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Byron YuView profile

Professor

• Computational Neuroscience
• Neural Dynamics
• Motor Control
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Byron Yu is a Professor in Electrical & Computer Engineering and Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University, with affiliations to the Neuroscience Institute and Robotics Institute. He is a core faculty member of the Center for the Neural Basis of Cognition. Research focuses on computational neuroscience , neural dynamics , and brain-machine interfaces . Key contributions include dimensionality reduction techniques and neural population activity analysis. Recent publications explore topics such as neural dynamics during motor imagery, BCI optimization, and attentional processing. His work has appeared in Nature Neuroscience , Neuron , and eLife , often as cover articles. Awardees include the Gerard G. Elia Career Development Professorship and AIMBE Fellowship . His lab has mentored numerous PhD and postdoctoral researchers, many now in academic and industry leadership roles.

Ajmal MianView profile

Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Vision
• Machine Learning
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Ajmal Mian is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Western Australia (UWA), affiliated with the School of Physics, Maths and Computing. He holds an Australian Research Council Future Fellowship (2022) and leads research in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, and Machine Learning. His work focuses on 3D computer vision, adversarial AI defense, and explainable AI. His research interests include 3D point cloud analysis, face recognition, human action recognition, and remote sensing. He has published over 300 papers and secured major grants from ARC, NHMRC, and DARPA, totaling millions in funding. He has supervised 29 PhD students and mentored 12 postdoctoral researchers. Key projects include 3D diffusion models for scene generation, robust 3D vision systems, and defense against AI deception attacks. He serves as a fellow of IAPR, an ACM Distinguished Speaker, and has editorial roles at IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Pattern Recognition. Research Awards: HBF Mid-Career Scientist of the Year, West Australian Early Career Scientist of the Year, IAPR Best Scientific Paper Award. Grants: ARC Discovery Projects, National Intelligence & Security Discovery grants, DARPA grants for AI security. His teaching spans computer vision, machine learning, and programming courses. Collaborations include defense, medical, and agricultural applications.

Marcia O'MalleyView profile

Professor

• Haptics
• Robotics
• Biomechanics
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Marcia O’Malley is the Thomas Michael Panos Family Professor in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Bioengineering at Rice University’s George R. Brown School of Engineering. She chairs the Department of Mechanical Engineering and directs the Mechatronics and Haptic Interfaces (MAHI) Lab. Her research focuses on haptics and robotic rehabilitation, particularly wearable robotic systems for training and rehabilitation in virtual environments. She holds adjunct roles at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Texas Medical School. Educated at Purdue University (B.S., 1996) and Vanderbilt University (M.S./Ph.D., 1999/2001), Dr. O’Malley has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the ONR Young Investigator Award, NSF CAREER Award, and multiple fellowships. She has twice won Rice’s George R. Brown Award for Superior Teaching. Her work bridges engineering and medicine, addressing human-robot interaction challenges in surgical training, workforce safety, and neurorehabilitation. The MAHI Lab develops devices like the hBracelet and Rice Haptic Rocker to enhance human-robot collaboration. She co-founded Houston Medical Robotics, Inc., applying her innovations to real-world medical applications. Research Interests: Haptics, wearable robotics, neural interfaces, surgical training metrics, and rehabilitation robotics. Labs/Teams: MAHI Lab (Biosciences Research Collaborative), collaborations with medical institutions. Grants/Awards: Extensive funding from NSF, ONR, and industry partnerships; leadership in editorial roles for IEEE Transactions on Haptics.

Jeannette BohgView profile

Assistant Professor

• Robotics
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
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Jeannette Bohg is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Stanford University, directing the Interactive Perception and Robot Learning Lab. Previously, she was a group leader at the Autonomous Motion Department (AMD) of the MPI for Intelligent Systems (2012-2017). She holds a PhD from KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Stockholm) and degrees from Chalmers University and TU Dresden. Her research focuses on perception, learning, and real-time multi-modal methods for autonomous robotic manipulation and grasping, aiming to bridge principles of human sensorimotor coordination with robotic implementation. Education: PhD in Robotics (KTH), MSc in Art & Technology (Chalmers), Diploma in Computer Science (TU Dresden) Research interests include developing goal-directed, real-time robotic systems capable of meaningful feedback for execution and learning. Key areas are dexterous manipulation, imitation learning, and cross-embodiment policy transfer. Notable contributions include the TidyBot platform and work on force-aware surgical robotics. Awards include the 2019 IEEE ICRA Best Paper Award, 2019 IEEE RA Early Career Award, and 2020 RSS Early Career Award. Her lab explores intersections of robotics, ML, and computer vision. Advising: Actively mentoring students/postdocs in manipulation, perception, and learning. Grants and collaborations span NSF, Stanford AI Lab, and industry partnerships. Future work emphasizes robust real-world deployment and human-robot collaboration. Labs/Teams: Leads the Interactive Perception and Robot Learning Lab, contributing to Stanford’s AI ecosystem. Previously managed the MPI AMD group, fostering interdisciplinary research in autonomous systems.

Parastoo AbtahiView profile

Assistant Professor

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Augmented Reality
• Virtual Reality
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Parastoo Abtahi is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Science Department at Princeton University. She leads the Situated Interactions Lab (Ψ Lab) as part of the Princeton HCI Group, focusing on AR/VR and spatial computing. Prior to Princeton, she worked at Meta Reality Labs Research. PhD in Computer Science from Stanford University BSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering from University of Toronto (Engineering Science program) Her research explores wearable interactive technologies that augment human intelligence in physical contexts through: Input on-the-go: Low-effort, privacy-preserving multimodal interfaces Intelligent output: Timely, minimal multisensory systems Situated AI: Personalizable, predictable, safe physical-digital interaction Recent publications analyze: Drone-based haptic illusions for AR/VR Microgestures for mobile AR input Interactivity in explainable AI systems Temporal dynamics in VR haptics Awards include: 2025 Google Research Scholar Award CHI 2019 & 2018 Honorable Mentions She teaches courses like: COS 436: Human-Computer Interaction COS IW: AR Meets AI

Guy WallisView profile

Professor

• Visual neuroscience
• Object recognition
• Visuomotor control
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Professor Guy Wallis is a Professor and Director of Research at the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland. He is also an Affiliate of the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance. His work bridges visual neuroscience, computational modeling, and applied human factors research, with significant contributions to understanding visual recognition and visuomotor behavior. Education: Bachelor (Honours) of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Imperial College London PhD in Visual Neuroscience from University of Oxford, UK Prof. Wallis's research program combines computational modeling with behavioral studies, many conducted in computer-controlled virtual environments. His work spans visual neuroscience, object recognition, visuomotor control, and simulator-based training. He has made significant theoretical contributions to understanding how visual recognition is achieved in biological systems and how everyday visuomotor tasks are regulated, challenging existing paradigms and offering new insights. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on virtual reality applications, visual-motor integration challenges, and cross-species cognitive studies. There's a clear trend toward investigating how virtual environments can be optimized for training and assessment, with particular attention to visual perception limitations and how humans adapt to these environments across diverse contexts from surgical training to aviation. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Elected Fellow of the Queensland Academy of Arts and Sciences (2022) ARC Medical Research Advisory Group (2022-2024) ARC College of Experts (2019-2021) CSIRO CSS Human Research Ethics Committee member (2020-2022) UQ Health and Behavioural Sciences Faculty, HDR Supervision Award (2018) ARC Future Fellowship (2011-2014) ARC QEII Fellowship (2003-2007) UQ Postdoctoral Fellowship (2001-2003) Prof. Wallis has successfully secured funding from major organizations including the Australian Research Council, the Human Frontier Science Program, and the Wellcome Trust. His industry partnerships span diverse sectors such as construction training, mining, healthcare, and aerospace. His research has led to the development of novel training programs for health professionals, impacted the design of man-machine interfaces for mining equipment, and informed the design parameters for pilot training systems. As Director of Research, he oversees the research direction of the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations and supporting early-career researchers through his leadership in the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance.

Noah J. CowanView profile

Professor

• Neuromechanics
• Robotics
• Neuroscience
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Noah J. Cowan is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering, with secondary appointments in Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Neuroscience. He is the founder and director of the Locomotion in Mechanical and Biological Systems (LIMBS) Laboratory, part of the Laboratory for Computational Sensing and Robotics. His research focuses on neuromechanics, robotics, and control theory, bridging neuroscience, biomechanics, and engineering. Cowan's work investigates how organisms achieve precise locomotion and applies these insights to advance robotics, neuroprosthetics, and rehabilitation technologies. Education: B.S. Electrical Engineering (Ohio State, 1995), M.S. and Ph.D. Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (University of Michigan, 1997/2001). Postdoctoral fellowship at UC Berkeley (2001–2003) before joining Johns Hopkins. Research Interests: Neuromechanics of motion, bio-inspired robotics, multisensory integration in animals (e.g., electric fish, Drosophila), and sensorimotor control in clinical contexts like cerebellar ataxia. His lab studies how neural circuits interact with biomechanics to produce movement, with applications to robotic design and neurological disorder treatments. Awards & Recognition: Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (2010), IEEE Fellow, NSF CAREER Award (2009), and multiple teaching and research excellence awards at Johns Hopkins. His work has been published in top journals like Nature , Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , and IEEE Transactions on Robotics . Outreach & Mentorship: Longtime mentor for high school and undergraduate students in STEM, leading programs like the Baltimore Ingenuity Project and WISE. Served as team leader for the STEM Achievement in Baltimore Elementary Schools (SABES) initiative. Key Projects: Development of the LIMBS Lab’s VR systems for animal studies, bioelectric navigation technologies for medical devices, and collaborations with clinicians on upper limb movement disorders. His team’s research on electric fish and fruit flies has revealed principles of adaptive control applicable to robotics and AI.

Arash AramiView profile

Associate Professor

• Assistive Robotics
• Human-Robot Interaction
• Machine Learning
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Arash Arami is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at the University of Waterloo, cross-appointed in Systems Design Engineering. He directs the Neuromechanics and Assistive Robotics Laboratory and maintains affiliations with Waterloo Robohub, the Centre for Bioengineering and Biotechnology, Waterloo AI institute, and KITE institute at Toronto Rehab Institute. He earned his Doctorate in Electrical Engineering from EPFL (2014), Master of Science from University of Tehran (2009), and Bachelor of Science from University of Tabriz (2006), all in Control Engineering. His research in Assistive Robotics and Rehabilitation Engineering integrates Machine Learning with Neuromechanics to develop intelligent systems for human movement analysis. Key focus areas include exoskeleton control algorithms, wearable sensor systems, and neural control modeling for rehabilitation applications. Recent publications demonstrate interdisciplinary work spanning robotics, biomedical engineering, and materials science, with emphasis on real-time human locomotion prediction, exoskeleton-human interaction, and data-driven health monitoring solutions. Dr. Arami serves as Chair of the NSERC Scholarship Committee (2021-2023) and mentors graduate students through the Mechatronics Exchange Study program. His teaching includes core courses in control systems, robot manipulators, and biomechanical engineering. The Neuromechanics and Assistive Robotics Laboratory fosters collaborations with clinical partners at Toronto Rehab Institute, focusing on translating robotic innovations into practical rehabilitation tools through interdisciplinary teamwork.

• Cognitive Robotics
• Developmental Robotics
• Human-Robot Interaction
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Tetsuya Ogata is a Professor at the Faculty of Science and Engineering, School of Fundamental Science and Engineering at Waseda University. He also holds joint appointments as a Fellow at the Artificial Intelligence Research Center, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), and as a visiting professor at the National Institute of Informatics (NII). Professor Ogata serves as director of the Institute of AI and Robotics at Waseda University, chairperson of the AI Robot Association (AIRoA), and research supervisor of JST CREST "Fundamentals and Core Technologies for Embodied AI" since 2025. Professor Ogata received his B.S., M.S., and D.E. degrees in mechanical engineering from Waseda University in 1993, 1995, and 2000, respectively. He began his academic career as a Research Associate at Waseda University (1999-2001), followed by positions as a Research Scientist at RIKEN Brain Science Institute (2001-2003), Lecturer (2003-2005) and Associate Professor (2005-2012) at Kyoto University's Graduate School of Informatics, before becoming a Professor at Waseda University in 2012. He was also a JST PRESTO Researcher from 2009 to 2015. Professor Ogata's research focuses on cognitive developmental robotics, deep predictive learning, and the integration of vision, language, and action (VLA) for human-robot interaction. His work explores how robots can learn through experience and interaction with humans and environments, developing models that allow for flexible behavior generation and adaptation. His research has significant implications for creating robots that can understand human intentions, collaborate effectively in real-world settings, and continuously learn from their experiences. The integration of multimodal information processing with predictive models forms the core of his approach to embodied artificial intelligence. Analysis of Professor Ogata's recent publications reveals a strong focus on deep predictive learning frameworks that enable robots to anticipate future states and generate appropriate actions. His research spans multiple domains including soft object manipulation, bimanual coordination, transparent object grasping, and integration of large language models with robotic systems. A notable trend is the increasing emphasis on multimodal integration, combining visual, tactile, and linguistic information to create more robust and adaptable robotic systems. His recent work also shows growing interest in the application of foundation models to robotics, aiming to create more general-purpose robotic capabilities. Best Paper Award, Advanced Robotics, The Robotics Society of Japan (2024) Best paper award Nomination Finalist, IEEE/SICE International Symposium on System Integration (2024) Frontiers of Science Awards, The International Congress for Basic Science (2023) Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award (2023) Fellow, Japan Society of Mechanical Engineering (2023) Fellow, The Society of Instrument and Control Engineers (2022) Fellow, The Robotics Society of Japan (2022) IBM Academic Awards (2017) Professor Ogata has been instrumental in establishing collaborative research frameworks between academia and industry, serving in leadership roles for multiple professional organizations including the Robotics Society of Japan, Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence, and Japan Deep Learning Association. His research has been supported by significant grants including JST CREST funding for "Fundamentals and Core Technologies for Embodied AI." He has mentored numerous researchers who have gone on to contribute to the field of robotics and AI, with many of his former students now holding positions in leading academic and industrial research institutions. Professor Ogata directs the Ogata Laboratory at Waseda University, which focuses on cognitive developmental robotics and deep predictive learning. The lab maintains strong collaborations with industry partners including major robotics companies and technology firms. In 2025, he played a key role in establishing the AI Robot Association (AIRoA), which brings together companies like Toyota, Nissan, and KDDI to advance the development of practical AI robotics technologies. His research group is known for its interdisciplinary approach, combining insights from neuroscience, cognitive science, and engineering to create more human-like robotic capabilities.

Daniel WolpertView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Sensorimotor Control
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Daniel Wolpert is a Professor of Neuroscience at Columbia University , where he is also Vice-Chair of the Department of Neuroscience and a key member of the Zuckerman Mind Brain and Behavior Institute . Additionally, he holds a part-time position as Director of Research at the Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge, and is a Fellow of the Royal Society and the Academy of Medical Sciences . Education: Medical Doctor (1989), D.Phil. in Physiology from the University of Oxford (1992) Previous Positions: Lecturer at Sobell Department of Motor Neuroscience (Institute of Neurology), Professor of Engineering at University of Cambridge (2005–2018) Wolpert is a world leader in sensorimotor control , combining computational neuroscience , Bayesian inference , and robotic/virtual reality technologies to reverse-engineer how the brain generates movements. His work emphasizes the brain's role in reducing sensorimotor uncertainty through predictive modeling and has implications for understanding disorders like autism and Parkinson’s disease. His awards include: Royal Society Ferrier Medal (2020) Minerva Foundation Golden Brain Award (2010) Royal Society Francis Crick Prize Lecture (2005) Daniel Wolpert actively contributes to public science communication, including a 2011 TED Talk on the computational role of the brain in movement, and leads the Wolpert Lab at Columbia, which investigates the neural basis of decision-making , motor learning , and reinforcement learning in both healthy and clinical populations.

Julie HarrisView profile

Professor

• Vision Science
• Visual Perception
• Camouflage
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Professor Julie Harris is a faculty member at the University of St Andrews, holding the position of Professor of Psychology within the School of Psychology and Neuroscience since 2005. She previously held academic posts at Newcastle University and the University of Edinburgh, and conducted postdoctoral research at the Smith-Kettlewell Eye Research Institute in California. Her research focuses on human visual processing, including vision and camouflage, depth perception, binocular stereopsis, and eye movements in natural environments. She earned a BSc in Physics from Imperial College London and a DPhil from Oxford University. Research interests include exploring how visual systems process environmental cues for depth and motion, with applications in camouflage design and stereo display technologies. Her lab employs psychophysical, behavioral, and computational methods. Notable projects address countershading camouflage effectiveness, motion-in-depth perception, and visual-motor interactions in driving scenarios. Selected grants include funding from BBSRC, Leverhulme Trust, and Medical Research Scotland. Collaborations span evolutionary biology, neuroscience, and applied vision science. She supervises PhD students Federico De Filippi and Rebecca Maguire. Awards include the Davida Teller Award Nomination and Fellowship in the Society of Biology. Labs/Teams: Julie Harris Lab (St Andrews), St Andrews Vision Labs, and the Institute of Behavioural and Neural Sciences. Current projects investigate warning signal design, visual perception in virtual environments, and the impact of visual processing on driving ability.

Leia StirlingView profile

Associate Professor

• Robotics
• Biomechanics
• Human Factors
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Leia Stirling is an Associate Professor in Robotics and Industrial Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan, serving as Associate Chair of Undergraduate Studies in Robotics. She is Core Faculty at the Center for Ergonomics and Affiliate Faculty at the Space Institute. Her research focuses on human-system interactions in robotics, biomechanics, and decision support systems. Key areas include wearable motion sensing for decision-making, co-adaptive exoskeleton algorithms, and space mission operations tools. Her group blends human factors, biomechanics, and robotics to design technology that enhances human performance in complex tasks. She leads the Stirling Group, which develops metrics for injury risk assessment, exoskeleton usability, and space crew readiness evaluation. Her lab’s work has applications in industrial safety, healthcare rehabilitation, and astronaut training. Research Thrusts: Wearable Motion Sensing: Creates metrics for musculoskeletal injury risk, balance rehabilitation, and quantitative assessment of agility/coordination. Exoskeleton Usability: Develops co-adaptive control algorithms and studies trust dynamics between users and wearable robots. Space Operations: Designs tools for astronaut readiness, human-aware robotics, and extravehicular activity planning. Recent work includes studies on neonatal ventilation systems, space inspection trajectory optimization, and augmented reality for sensorimotor assessments. She teaches robotics courses including ROB 204: Introduction to Human-Robot Systems. Her work has been featured at IROS 2023 and NASA-related initiatives. Lab Website: stirlinglab.org

David MelcherView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Perception
• Attention
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David Melcher is Professor of Psychology and Program Head in Psychology at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), where he also serves as a Global Network Professor. He is affiliated with the Division of Science and leads the Perception and Active Cognition Lab, focusing on the integration of perception, attention, memory, and action within a cognitive neuroscience framework. PhD in Psychology and Cognitive Science, Rutgers University (2001) Former researcher and professor in Italy and the UK Current leadership: Program Head, Psychology, NYUAD David Melcher's research centers on cognitive neuroscience , particularly how perception, attention, working memory, eye movements, and self-motion interact to shape cognition and behavior. His lab emphasizes active cognition —the idea that perception is not passive but dynamically shaped by action, context, and goals. He investigates how temporal dynamics in neural processing organize perceptual experiences and guide decision-making. His work spans both healthy and clinical populations, exploring individual differences in spatial and temporal processing across the lifespan. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on temporal organization in cognition , perception-action coupling , and neural mechanisms of attention and memory . Keywords across these works include cognitive neuroscience, perception, and neuroimaging, with subfields ranging from eye movement research and neural synchrony to computational modeling and clinical neuropsychology. Collectively, they demonstrate a trajectory toward integrative models of brain function that bridge behavioral, neuroimaging, and computational approaches. Among his notable recognitions is the Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contribution to Psychology from the American Psychological Association (2011), highlighting the early impact of his work in cognitive neuroscience. Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contribution to Psychology, APA (2011) David Melcher has advised numerous students through capstone projects in psychology and computer science, fostering interdisciplinary research at the intersection of cognitive science and technology. His research has been generously supported by major funding agencies including the European Research Council , the US National Institutes of Health , the Italian Ministry of Research and Education , and the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Expert Affairs . He also contributes to the academic community as a member of the editorial boards of Journal of Vision , Psychonomic Bulletin & Review , Perception , and iPerception . He leads the Perception and Active Cognition Lab at NYUAD, which employs a multidisciplinary approach combining behavioral experiments, neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG, MEG), eye-tracking, computational modeling, and clinical assessments. The lab’s research aims to understand how the brain constructs stable percepts from dynamic sensory input, particularly during active engagement with the environment.

Chuang GanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Artificial Intelligence
• Robotics
• Computer Vision
• +7 more

Chuang Gan is an Assistant Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, affiliated with the College of Information and Computer Sciences and the Department of Computer Science. His work focuses on advancing artificial intelligence, robotics, computer vision, and embodied agents through interdisciplinary research combining neural networks, physical simulations, and multimodal learning. Research interests include generative models, reinforcement learning, vision-language integration, and scalable autonomous systems. He explores topics like world modeling for robots, adaptive policy learning, and physics-driven AI. His projects often involve creating systems that learn from visual, auditory, and tactile inputs to perform complex tasks such as object manipulation, navigation, and decision-making in dynamic environments. Recent research trends emphasize embodied AI systems capable of long-horizon planning, compositional reasoning, and efficient learning from limited data. His work bridges theory and practice, with applications in robotics, simulation platforms, and multimodal generation. Key contributions include frameworks for 3D scene understanding, adaptive world models, and novel training paradigms for large language models. His research has been applied to robotics platforms like RoboDreamer and UBSoft, focusing on unbounded soft environments. Collaborations involve designing benchmarks for physical scene understanding (e.g., Physion++), and creating tools like DiffTactile for tactile simulation. His work often integrates principles from differential geometry, PDE dynamics, and game theory. Chuang Gan’s research group develops open-source tools and benchmarks, such as the SoftZoo robot co-design platform and the SOK-Bench situated reasoning benchmark. His team emphasizes scalable alignment methods beyond human supervision and explores ethical AI through principles like symmetry-enhanced training.

James T. EnnsView profile

Professor

• Perception
• Attention
• Vision
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James T. Enns is a Professor and Distinguished University Scholar in the Department of Psychology within the Faculty of Arts at the University of British Columbia. His research primarily focuses on the role of attention in human vision, with secondary interests in developmental psychology and human-machine interaction. Dr. Enns' research interests span perception, attention, vision, cognition, development, and human-machine interaction. His work explores how the human mind selects information, with particular emphasis on visual attention mechanisms. His laboratory research investigates the fundamental processes of visual perception and how attention modulates these processes across different contexts and developmental stages. Analysis of Dr. Enns' publication record reveals consistent engagement with visual perception, attentional mechanisms, and cognitive processing. His research demonstrates expertise in both theoretical frameworks and experimental methodologies related to visual attention, with applications spanning basic cognitive science to potential implementations in human-computer interaction systems. His work often bridges theoretical cognitive psychology with practical applications. Canadian Society for Brain, Behaviour and Cognitive Science Donald O. Hebb Distinguished Contribution Award (2013) Distinguished University Scholar, UBC (2004) Robert E. Knox Master Teaching Award (2004) Royal Society of Canada Fellow (2002) Killam Faculty Research Prize (1994) Killam Faculty Research Fellowship (1993) Society of Experimental Psychology Fellow Dr. Enns has served as Editor for the Journal of Experimental Psychology: Human Perception and Performance, and as Associate Editor for Psychological Science, Consciousness and Cognition, and Visual Cognition. His research has been supported by grants from NSERC, the Canadian Foundation for Innovation, the Australian Research Council, BC Health, and Nissan. He has authored textbooks on perception, edited research volumes on the Development of Attention, and published numerous scientific articles on vision, attention, and cognitive science. Dr. Enns is currently accepting graduate students and continues to mentor the next generation of cognitive scientists. Dr. Enns leads the UBC Vision Lab, which focuses on how the human mind selects information. The lab conducts research on visual attention, perception, and cognitive processes using a variety of experimental methodologies.