuroscience , focusing on astrocyte signaling, gliotransmission, and synaptic plasticity. The lab collaborates with institutions worldwide and seeks talented researchers at all levels, including postdocs, technicians, and students.

Laura SchraderView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Molecular Biology
• Synaptic Plasticity
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Laura Schrader is a Professor and Chair in Cell and Molecular Biology at Tulane University's School of Science & Engineering. She holds a Ph.D. from Tulane University (1997). Her research focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying synaptic plasticity and learning/memory, employing techniques such as patch-clamp electrophysiology, behavioral paradigms, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Key interests include ion channel regulation, neuronal excitability, and the impact of hormones like estradiol on brain function. Her work explores how hormonal and metabolic conditions influence cognitive processes, particularly in aging models. Notable contributions include studies on Shox2 transcription factor's role in thalamocortical neurons and neuroendocrine effects on synaptic plasticity. Over 40 peer-reviewed articles highlight her expertise in stress physiology, epigenetic mechanisms, and neurodevelopmental pathways. Publications span topics from estrogen's effects on memory to mitochondrial dysfunction in PTSD models. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. Her lab's address is at 201 Lindy Claiborne Boggs Center, Tulane University. No grants or advisees are listed here.

Chris MartinView profile

Assistant Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Human Memory
• Neural Bases of Memory
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Chris Martin is an Assistant Professor at Florida State University, affiliated with the Department of Psychology and the Program in Neuroscience. He earned his Ph.D. from The University of Western Ontario in 2015. Ph.D., The University of Western Ontario, 2015 The Martin Memory Lab investigates the cognitive neuroscience of human memory, with a focus on: Neural bases of long-term memory Memory's interaction with perception, decision-making, and motor control Memory changes across the lifespan Interventions to enhance memory in aging populations Research methodologies include fMRI, EEG, eye tracking, motion tracking, and behavioral experiments. Studies span cognitively healthy individuals and those with memory disorders. Recent publications emphasize hippocampal activity modulation in aging, object recognition in the medial temporal lobe, and neural differentiation of memory signals. The lab is actively recruiting graduate students for Fall 2026. Collaborations include work with Dr. Morgan Barense and Dr. Stefan Kӧhler.

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
• Behavioral Neuroscience
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Dr. Eleonore Duvelle is a Researcher at the University of Glasgow, affiliated with the School of Psychology & Neuroscience. Her work focuses on understanding how episodic memories are stored in neural networks and influence decisions, particularly through the study of hippocampal place cells in rats navigating complex environments. Key research interests include spatial navigation, hippocampal function, temporal context processing, and the neural basis of decision-making. Her research employs electrophysiological recordings and computational modeling to analyze how spatial experiences are encoded and used for future actions. Notable projects include investigating 3D spatial navigation, the role of grid cells in volumetric environments, and the insensitivity of place cells to spatial goal values. Dr. Duvelle has secured a grant from The Royal Society (2025–2026) titled 'The Neural Representation of Time: Implications for Cognitive and Behavioural Functioning.' She supervises graduate student Michael Kohl. Her work spans interdisciplinary collaborations with groups in neurophysiology, cognitive science, and theoretical neuroscience. Publications highlight contributions to understanding hippocampal coding mechanisms, spatial behavior in rodents, and cross-species comparisons of spatial cognition. Her research bridges experimental and theoretical approaches to uncover fundamental principles of neural information processing.