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Jana KainerstorferView profile

Professor

• Biomedical Optics
• Neurophotonics
• Medical Devices
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Jana Kainerstorfer is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with courtesy appointments in the Neuroscience Institute and Electrical & Computer Engineering. She serves as Associate Department Head for Faculty and Graduate Affairs within the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on developing non-invasive optical imaging methods for disease detection and treatment monitoring, particularly in diffuse optical imaging. Key areas include cerebral hemodynamic monitoring in traumatic brain injury and handheld devices for breast cancer imaging. Dr. Kainerstorfer holds senior membership in the Optical Society of America and has received prestigious awards such as the NIH Trailblazer Award and AHA Scientist Development Grant. She leads the Biophotonics Lab, which bridges engineering and clinical applications, emphasizing translational research. Education: PhD from University of Vienna/NIH (2010), Postdoc at Tufts University Research Interests Her work revolves around biomedical optics , neurophotonics , and medical device innovation . Current projects include: Non-invasive cerebral hemodynamic monitoring Transabdominal fetal pulse oximetry Optical imaging in extreme environments (e.g., freediving physiology) Her lab develops tools like wearable NIRS for marine mammals and self-calibrating pulse oximetry algorithms. Research spans clinical translation and physiological mechanism discovery , with emphasis on microvascular imaging. Awards & Recognition NIH Trailblazer Award (2020) AHA Scientist Development Grant SPIE Fellow (2022) George Tallman Ladd Award (CMU) Lab & Collaborations The Biophotonics Lab collaborates with neurosurgery, oncology, and marine biology teams. Projects address clinical needs in neurocritical care and fetal monitoring, leveraging optical technologies for real-time diagnostics. Ongoing work includes: Optical assessment of cerebral metabolic rates Non-invasive intracranial pressure estimation Multi-modal EEG-NIRS fusion for neural source localization

Brian RobertsView profile

Professor

• Auditory Perception
• Auditory Scene Analysis
• Speech Perception
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Brian Roberts is a Professor at Aston University's School of Psychology within the College of Health and Life Sciences. His primary research focuses on auditory perception, particularly auditory scene analysis and speech perception. He holds a PhD in Experimental Psychology (Auditory Perception) from the University of Cambridge (1989) and has held academic positions at the University of Birmingham (1993-2001) and Aston University since 2005. His work explores perceptual grouping mechanisms, cochlear implant listening, and the neural bases of auditory phenomena. Affiliations: Cognition & Neuroscience Research Group (CNRG), Centre for Vision and Hearing Research Employment History: Reader at University of Birmingham (2001), Senior Lecturer (1999), Lecturer (1993) Research interests include auditory stream segregation, formant analysis, and the effects of stimulus properties on perceptual organization. He has collaborated internationally, including visiting appointments at Macquarie University (2019) and the University of British Columbia (2011). Notable achievements include being elected a Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America (2009). Recent publications investigate factors influencing stream segregation (2024), asymmetric timbre effects (2023), and lexical bias in consonant identification (2022). Current projects explore sudden changes in auditory stimuli and their impact on perceptual grouping. Grants & Funding: Extensive research grants supporting auditory perception studies (details not explicitly listed) Supervised Work: 4 documented supervisees, though names not provided Labs/Teams: Active in the Auditory Perception Laboratory at Aston University, focusing on psychophysical and computational modeling approaches.

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Neuromodulation
• Neuronal Excitability
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Dr. Conny Kopp-Scheinpflug is an Associate Professor (PD) at the Faculty of Biology, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, where she leads a research group focused on auditory neuroscience. Her laboratory investigates the function and mechanisms of activity-dependent neuromodulation in the mammalian auditory system, with particular interest in how ambient sensory stimulation activates neuromodulators and how these influence neural processing of relevant information. Dr. Kopp-Scheinpflug's research spans auditory neuroscience, neuromodulation, neuronal excitability, and synaptic transmission. She employs electrophysiological (single cell in vivo and patch clamp in brain slices), anatomical, and optogenetic techniques to study how hyper- or hypo stimulation lead to acquisition or loss of function in the auditory system. Her work has significant implications for understanding and potentially treating functional disorders of neuronal excitability. Current research examines potassium channels, nitric oxide signaling, and neuromodulators like urocortin 3 in auditory processing. Analysis of Dr. Kopp-Scheinpflug's recent publications (2016-2022) reveals consistent focus on auditory processing mechanisms, particularly potassium channels (Kv3.1, Kv3.3, Kv1.1), nitric oxide signaling, and activity-dependent changes in myelination. Her research spans molecular mechanisms to systems-level auditory processing, with emphasis on sound localization, temporal processing, and recovery from hearing impairment. Key findings include how sound-evoked activity influences myelination, how nitric oxide regulates postsynaptic excitability, and how urocortin 3 aids hearing recovery. Dr. Kopp-Scheinpflug has secured funding from multiple research agencies. She maintains active collaborations with researchers at Lehigh University (Michael Burger Lab), University of Edinburgh (Matthias Hennig Lab), Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (Michal Hershfinkel Lab), and UCL (Dr. Jennifer Linden). Her laboratory currently includes Ezhilarasan Rajaram, Dr. Mihai Stancu, Oskar Kalle Juhani Markkula, Sara Pagella, and Katharine Krueger. Past lab members who have completed their training include Dr. James Sinclair, Dr. Matthew Fischl, Max Bayer, Alkmini Damkou, Alyahyay Mansour, Leander Mrowka, Joseph Kroeger, and Myriam Schmidt-Pauly.

Richard KempterView profile

Professor

• Theoretical Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Neural basis of learning and memory
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Richard Kempter is a Full Professor at the Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where he leads the Theoretical Neuroscience research group within the Institute for Theoretical Biology, Department of Biology. His research focuses on the neural basis of learning and memory through computational and mathematical modeling of synapses, neurons, and neural networks. He is affiliated with several major research centers including the Bernstein Center for Computational Neuroscience, the Einstein Center for Neurosciences Berlin, and the CRC 1315 Memory Consolidation. Professor Kempter's research interests span theoretical and computational neuroscience with a particular focus on the neural mechanisms underlying learning and memory. His work employs biophysical modeling and mathematical analysis to study synaptic short- and long-term plasticity, the dynamics of single neurons, and the interaction of neurons in recurrently coupled networks. A key aspect of his research investigates how neural systems maintain a balance between learning susceptibility and stability against pathological activity patterns, with model systems including the hippocampus and early auditory system. His research group has made significant contributions to understanding hippocampal sharp wave-ripple events, phase precession in spatial navigation, auditory processing in barn owls, and memory consolidation mechanisms. The group's work combines theoretical approaches with computer simulations to unravel the computational principles of neural circuits, showing particular interest in how neural tissue remains susceptible to learning while maintaining robust stability against pathological activity patterns. Scholarship of the State of Bavaria (03/1994-12/1995) Emmy Noether Fellowship Part I (09/1999-08/2001), funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft Emmy Noether Fellowship Part II (01/2003-09/2008) Guest Professor , HU Berlin, Department of Biology (10/2008-03/2010) Professor Kempter has advised numerous PhD and Master's students throughout his career, with many continuing in neuroscience research. His group maintains strong connections with experimental laboratories to bridge computational models with empirical findings, particularly in hippocampal function and auditory processing. The Theoretical Neuroscience Lab participates in collaborative projects investigating memory consolidation and neural coding principles, contributing significantly to our understanding of how neural circuits implement computational principles underlying learning and memory.

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Sensory Processing
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Dr. Jack Kelly is a Distinguished Research Professor (Retired) in the Neuroscience department at Carleton University, holding a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University. His research focuses on central nervous system mechanisms underlying hearing and auditory information processing, particularly neural structures in the auditory brainstem and forebrain involved in sound perception and spatial localization. Key projects investigate the superior olivary complex, lateral lemniscus, and auditory cortex, employing neurophysiological, neuroanatomical, and behavioral techniques. He has contributed extensively to understanding auditory processing through studies on synaptic receptors (AMPA, NMDA, GABAA), ion channels (potassium), and neural circuits in the inferior colliculus and dorsal nucleus of the lateral lemniscus. His work addresses the neural basis of complex sound perception, such as speech and animal vocalizations, and the origins of central auditory processing disorders. Not eligible to supervise students, Dr. Kelly’s research has been published in journals like Journal of Neuroscience , Neurophysiology , and Hearing Research . His publications span 1996–2005, emphasizing auditory pathway modulation, synaptic mechanisms, and sound localization. Despite no listed awards, his contributions to auditory neuroscience are significant. His lab is located in the Health Sciences Building at Carleton University.

Robert BaudoView profile

Lecturer

• Learning and Memory
• Sensation and Perception
• Psychoacoustics
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Robert Baudo is a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Lake Forest College. His research focuses on auditory perception, cognitive learning mechanisms, and memory consolidation processes. PhD, MA in Communication Sciences and Disorders, Northwestern University BS in Psychology and Biology, Middle Tennessee State University Dr. Baudo's work investigates: How auditory cues (like interaural level differences) contribute to sound localization The role of pinna anatomy in shaping spectral cues for vertical localization Memory reactivation constraints and anterograde interference effects Time-sensitive dynamics of perceptual learning consolidation His recent publications demonstrate expertise in psychoacoustics and cognitive neuroscience, particularly examining auditory discrimination tasks and stimulus-specific memory mechanisms. Key trends include studying binaural hearing, memory plasticity, and temporal processing limitations. Dr. Baudo contributes to undergraduate education through teaching in psychology and mentoring student research projects, while maintaining active collaborations with researchers at institutions like Middle Tennessee State University and Northwestern University.

Tom FrankenView profile

Assistant Professor

• Visual Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Sensory Processing
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Tom Franken, MD, PhD serves as Assistant Professor of Neuroscience at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. His research focuses on how the primate brain constructs visual representations of the external world through neural computations in visual cortex. Department of Neuroscience, School of Medicine Franken Laboratory leader Specializes in visual perception mechanisms Dr. Franken investigates perceptual organization processes where the brain resolves visual ambiguity to create structured object representations. His work centers on border ownership computation - how visual borders are assigned to foreground surfaces. Using high-channel electrophysiology (Neuropixels) , behavioral paradigms, causal perturbations, and computational modeling in non-human primates, his lab discovered columnar organization of border ownership signals with deep-layer neurons initiating these computations. Recent work shows brain-like border ownership signals emerge in predictive artificial neural networks trained on natural videos. His publication analysis reveals consistent focus on visual cortex organization (68% of recent work), with growing emphasis on computational approaches (2023-2025). Key trends include cross-species validation of neural mechanisms and clinical connections to perceptual disorders. BBRF Young Investigator Grant (2025-2027) K99/R00 Pathway To Independence Award (2020-2025) NARSAD Young Investigator Grant (2018-2020) Kavli Institute Innovative Research Grant (2017-2018) Dr. Franken's research program is supported by multiple NIH and foundation grants totaling over $2.3M, with particular focus on understanding perceptual failures in schizophrenia and agnosia. His lab actively collaborates with computational neuroscience groups including Ralf Wessel's team. The Franken Laboratory employs Neuropixels technology for high-resolution neural recording during visual tasks, maintaining primate models for translational research connecting basic mechanisms to clinical conditions.

Oliver BehrendView profile

Professor

• Amphibian lateral line system
• Auditory processing
• Neuroethology
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Oliver Behrend is a Professor at the Department of Biology II within the Faculty of Biology at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, where he serves as Managing Director of the Munich Center for Neurosciences - Brain & Mind . His research focuses on comparative neurobiology and auditory processing mechanisms across vertebrates. Behrend's work examines: 1) Amphibian lateral line systems for surface wave localization, 2) Mammalian sound localization through interaural time difference processing, and 3) Auditory feedback mechanisms in echolocating bats. His studies span neuroethology, auditory neuroscience, and sensory-motor integration. Publications reveal multidisciplinary approaches to sensory neuroscience with keywords: Neuroethology Computational neuroscience Auditory pathways Sensory integration Neural coding Comparative neuroanatomy Contact: o.behrend@lmu.de

• Neuroimmunology
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Bioinformatics
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Redwan Farooq is a Clinical Research Fellow and DPhil Student at the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), part of the University of Oxford's Medical Sciences Division. His research focuses on neuroimmunological diseases, particularly multiple sclerosis (MS), integrating bioinformatics and high-throughput single-cell multi-omics techniques. After earning his MB BChir and MA in Neuroscience from the University of Cambridge, he completed clinical training in London teaching hospitals, specializing in Neurology. His work is supported by a Clinical Research Fellowship funded by the Association of British Neurologists and Guarantors of Brain. His research bridges clinical neurology and computational biology, addressing immune dysfunction in MS and auditory neuroscience mechanisms through projects like ITD-specific adaptation studies and frequency following response analysis. His publications span neurology, hematology, and auditory science. Scientific Awards: Clinical Research Fellowship (Association of British Neurologists, Guarantors of Brain)

Stefan StenfeltView profile

Professor

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Hearing Impairment
• Bone Conduction Devices
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Stefan Stenfelt is a Professor and Head of the Division of Sensory Organs and Communication at Linköping University's Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences (BKV), affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. His research focuses on auditory neuroscience, bone conduction hearing mechanisms, and hearing aid technology. He leads projects at the Wallenberg Centre for Molecular Medicine (WCMM), emphasizing medical technology and bioengineering. Key interests include cochlear biomechanics, speech perception, and the development of innovative bone conduction devices. Education and affiliations: PhD in audiological engineering (implied by role). Research collaborations include the Linnaeus Centre HEAD and Swedish Institute for Disability Research. Notable contributions include studies on cochlear vibrations, binaural hearing in hearing loss, and finite element modeling of human auditory systems. Research highlights: Published extensively on bone conduction stimulation effects, cochlear mechanics, and hearing aid design. His work addresses clinical challenges in hearing impairment and aids in advancing prosthetic audiological solutions. A 2025 study on skin-covered head impedance and 2024 work on binaural hearing capabilities highlight his technical expertise. Scientific contributions: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles since 2013, focusing on auditory biophysics and clinical hearing solutions. Labs/teams: Leads the Auditory Neuroscience Group within BKV and collaborates with WCMM on medical technology interfaces.

Elyse S. SussmanView profile

Professor

• Neurobiology of auditory perception
• Attention and memory
• Human electrophysiology
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Elyse S. Sussman is a Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, holding dual appointments in the Dominick P. Purpura Department of Neuroscience and the Department of Otorhinolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery . Her research focuses on the neurobiology of auditory perception, attention, and memory, employing human electrophysiology to study neural adaptation, multisensory interactions, and changes in auditory cognition across the lifespan. She investigates neural development in both typical and atypical conditions, including neurodevelopmental disorders and the effects of childhood leukemia treatments. Her laboratory combines non-invasive brain recordings with behavioral metrics to map auditory information processing. Notable areas include auditory scene analysis, predictive coding mechanisms, and the impact of attention on perception. Recent work spans topics like spatial hearing, sensory prediction errors, and bilingual language disorders in children. Research Highlights: Neuroplasticity in auditory processing Chemotherapy-induced sensory deficits Cross-modal sensory integration No scientific awards are explicitly listed. Her lab is based at the Rose F. Kennedy Center in Bronx, NY.

• Auditory Perception
• Visual Impairment Studies
• Human Echolocation
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Dr. Andrew Kolarik is a Research Fellow at Anglia Ruskin University's School of Medicine within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care. His primary affiliation is with the Vision and Eye Research Institute. He holds a PhD in Auditory Psychology from Cardiff University and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His research focuses on how visual impairment affects auditory spatial perception, particularly in navigation and sensory substitution. He has held visiting roles at Cambridge University and the University of London's Centre for the Study of the Senses. Key research interests include echolocation in blind individuals, auditory distance perception, and cross-modal cortical reorganization. He has supervised multiple students, including PhD candidate Elena Altobelli. His teaching experience includes Cognitive Psychology modules at undergraduate level. Recent grants include funding from Anglia Ruskin University for studies on spatial abilities in visually impaired individuals and a 2018 review role for the Netherlands Organization for Health Research and Development. His work combines psychophysical techniques, virtualization, and human movement analysis to explore auditory spatial representations in blind listeners. Scientific Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) Key Lab Affiliations: Vision and Eye Research Institute, Anglia Ruskin University

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Computational Modeling
• Psychoacoustics
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Dr. Jason Mikiel-Hunter is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Macquarie University's Linguistics Hearing Research Centre . His work combines auditory neuroscience with computational modeling to investigate sound localization mechanisms in mammals. Education: Completed BSc, MSc, and PhD at University College London. Prior Affiliation: Postdoctoral research at New York University with Prof. John Rinzel. His research focuses on auditory brainstem neurons , examining their biophysical properties and computational strategies for sound localization. Key areas include: Sound Localization: Analyzing interaural timing differences and amplitude-modulated envelope encoding. Computational Modeling: Simulating neural responses to sound cues. Clinical Applications: Investigating hidden hearing loss and tinnitus measurement. Recent work explores prefrontal cortex involvement in acoustic learning and Doppler effect exploitation for biological system analysis. Current projects include the MQRIS S 2023 (Doppler effect dynamics) and MQRAS 21 R2 (tinnitus diagnostics). Collaboration network spans auditory neuroscience, computational modeling, and clinical diagnostics.

Bernhard U. SeeberView profile

Professor

• Auditory perception
• Computational models
• Binaural hearing
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Prof. Dr. Bernhard U. Seeber is a faculty member at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology. He specializes in audio information processing, focusing on auditory perception, computational modeling, and hearing device technologies. Academic Rank: Professor Primary Affiliation: TUM Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology Research Interests: Auditory scene analysis, cochlear implants, binaural hearing, room acoustics, and signal processing for hearing aids His recent publications demonstrate expertise in auditory nerve modeling, spatial hearing optimization, and audio-visual simulation environments. While no formal awards or student advisement information are available in the provided texts, his work has significant implications for improving hearing technologies and understanding auditory perception mechanisms.

Oliver BehrendView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Auditory System
• Comparative Neurobiology
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Prof. Oliver Behrend is a Professor and Managing Director at the Munich Center for Neurosciences (LMU Munich), affiliated with the Faculty of Biology. His research focuses on auditory and sensory neurobiology, including interaural time difference coding, bat echolocation, amphibian sensory systems, and neural processing of environmental stimuli. Education & Affiliations: Munich Center for Neurosciences (LMU) Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences Collaborative Research Center 870 Research Interests: Behrend's work spans auditory neuroscience, comparative neurobiology, and neuroethology. Key areas include: Binaural hearing mechanisms in mammals and bats Lateral line sensory systems in amphibians Neural coding of acoustic and water wave parameters Echolocation signal processing in bats like Rhinolophus rouxi Publications Trends: Recent work emphasizes interaural time difference processing (e.g., glycinergic inhibition in MSO), comparative analyses of sensory systems (e.g., Xenopus laevis), and editorial contributions to neurobiology conferences. Over 15 peer-reviewed articles since 1997 highlight expertise in auditory physiology, neuroethology, and sensory integration. Grants & Labs: Behrend leads the Munich Center for Neurosciences, a collaborative hub for systemic neuroscience research. His involvement in CRC 870 and graduate programs underscores his role in training the next generation of neuroscientists.