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Christian H. LemonView profile

Associate Professor

• Neuroscience
• Thermosensation
• Taste
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Christian H. Lemon is an Associate Professor at the University of Oklahoma's School of Biological Sciences. His research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying thermosensation and taste, particularly how these senses guide animal and human behavior. He investigates the integration of sensory signals in brain regions like the parabrachial nucleus, emphasizing multisensory processing and its role in homeostasis and protective behaviors. Dr. Lemon's work employs multidisciplinary approaches, including systems neurophysiology, genetic tools for neuronal manipulation, computational modeling, and custom experimental hardware. His lab receives funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and explores topics such as TRP channel-mediated temperature sensing, taste-neurosomatosensory convergence, and the neural coding of valence (pleasure/aversion). Recent studies highlight interactions between bitter taste and pain pathways, the role of TRPM8/TRPV1 in thermal perception, and the functional organization of brain circuits processing multisensory inputs. These findings contribute to understanding health-related issues like pain signaling and food acceptance.

• Neuroscience
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Schizophrenia
• +6 more

John J. Foxe, Ph.D. holds multiple academic appointments at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (SMD), including Professor in the Departments of Neuroscience, Neurology, and Psychiatry. He serves as Chair of the Department of Neuroscience and Research Director of the Ernest J. Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience. His research focuses on neurophysiological mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders, particularly autism and schizophrenia, with emphasis on sensory processing, multisensory integration, and developmental neurobiology. He employs advanced methodologies like neuroimaging, electrophysiology, and virtual reality to study neural bases of perception and cognition. Key contributions include identifying biomarkers for neuropsychiatric conditions and investigating neural unreliability in disorders like Rett Syndrome. Dr. Foxe leads large-scale collaborative projects, including the NIH-funded RECOVER initiative studying post-COVID-19 impacts in youth. His lab has secured significant NIH/NSF funding and produced over 160 publications. He previously directed research programs at Einstein College of Medicine and CUNY, emphasizing translational research to bridge basic science and clinical applications. Education: PhD & MS from Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1999/1996), BS from Iona College (1989) Research Focus: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Schizophrenia, Sensory Processing, Multisensory Integration, Neurodevelopmental Disorders His work integrates EEG, fMRI, and behavioral studies to explore how sensory deficits contribute to neuropsychiatric symptoms. Recent studies examine temporal processing in autism, neural correlates of multisensory speech perception, and cognitive effects of Long COVID in adolescents. Dr. Foxe is also active in promoting diversity in neuroscience through initiatives like the ALBA network and Black In Neuro movement.

• Phonological Development
• Child Bilingualism
• Infant Speech Perception
• +7 more

Marilyn Vihman is Professor of Linguistics at the Department of Language and Linguistic Science, University of York, a position she has held since 2007. She previously served as Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Wales, Bangor (1996–2006) and Associate Professor at Southeastern Louisiana University (1993–1995). She directed the Child Phonology Project at Stanford University from 1980 to 1989. Her academic journey began with a BA in Russian from Bryn Mawr College (1961) and a PhD in Linguistics from the University of California, Berkeley (1971). BA in Russian, Bryn Mawr College (1961) PhD in Linguistics, University of California, Berkeley (1971) Her research centers on phonological development in early childhood, with a focus on the emergence and fading of phonological templates in the first two years of life. She investigates the interaction between perception and production, using methods such as acoustic analysis, head-turn paradigms, and eye-tracking. Her work spans multiple languages, including English, Welsh, Finnish, French, Japanese, Arabic, and Estonian, with a strong cross-linguistic emphasis. She is also renowned for her studies on child bilingualism, particularly in Estonian-English contexts, and has conducted extensive research on late talkers. The recent articles highlight a consistent trajectory in her research: the role of sleep in infant memory and word learning, cross-linguistic phonological patterns, the psychological reality of phonological templates, and the influence of input structure on early lexical development. Her work integrates cognitive, linguistic, and developmental perspectives, often employing experimental and longitudinal methodologies. She has received significant funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and the British Academy for projects on infant word learning, template use, and segmentation. Her collaborative network includes researchers from Paris, Virginia, Newcastle, and Stockholm. Marilyn Vihman supervises PhD students and leads the Babylab at York, which focuses on infant language development. She has also co-led projects on the acquisition of Eegimaa, an Atlantic language, exploring noun class morphology and agreement.

• Distance-Dependency of Mental Representation
• Mechanisms of Stimulus Discrimination
• Multisensory Integration of Temporal Information
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Dr. Karin M. Bausenhart is a researcher in the Cognition and Perception research group within the Department of Psychology at the Faculty of Science, University of Tübingen. She has been working as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant since 2011 and currently serves as Project Coordinator for the DFG Research Unit "Modal and Amodal Cognition" (FOR 2718) since 2020. Dr. Bausenhart received her PhD in Psychology from the University of Tübingen in 2009, following her Masters degree (Diplom) in Psychology from the same institution in 1999. Her research focuses on several key areas in cognitive psychology and time perception. She investigates how distance affects mental representations, examining whether we think differently about events in the present versus those in the future or distant locations. She also studies mechanisms of stimulus discrimination, particularly how the order of stimuli presentation affects our ability to compare them, with a focus on the concept of a dynamically updated internal reference. Another major area of her work explores how temporal information from different sensory modalities is processed and combined to form a coherent perception of time, despite the absence of a dedicated sensory system for time processing. Additionally, she researches temporal preparation - how warning signals can improve reaction times - and dual-task processing limitations. Dr. Bausenhart's publication record reveals a consistent focus on time perception, multisensory integration, and cognitive mechanisms. Her work often employs experimental psychology methods to investigate fundamental questions about how humans process temporal information across different contexts and sensory modalities. A significant portion of her research examines order effects in stimulus discrimination, suggesting these effects may stem from an internal reference that dynamically updates during experimental tasks. Her recent work has expanded into examining how mental representation varies with psychological distance, connecting temporal cognition with broader cognitive frameworks. Third price at the dissertation contest of the German Psychological Society (DGPS), section Cognitive Psychology (2011) Dissertation Award of the Faculty of Science, University of Tübingen (2010) Dr. Bausenhart has secured multiple research grants from the German Research Foundation (DFG), demonstrating the significance of her work in the field. Her projects have investigated mechanisms of stimulus discrimination, temporal ventriloquism effects, and interferences in stimulus classification. These grants have supported her research from 2010 through 2020, indicating sustained recognition of her scientific contributions. As part of the Cognition and Perception research group, Dr. Bausenhart collaborates with colleagues studying modal and amodal cognition. Her current role as Project Coordinator for the DFG Research Unit "Modal and Amodal Cognition" places her at the center of a significant interdisciplinary effort examining how cognitive processes function both within specific sensory modalities and across modalities.

• Computational Neuroscience
• Bayesian Inference
• Perception
• +12 more

Ulrik Beierholm is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Durham University, with affiliations in the Biophysical Sciences Institute and the Durham Research Methods Centre. He previously held positions at the University of Birmingham’s Centre for Computational Neuroscience and Cognitive Robotics. His research lies at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and machine learning. His research focuses on how the human brain processes uncertainty in perception, decision-making, and learning. He employs Bayesian inference and reinforcement learning models to understand human behavior, validated through psychophysics , fMRI , and pharmacological methods. Key areas include multisensory integration , causal inference , perceptual clustering , and behavioral vigor . His work often explores developmental and aging effects on perception. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in modeling multisensory perception under uncertainty, with increasing focus on open-source tools (e.g., BCI Toolbox) and educational outreach (e.g., Neuromatch Academy). Themes include reliability-weighted cue integration, dopamine’s role in motivation, and developmental changes in perceptual strategies. Facebook Faculty Award - Virtual Reality (2016) Leverhulme Trust Grant (£250k) for 'Learning to perceive and act under uncertainty' (2017) Tubingen-Durham Joint Seedcorn Fund for 'The effects of mood on effort allocation during uncertainty' (2019) Dr. Beierholm has supervised PhD students and research assistants such as Nathanael Larigaldie, Denise Foresteire, and Laura Bird. He has secured competitive grants from the Leverhulme Trust and joint university funds, supporting projects on uncertainty, effort allocation, and multisensory perception. His collaborative network spans institutions in the UK, Germany, and the US. He co-organizes research workshops including the Probabilistic Brain Workshop and Computational Models of Social Interaction , and is involved in the Biophysical Sciences Institute Executive Board . His lab conducts behavioral experiments on multisensory integration, equipped with a soundproof room, projector, and 17-speaker array.

Anna KosovichevaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Visual Perception
• Spatial Vision
• Eye Movements
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Dr. Anna Kosovicheva is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), where she co-directs the Applied Perception and Psychophysics Laboratory (APPLY Lab) with Dr. Benjamin Wolfe. Her research integrates vision science with real-world applications, focusing on spatial vision, binocular vision, and eye movement dynamics. PhD in Psychology, University of California, Berkeley (2015) Postdoctoral Researcher, Northeastern University (2015-2020) Dr. Kosovicheva investigates how individual differences in fundamental visual processes impact real-world perception, including driving safety, digital text readability, and visual impairments like amblyopia and strabismus. Her work employs psychophysical methods, eye tracking, and naturalistic scene analysis to develop novel diagnostic tools and improve human-computer interaction. Recent publications explore the low-prevalence effect in road hazard detection, variable font readability, and peripheral binocular imbalances in amblyopia. Collaborations with Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at UofT demonstrate her interdisciplinary approach. Dr. Kosovicheva has secured multiple research grants, including an NSERC Discovery Grant and sponsored projects with Adobe, focusing on optimizing digital interfaces and understanding visual search efficiency. NEI F32 Postdoctoral Fellowship She supervises graduate students and teaches courses in perception, sensation, and visual cognition. The APPLY Lab team includes postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and research assistants working on translational vision science applications.

Adrian Førde AnderssonView profile

Researcher

• Multimodal Analysis
• Digital Cultural Communication
• Music Video Aesthetics
• +5 more

Adrian Førde Andersson is a Project Manager at the Faculty of Fine Arts, University of Agder, with a focus on talent development and digital cultural communication. He works at Fluks - Center for Young Art and Culture, managing the Trafo.no online community for young artists, and serves as an Advisor at SFU CreaTeME, a center for creative technologies in music education. Since 2011, he has held administrative roles in the Faculty of Arts and Fine Arts, leading externally funded projects in cross-artistic collaborations and digital dissemination. Educational Background: Master in Media Studies, Visual Communication (2007), NTNU Bachelor in Humanities - Art, Media and Communication (2005), Roehampton University/NTNU His research interests span multimodality , digital media aesthetics , media influence , and cross-disciplinary collaborations , with a focus on youth engagement and creative technologies. He has contributed to textbooks on topics like media's role in youth development and digital cultural communication . His publications since 2007 explore multimodal perception , online communities , and media aesthetics , emphasizing the materiality of digital platforms and web-based storytelling techniques . He has also worked on Erasmus+ projects related to arts-ethnography intersections and pedagogical innovation. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his career includes roles in project administration, communication, and dissemination across initiatives like Cultiva Ekspress and Nordic Noise . He has been involved in academic governance as a Faculty Board Representative (2015-2023) and as Study Program Leader for the Master in Music Business and Management (2012-2017).

Aziz El AmraouiView profile

Researcher

• Sensory Neuroscience
• Hearing Disorders
• Vision Impairment
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Aziz El Amraoui is a leading researcher and Head of the Progressive Sensory Disorders (PSD) research unit at the Institut de l’Audition, part of the Institut Pasteur in Paris, France. His work focuses on understanding and treating progressive sensory impairments, particularly those affecting hearing, balance, and vision, with a special emphasis on Usher syndrome. His research spans molecular genetics, advanced imaging, electrophysiology, and gene therapy. He investigates disease mechanisms, environmental modulators (e.g., aging, noise), and develops innovative treatments using AAV vectors, mini-genes, and CRISPR-based technologies. His team utilizes murine and porcine models to study disease progression and therapeutic efficacy across species. Recent key discoveries include identifying CLRN2 as a novel deafness gene (DFNB117), developing effective gene therapy for progressive hearing loss with a narrow therapeutic window, and resolving the Usher vision loss paradox by identifying the role of calyceal processes in human photoreceptors—structures absent in mice. His publication record shows consistent output in high-impact journals such as Molecular Therapy, EMBO Molecular Medicine, and PNAS, with work spanning genetics, neurobiology, and translational medicine. His research has direct implications for early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and the development of scalable gene therapies for sensory disorders. Progressive Hearing Loss and CLRN2 gene therapy Usher Syndrome pathogenesis and treatment Evolution of sensory systems (e.g., spectrin βV) Noise- and age-induced hearing loss Vestibular deficits in deafness Gene editing and delivery systems He leads multiple funded projects including FFB USH1B, UsherModels, HearInNoise, and TherapUsher, and actively mentors PhD and Master’s students. His collaborative network includes institutions in the UK, Germany, and beyond. Aziz El Amraoui’s work is central to advancing precision medicine for sensory disorders, bridging fundamental science with therapeutic innovation to improve the lives of millions affected by hearing and vision loss.

• Neuroscience
• Speech Processing
• Auditory Disorders
• +7 more

Anne-Lise Giraud and Sophie Bouton are researchers at the Hearing Institute (Institut de l’Audition, IdA), a center of the Pasteur Institute in Paris. Anne-Lise Giraud is the Structure Manager of the team focused on Neural Coding and Neuroengineering of Human Speech Functions, while Sophie Bouton is a Permanent Researcher. Their work is centered on understanding the neural basis of speech and language. Their research interests include the neural mechanisms of speech processing, auditory cortical dysfunctions in disorders like dyslexia and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), neural oscillations, brain-machine interfaces for speech restoration, and the genetic underpinnings of auditory processing. They investigate how atypical neural synchrony and oscillatory activity contribute to language impairments and aim to develop therapeutic interventions such as neurofeedback and rhythmic auditory stimulation. Their recent publications reveal a strong focus on using high-resolution EEG to study neural oscillations in children with ASD, the development of brain-machine interfaces, and the integration of semantics and acoustics in speech processing through hierarchical brain rhythms. Their work bridges fundamental neuroscience with translational applications for language disorders. Scientific Awards : No awards were mentioned in the provided text. Anne-Lise Giraud leads a research team with several PhD students and post-doctoral fellows, indicating an active role in mentoring and research supervision. She is the Principal Investigator on multiple funded projects, including RnDys (rhythmic auditory stimulation for dyslexia), GeneSpeech, and a prospective cohort study on ASD. Sophie Bouton is the PI on the project 'Maturation of neuronal oscillations in children.' Their research is supported by grants from organizations like ANR and the Fondation Pour l'Audition. They are key members of the Neural Coding and Neuroengineering of Human Speech Functions team at the Hearing Institute, working alongside other researchers and clinicians on projects related to tinnitus, autism, and speech disorders.

Agata KulczykView profile

Assistant Professor

• Graphic Design
• Information Graphics
• Socially Engaged Design
• +3 more

Dr. Agata Kulczyk is an Assistant Professor and Vice-Dean at the Faculty of Graphic Arts and Visual Communication, University of Arts in Poznań. Her academic leadership role includes overseeing curriculum development and faculty operations since the 2016/2017 academic year. She serves as co-founder of the pioneering Information Graphics Workshop, which facilitates collaborative projects between students and socio-economic stakeholders, focusing on socially engaged design solutions. Her research explores: Explanatory graphics and infographics for social advocacy Visual identity systems for cultural institutions Poster design as communicative artifacts Pedagogical approaches in graphic design education Intersections of data visualization and social campaigns Kulczyk's design portfolio demonstrates consistent engagement with socio-cultural themes, particularly through Poznań Design Festival collaborations. Her works frequently employ offset and digital printing techniques to address topics ranging from legal systems and cultural identity to environmental awareness and anti-discrimination. The projects reflect interdisciplinary approaches combining design theory, social sciences, and community engagement. As workshop leader, she directs student projects aligning with artistic events and social campaigns, developing pedagogical frameworks for information graphics. Her educational initiatives emphasize collaborative learning and community-centered design processes.

• Neuroesthetics
• Neuroethics
• Developmental Psychology
• +7 more

Dr. Albert Flexas Oliver is a Full Professor in the Department of Applied Pedagogy and Educational Psychology at the Faculty of Education, University of the Balearic Islands (UIB), where he also serves as vice dean. He previously held a leadership role as Director of the Psychology Degree at Isabel I University and returned to UIB in 2017 as a Visiting Professor before assuming his current position. He is actively involved in academic management, teaching innovation, and quality assurance. His educational background includes a degree in Psychology and a doctorate in Cognition and Human Evolution, for which he received the Extraordinary Doctoral Award (2013–2014). He is certified to practice psychology in clinical settings across Spain, with accreditation finalized in 2018. Dr. Flexas's research centers on neuroesthetics and neuroethics, exploring the biological underpinnings of aesthetic appreciation and moral cognition. His work integrates cognitive neuroscience, developmental psychology, and educational theory. He has published in prestigious journals such as Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences , PLOS ONE , and Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience . His recent publications reveal a strong focus on fMRI, ERP, and behavioral studies examining moral decision-making, empathy, cultural influences, and aesthetic perception across the lifespan. His research has consistently explored overlapping neural networks involved in judging beauty and morality, suggesting shared cognitive and emotional mechanisms. Key trends include the role of the prefrontal cortex, anterior insula, and reward systems in moral and aesthetic evaluations, as well as developmental trajectories in these processes. Extraordinary Doctoral Award (2013–2014) Certified Psychologist (National Accreditation, 2018) Active member of research groups EvoCog and i+DEL Dr. Flexas advises undergraduate and master’s students through final thesis supervision in psychology and education programs. While no formal PhD students are listed, he contributes to academic training and mentoring. He has secured academic roles involving curriculum design and teaching innovation, and his entrepreneurial experience in audiovisual production has informed teaching capsules on innovation and startup advising. He has taught subjects in developmental psychology, research methodology, and marketing. He is a member of the i+DEL research group (Development, Education, and Language), an experimental R&D&I laboratory, and also participates in EvoCog (Evolution and Human Cognition), focusing on experimental and cognitive neuroscience approaches to human behavior. His interdisciplinary work bridges psychology, education, neuroscience, and the arts.

Maria Elena StefanouView profile

Lecturer

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Multisensory Integration
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• +6 more

Maria Elena Stefanou is a Lecturer in Neuroscience and Psychology (Education) at the Department of Neuroimaging, School of Neuroscience, King's College London. Her research bridges cognitive neuroscience and neurodevelopmental disorders through advanced methodologies like EEG and virtual reality. Research Centre for Attention Studies member Digital Futures Institute Fellow (2025-26) Her work primarily investigates multisensory integration (MSI) mechanisms, with a focus on how attention modulates MSI in both typical and atypical neurodevelopment. She employs EEG/ERPs to analyze neural correlates and has pioneered VR applications for studying MSI in ecologically valid contexts. Key research themes include autism spectrum disorders, emotional processing (particularly fear and disgust), and comorbidity analysis with ADHD. Recent publications highlight her contributions to understanding MSI deficits in autism and their neural compensatory mechanisms. She teaches at the BSc level in Neuroscience and Psychology programs. Scientific Recognition Digital Futures Institute Fellowship (2025-26) Stefanou collaborates internationally on neurodevelopmental research, with publications in top-tier journals like Scientific Reports and Frontiers in Neuroscience . Current projects explore the intersection of emotional processing, MSI, and digital age distractions through interdisciplinary frameworks.

Ferran Escriva LlorcaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Musicology
• Music History
• The Borgias
• +5 more

Ferran Escriva Llorca is an Assistant Professor at the Universitat de València's Department of Didactics of Physical, Artistic and Musical Education, Faculty of Teacher Training. His research focuses on historical soundscapes, musicology, and early modern cultural history, often examining the intersection of music, urban ceremonial, and the Borgia family's patronage. He earned his Ph.D. from Universitat Politècnica de València in 2015 with the thesis 'Eruditio, Pietas et Honor: Joan de Borja i la música del seu temps (1533-1606).' His work explores Iberian music from the 15th to 17th centuries, emphasizing sacred and public music, polyphony, and the role of confraternities. His recent publications analyze soundscapes around events like the Battle of Lepanto and the circulation of Rudolf II's chapel composers' works in Iberia. He frequently studies the Borgia family's musical legacy and the interplay between music, politics, and religious rituals. Notable collaborations include research on Wolfgang Rumpf's music library and 16th-century manuscripts like Archive Regne de València CLERO 3016. His articles address urban acoustic transformations, the impact of Islamic culture on Iberian soundscapes, and the ceremonial use of psalms and motets in Valencia's processions.

Ann-Sophie LehmannView profile

Professor

• Art History
• Material Culture Studies
• Digital Humanities
• +2 more

Ann-Sophie Lehmann is Professor of Art History at the University of Groningen, specializing in material culture, artistic practices, and the intersection of media studies with historical visual culture. She studied at the Universities of Vienna and Utrecht, becoming assistant/associate professor at Utrecht’s Department of Media & Culture Studies before her current role. Focuses on materials as active components in artistic meaning-making Editor of Studies in Art & Materiality (Brill) and board member for Netherlands Yearbook for History of Art , Kunstschrift Has received international fellowships (Warburg Institute, Getty Research Institute, Max Planck Institute) Active in digital humanities initiatives and co-editor of multiple art theory volumes Her recent publications analyze material literacy across historical and contemporary art practices, with particular attention to transnational material exchanges and sensory learning in artistic contexts. She explores how materials shape artistic identity, environmental representation, and institutional categorization systems. Scientific Awards & Grants: Getty Research Institute Fellowship Warburg Institute Fellowship Max Planck Institute for the History of Science Fellowship Multiple editorial board positions

Raquel Dosil LagoView profile

Assistant Professor

• Computer Vision
• Image Analysis
• Artificial Intelligence
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Raquel Dosil Lago is an Assistant Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Department of Electronics and Computing within the Higher Technical School of Engineering. Her research focuses on Artificial Vision, Computer Vision, and Robotics, with applications in environmental monitoring and medical imaging. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Santiago de Compostela (2005), supervised by Dr. José Ramón Fernández Vidal and Dr. José Manuel Pardo López. Her research interests emphasize multisensory systems, drone-based environmental surveillance, visual attention models, and feature detection in 3D medical imaging. Recent work includes drone payloads for maritime pollution detection and biologically inspired vision systems. Earlier contributions span saliency detection, photogrammetry, and composite feature integration for motion analysis. Publications reflect a progression from early medical imaging and 3D pattern partitioning (2000s) to modern drone and environmental applications (2020s). Key themes include sensor fusion, CNN-based detection, and human-like visual attention mechanisms. She is part of the Artificial Vision research group, collaborating on projects like BIVSEE and AVSS challenges. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. Her academic advising includes her doctoral thesis committee. Research grants and future work details are not provided in the source text.