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Anne-Lise JouenView profile

Associate Professor

• Neuroscience
• Language
• Speech
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Anne-Lise Jouen is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Sports Sciences, University of Burgundy, where she is affiliated with the INSERM U1093 Laboratory. She has held prestigious research positions at institutions including the University of Geneva, University of Tokyo, and Sorbonne University. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Neuroscience (2013) from Stem cell and Brain Research Institute, Claude Bernard University – Lyon I Master 2 in Engineering of Cognition, Creation and Learning (2009) from Grenoble INP Master 2 in Neuropsychology (2009) from Université Pierre Mendès France Master 1 in Cognitive Sciences (2008) from Université Lumière Lyon II Licence in Psychology and Cognitive Sciences (2007) from Université Lumière Lyon II DIU in Gerontechnology (2010) from Joseph Fourier University and others Dr. Jouen's research focuses on the intersection of neuroscience, language processing, and technology. She investigates how the brain processes language and spatial information through embodied cognition frameworks, employing neuroimaging techniques like fMRI, EEG, and fNIRS. Her recent work explores human-robot interaction for language learning and autism intervention, demonstrating through EEG monitoring that social robots increase functional connectivity in children's brains during language acquisition. Her publication record shows consistent research impact across multiple domains including semantic processing, speech production, and autism interventions. Notable projects include the GOLIAH platform for home-based autism intervention and research on telepresence robotics' impact on spatial cognition. Her scientific recognition includes the JSPS fellowship award for her post-doctoral research at the University of Tokyo. Dr. Jouen's current research trajectory includes: 2022-2023: Post-doctorate studying telepresence robotics and virtual reality effects on spatial representations at CAPS Laboratory 2017-2020: Speech production research using EEG (SNF Sinergia Project MoSpeeDi) at University of Geneva 2015-2017: Language learning via human-robot interactions at University of Tokyo 2013-2015: Autism social skills evaluation via ICT at Sorbonne University

Jiangyu ZhengView profile

Professor

• Computer Vision
• Artificial Intelligence
• Autonomous Driving
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Jiangyu Zheng is a Professor of Computer Science at Purdue University, affiliated with both West Lafayette and Indianapolis campuses. He holds dual roles within the Department of Computer Science and the College of Science. His career includes tenure at ATR Communication Systems Research Laboratory (1990–1993) and Kyushu Institute of Technology (1993–2001) as an associate professor, before joining Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) in 2001, where he advanced to full professorship. He earned a PhD in Control Engineering from Osaka University (1990) and a BS in Computer Science from Fudan University (1983). Dr. Zheng’s research focuses on computer vision, AI, autonomous driving, multimedia, virtual reality, and robotics. His pioneering work includes the world’s first digital panoramic image and motion-based human tracking systems. He has received notable awards such as the 1991 Best Paper Award (IPSJ) and 2000 Excellent Paper Award (Japan Society of Art & Science). His publications emphasize vehicle interaction analysis, semantic segmentation for autonomous systems, and hazard detection using deep learning. Key projects include developing motion profile-based collision alarming systems and weather/illumination-adaptive road profiling. He is a senior IEEE member and maintains active research labs focusing on AI-driven traffic systems and immersive technologies.

• Cognitive Science
• Linguistics
• Cultural Psychology
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Asifa Majid is a Professor of Cognitive Science and Fellow of St Hugh's College at the University of Oxford. Her research focuses on how language, culture, and experience shape human cognition, with special attention to olfaction, perception, and cross-cultural differences. She leads studies investigating the interplay between linguistic diversity, sensory experience, and conceptualization, employing field experiments, linguistic analyses, and ethnographic methods. Key research areas include odor categorization, color perception, and the role of language in structuring thought. Her work challenges universality assumptions by revealing culturally specific cognitive patterns. She is affiliated with the Culture, Language & Cognition research group at Oxford. Recent publications emphasize global scientific collaboration, sensory diversity, and the impact of visual/olfactory environments on cognition. Her studies highlight how different cultural contexts influence semantic frameworks, with implications for theories of mind, language evolution, and cognitive universals. Notably, her lab explores the under-researched senses of smell and touch, advocating for inclusive, cross-cultural methodologies in cognitive science. While no formal advisees are listed, her mentorship is evident through collaborative projects and interdisciplinary teams advancing sensory and linguistic research. Labs/Teams: Majid heads a research group at the University of Oxford focused on language and sensory perception, integrating linguistic, psychological, and anthropological approaches to study cognition across cultures.

• Artificial Intelligence
• Image Processing
• Computer Vision
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Stamatia Giannarou is an Associate Professor in Surgical Cancer Technology and Imaging at the Department of Surgery & Cancer, Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London. She is affiliated with the Hamlyn Centre for Robotic Surgery, CRUK Convergence Science Centre, and other institutes. Her research focuses on artificial intelligence, image processing, computer vision, and surgical robotics. Giannarou holds a Royal Society University Research Fellowship and has contributed to advancements in intraoperative imaging, surgical instrument tracking, and machine learning applications in healthcare. Education: MEng in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Democritus University of Thrace, Greece, 2003) MSc in Communications and Signal Processing (Imperial College London, 2004) PhD in Object Recognition (Imperial College London, 2008) Research Interests: Her work bridges AI and surgical technology, including visual recognition in surgery, robotic navigation, and real-time tissue characterization. Key themes include: Autonomous robotic ultrasound systems for neurosurgery Deep learning for tumor segmentation and image analysis LiDAR and hyperspectral imaging for intraoperative guidance Markerless surgical tool tracking and pose estimation Awards: Royal Society University Research Fellow Grants & Labs: Leads projects on AI-driven surgical data science and collaborates on initiatives like the SurgRIPE challenge for robotic instrument pose estimation. Active in the Hamlyn Centre’s multidisciplinary research teams. Future Work: Expanding real-time surgical imaging modalities and ethical AI integration in surgical training systems.

• Metaphysics
• Metaontology
• Philosophy of Fiction
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Dr. Tatjana von Solodkoff is an Assistant Professor in the School of Philosophy at University College Dublin (UCD), Ireland. She holds a PhD from the University of Sheffield and has held academic positions at Humboldt University of Berlin (2012–2016) and the University of Barcelona (2011–2012). Her research focuses on metaphysics, metaontology, philosophy of fiction, death studies, and the philosophy of perfumes. She has received notable fellowships including the Juan de la Cierva Postdoctoral Fellowship and the Jacobsen Fellowship for Speculative Metaphysics. Dr. von Solodkoff’s work explores foundational questions about fictional entities, ontological commitment, and semantic structures. She has published widely on topics like fictional character semantics, paraphrase strategies in metaphysics, and euthanasia ethics. Her recent book Thinking about Stories (2023) offers an introduction to philosophy of fiction. She coordinates advanced modules such as Philosophy of Fiction , Metaphysics , and Logic at UCD. Grants: Mind Association Conference Grant (2019), Society for Applied Philosophy Grant (2019), Emmy Noether Research Group funding (2013–2018). Teaching: Courses include Buddhist Philosophy, Matters of Life and Death, and Eastern Philosophy. Advising: Supervises PhD and MLitt theses in philosophy.

Nick ReidView profile

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Linguistics
• Australian Aboriginal Languages Documentation
• Morphological and Syntactic Typology
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Adjunct Associate Professor Nick Reid is an emeritus academic at the University of New England (UNE), specializing in Australian Aboriginal linguistics and language revitalization. He retired in 2019 but continues research on Daly River languages (NT), including Ngan'gikurunggurr and Ngan'giwumirri. His work bridges descriptive linguistics, ethnomusicology, and environmental science, notably linking Indigenous oral traditions to sea-level chronologies. A pioneer of online education, he co-developed UNE's Master of Applied Linguistics and created multimedia resources like the Phonetics: An Interactive Introduction CD-ROM. Reid holds a BA (Hons) and PhD from ANU, with research interests spanning morphosyntax, nominal classification systems, and Indigenous language maintenance. He collaborates with institutions like the Northern Institute (CDU) and the University of Melbourne on projects blending linguistics with environmental science. Awards include the Carrick Citation (2006) for student learning innovations and UNE's Vice-Chancellor's Award (2000) for teaching excellence. His publications emphasize language documentation, including grammars and curriculum resources for Aboriginal communities. Recent work focuses on collaborative projects with the Ngan’gi Schools Network and coastal inundation studies with Patrick Nunn. He has supervised numerous higher-degree students and remains active in eResearch initiatives, such as digitizing the Ngan’gi language collection.

Jean VroomenView profile

Professor

• Multisensory Perception
• Audiovisual Speech Perception
• Auditory Processing
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Prof. Jean Vroomen is a Full Professor in Cognitive Neuropsychology at Tilburg University, Netherlands. His research focuses on multisensory perception, audiovisual speech processing, and clinical populations like autism and schizophrenia. He holds a PhD from Tilburg University (1992) and has authored over 160 peer-reviewed publications. His work spans neuroimaging, behavioral studies, and computational modeling. Key appointments include Head of the Department of Cognitive Neuropsychology (2013-2022) and Director of the Bachelor Psychology program (2006-2012). He has supervised 14 PhD students and serves on editorial boards of journals like Frontiers in Human Neuroscience . Awards include NWO Vidi Grant (2002-2007) and KNAW fellowship (1992-1997). Research interests include: multisensory integration, predictive coding, speech adaptation, and developmental disorders. Recent studies explore neural mechanisms of trust perception and maternal-infant interactions using EEG hyperscanning. Grants include leadership in the NWO-Gravity 'Language in Interaction' program (€27.6M). His lab investigates auditory processing deficits in autism and schizophrenia, with a focus on electrophysiological markers.

Sergei ArtemovView profile

Professor

• Mathematical Logic
• Proof Theory
• Epistemic Logic
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Sergei Artemov is a Distinguished Professor at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York (CUNY), holding appointments in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Philosophy. A leading authority in mathematical logic and theoretical computer science, he is renowned for pioneering the logic of proofs and justification logic , providing evidence-based foundations for epistemic reasoning and solving Gödel's 1930s provability problem. Mentored by Andrei Kolmogorov at Moscow University Founded the Research Laboratory for Logic and Computation Currently researches epistemology, game theory, and hybrid control systems His work spans proof theory , modal logic , and knowledge representation , with over 150 publications. Recent publications focus on epistemic frameworks , justification awareness , and logical omniscience challenges. He has supervised 24 Ph.D. students and served as managing editor of Annals of Pure and Applied Logic . Scientific Awards include the President of Russia Outstanding Scientist Award , multiple best paper awards, and invitations to prestigious lectures such as the Spinoza Lecture and Clifford Lectures . At CUNY, he established the Research Laboratory for Logic and Computation , the Computer Science Colloquium , and the New York Logic Colloquium .

Brett ShermanView profile

Associate Professor

• Philosophy of Language
• Epistemology
• Modality
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Brett Sherman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of South Carolina within the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. He has previously taught at the University of Rochester and Brandeis University, with a focus on philosophy of language and epistemology . Education: Ph.D. from Princeton University (2008), A.B. from Harvard University (2000) His research explores the intersections of modality , contextual meaning , and knowledge-trust relationships . Key contributions include: Context Constructivism – arguing that conversational participants construct the context for indexical content Epistemic Necessity – analyzing open questions and their connection to settled knowledge Trust-Based Epistemology – positing knowledge as dependent on epistemic trust Notable publications span epistemic modals , contextual semantics , and metaphysical foundations of meaning , with collaborative works like Metasemantics (2014) and Being of Two Minds (2021). His current project Openness and Possibility further develops modal logic as candidate answers to open questions.

Melanie SpenceView profile

Professor

• Infant Perception
• Face Perception
• Infant-Directed Speech
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Melanie Spence is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS) at The University of Texas at Dallas. She serves as Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education and Director of the BBS Honors Program, contributing to academic leadership and student research initiatives. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. and M.A. in Experimental Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, a B.A. in Psychology from Emory University, and an additional Psychology degree from Converse College. Infant Perception: Focuses on how infants process communicative cues in faces and voices. Face Perception: Examines scanning patterns and emotional expression recognition. Speech Processing: Studies categorization of infant-directed speech and its affective messages. Recent publications highlight her work on infant learning, auditory-visual integration, and emotional cue recognition. Awards include Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science and the Callier Scholar Award . She collaborates with institutions like the Callier Center for Communication Disorders and Center for Children and Families , and has mentored students through programs such as the Duane and Linda Buhrmester Research Award . Funding from the Timberlawn Psychiatric Foundation and Meadows Foundation supports her research.

Alan BakerView profile

Professor

• Philosophy of Mathematics
• Philosophy of Science
• Metaphysics
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Alan Baker is a Professor of Philosophy at Swarthmore College, with affiliations in Philosophy and Cognitive Science. He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton University and has held positions globally, including at the University of Cambridge and Kyoto University. His research focuses on the intersection of philosophy of mathematics and science, particularly mathematical explanation and the enhanced indispensability argument. He has explored case studies like periodical cicadas' life cycles to argue for mathematical platonism. His work also addresses scientific methodology, complexity science, and the role of simplicity in theory choice. He has received a New Directions Fellowship from the Mellon Foundation. Baker teaches logic, philosophy of science, and philosophy of mind. Beyond academia, he is a U.S. Shogi champion and team captain, and has resided at the Whitehall Museum House to promote philosophy. Research interests include the metaphysics of mathematics, mathematical explanation in science, and the methodological use of experimentation in mathematics. Key contributions include co-authoring Indispensability (2023) and analyzing the explanatory role of prime numbers in cicada life cycles. His Mellon-funded work in 2008–09 investigated complexity science's conceptual foundations, focusing on emergence and network approaches. He critiques traditional views on a priori/a posteriori knowledge, as seen in his lecture Experimental Mathematics, Armchair Physics . Awards include the Mellon Fellowship, and his outreach spans international academic collaborations and public philosophy initiatives. He has advised no formal students listed here but has influenced through teaching and interdisciplinary projects. His work bridges philosophy with scientific practice, emphasizing the indispensability of mathematics to scientific understanding.

Anh NguyenView profile

Associate Professor

• Deep Learning
• Computer Vision
• Generative Modeling
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Anh Nguyen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Auburn University, affiliated with the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. His work focuses on deep learning, computer vision, and explainable AI. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wyoming and a B.S. from Assumption University. Research highlights include developing methods to improve AI robustness, analyzing biases in large language models, and creating tools for visual correspondence in image processing. He leads the Center for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Engineering and directs Auburn's first K-6 AI education program through his AI Club after-school initiative. Recipient of a $460,736 NSF CAREER Award for AI innovation Developed the AI@AU lecture series and multiple benchmark datasets (e.g., ImageNet-Hard) Collaborates with industry partners on real-world AI applications Recent projects explore multimodal model limitations (Zerobench), medical imaging (LiteGPT for chest X-rays), and interactive AI systems that incorporate human feedback. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations in healthcare, wildlife monitoring, and education.

David M. SidhuView profile

Assistant Professor

• Language Processing
• Sound Symbolism
• Iconicity
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Dr. David M. Sidhu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Calgary and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at University College London, funded by SSHRC. His research focuses on multimodal language processing, sound symbolism, and embodied cognition, exploring how language sounds connect to sensory and conceptual meanings. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Calgary Postdoctoral Research, University College London (SSHRC-funded) Research Interests: Sound symbolism and iconicity in language Cross-modal associations (e.g., shape-sound mappings) Embodied cognition and conceptual metaphor theory Name symbolism and social perception Language evolution and lexical development Funded by NSERC and SSHRC, his CLaSSI Lab investigates topics like the bouba/kiki effect, vowel symbolism in size perception, and the cognitive mechanisms behind name stereotypes. Recent work includes studies on temporal semantics and affective sound congruence. Lab & Collaborations: Director of the CLaSSI Lab, collaborating with institutions internationally. Research emphasizes experimental methods and large-scale language analyses.

Liting ZhouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Multimedia Retrieval
• Natural Language Processing
• Peer Learning
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Dr. Liting Zhou is an Assistant Professor at Dublin City University's School of Computing, specializing in multimedia retrieval and information systems. She completed her PhD in Computer Science at DCU under Dr. Cathal Gurrin's supervision, focusing on multimedia analysis. Her research develops algorithms for video understanding, multimodal learning, and lifelog retrieval applied to education, healthcare, and personal informatics domains. Key research areas include: Cross-modal video-text matching and retrieval Lifelog question answering systems Multimodal fusion techniques User-friendly retrieval interfaces She serves as reviewer for top conferences/journals and has chaired sessions at MMM (2023-2024) and ECIR (2023).

Natalia DolgovaView profile

Academic

• Cognitive Linguistics
• Corpus Linguistics
• Task-Based Language Teaching
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Natalia Dolgova is a full-time Teaching Associate Professor of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at George Washington University (GWU), where she has been active since 2013. She holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics from Georgetown University and an MA in English Linguistics from George Mason University. Her research focuses on integrating cognitive and corpus linguistics into second language instruction, particularly for advanced learners. She coordinates the EAP 6111 course and contributed to developing GWU's Applied English Studies Program (AES@GW). Education: PhD in Applied Linguistics, Georgetown University MA in English Linguistics, George Mason University Research interests emphasize pedagogical applications of usage-based theories, including task-based language teaching and corpus analysis for EAP contexts. She has published extensively on topics like placement assessment design, error correction strategies, and cognitive frameworks for teaching conditionals and contrastive devices. Her work involves collaborations with institutions such as the Center for Applied Linguistics and the American Institutes for Research. She has presented at conferences like TESOL and AAAL, focusing on EAP course design for STEM disciplines and online teaching methodologies.