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Scott HayesView profile

Associate Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Clinical Psychology
• Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease
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Dr. Scott Hayes is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at The Ohio State University, specializing in Clinical Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience. He directs the Buckeye Brain Aging Lab (B-BAL) and collaborates with the OSU Center for Brain Health and Performance. His research focuses on neuroimaging techniques to study the effects of physical activity, fitness, and aging on brain structure and function, particularly in memory-related disorders. Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology (Neuropsychology) from the University of Arizona (2006), MA (2002), and BA (1998) with dual honors in Biology and Psychology from Skidmore College. He completed postdoctoral fellowships at Duke University and VA Boston Healthcare System. Research interests include cognitive neuroscience of memory, neural correlates of aging, and applying advanced MRI methods to clinical populations. His work highlights how cardiorespiratory fitness impacts brain health and cognitive decline. Awards include the 2024 Distinguished Teaching Award, Spivack Emerging Leader (2017), and multiple NIH-funded grants. He has authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles, focusing on topics like Alzheimer’s biomarkers, PTSD-related cognitive deficits, and exercise interventions. Labs/Teams: Director of B-BAL, affiliated with OSU Jameson Crane Center for Sports Medicine Institute. Current projects explore brain fitness interventions and resilience in aging populations.

Steve LuckView profile

Professor

• Attention
• Working Memory
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Steve Luck is a Distinguished Professor at the University of California, Davis, holding appointments in the Department of Psychology and the Center for Mind and Brain (CMB). He served as CMB Director from 2009–2019 and is affiliated with the UC Davis MIND Institute and the Center for Neuroscience. His research focuses on attention, working memory, and cognitive dysfunction in psychiatric disorders (e.g., schizophrenia), employing ERP recordings, eye tracking, and behavioral methods. He is a leading developer of ERP methodologies, including the ERPLAB Toolbox and global ERP Boot Camp workshops. Education: Ph.D., Neurosciences, UC San Diego, 1993 M.S., Neurosciences, UC San Diego, 1989 B.A., Psychology, Reed College, 1986 Research Interests: Dr. Luck explores mechanisms of cognitive control, with a focus on working memory's role in guiding attention. His lab investigates ERP correlates of attentional deficits in schizophrenia and develops standardized ERP protocols. Recent work emphasizes multivariate decoding of EEG signals and transdiagnostic neurocognitive biomarkers. Awards: Troland Award (2001) APA Distinguished Scientific Award (1998) McGuigan Young Investigator Prize (2004) Elected Fellow, Society of Experimental Psychologists and AAAS Teaching & Leadership: Professor Luck pioneered hybrid course formats in Cognitive Science and teaches advanced topics in perception and cognitive neuroscience. He co-founded the UC Davis Cognitive Science major and advocates for innovative undergraduate education models. Labs & Collaborations: The Luck Lab integrates clinical and basic research, collaborating globally on ERP method development and schizophrenia biomarker studies. Key projects include ERP Core resources and the CNTRACS consortium for neurocognitive reliability studies.

• Cognitive Neuropsychology
• Prosopagnosia
• Face Recognition Disorders
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Professor Sarah Bate is an academic at Bournemouth University, currently serving as Interim Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange). She leads the Centre for Face Processing Disorders and authored the seminal book *Face Recognition and its Disorders*. Her work focuses on face-processing impairments in developmental and acquired prosopagnosia (face blindness), employing eye-movement technology to explore theoretical and remediation strategies. Education: Completed a BSc (2004), MSc (2005), and PhD (2009) in Psychology at the University of Exeter, followed by postdoctoral research before joining Bournemouth in 2010. Research Interests: Prosopagnosia sub-classification, face recognition disorders, neuropsychological assessment tools, and applications in forensic and clinical settings. Her studies span cognitive mechanisms, rehabilitation techniques, and individual differences in face perception. Recent articles emphasize taxometric analysis of prosopagnosia subtypes, familial transmission patterns, and the role of birthweight in face recognition. Collaborations include work on oxytocin’s effects and the development of diagnostic tools like the Oxford Face Matching Test. Grants and Affiliations: Active in grants such as the *Face Blindness Awareness Campaign* and affiliated with the British Psychological Society and Experimental Psychology Society. Supervises PhD students like Anna Bobak, focusing on neuropsychological and developmental aspects of face recognition.

• Sleep Medicine
• Circadian Rhythms
• Adolescent Sleep Patterns
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Mary A. Carskadon is Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown University's Warren Alpert Medical School and Director of the EP Bradley Hospital COBRE Center for Sleep and Circadian Rhythms in Child and Adolescent Mental Health. Her distinguished career spans over five decades with foundational contributions to sleep science. Her educational background includes a BA in psychology from Gettysburg College (1969) and a doctorate with distinction in neuro- and biobehavioral sciences from Stanford University (1979), earned under William C. Dement. She is a distinguished alumna of Gettysburg College and holds an honorary doctor of sciences degree from that institution. Carskadon's research focuses on circadian timing systems and sleep/wake patterns in children, adolescents, and young adults. Her work on school start times has significantly influenced public health policy, prompting organizations like the American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC to advocate for later school schedules. She developed the multiple sleep latency test (MSLT) with Dr. Dement, which remains a global standard for assessing sleep disorders. Current research examines sleep-health disparities in urban children with asthma, sleep patterns in suicide risk populations, and the impact of sleep restriction on adolescent performance. Her extensive publication record shows consistent focus on adolescent sleep physiology, circadian rhythms, and public health implications. Recent work explores connections between sleep timing, mental health, and academic performance, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, while maintaining her foundational work on sleep measurement methodologies. Lifetime Achievement Award of the National Sleep Foundation Distinguished Scientist and Outstanding Educator Awards of the Sleep Research Society (the latter now presented in her name) 2023 Brown University Distinguished Research Achievement Award William C. Dement Academic Achievement Award (2023) V. Sagar Sethi, M.D., Mental Health Research Award Leadership in Sleep Medicine Award from American Academy of Physicians of Indian Origin-Sleep Elected Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science Elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Carskadon directs the NIH/NIGMS-funded Bradley Hospital COBRE Center, mentoring junior researchers in pediatric sleep and circadian rhythms. She serves as inaugural editor-in-chief of SLEEP Advances and has secured multiple NIH grants including R01 HL142058 examining ethnic differences in children's sleep patterns with asthma, P20 GM139743 for the COBRE center, and R01 HD103665 investigating sleep restriction effects using neuroimaging. Her work bridges laboratory research with real-world applications, particularly in school policy reform and health equity initiatives. She leads multiple research teams including the CLASS Study (Circadian Light in Adolescence, Sleep and School), projects on sleep disruption in urban children with asthma, and studies examining sleep's role in opioid use disorder treatment. Her laboratory continues to innovate in sleep measurement techniques while maintaining longitudinal studies on adolescent sleep patterns across developmental stages.

Andrew D. EatonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Social Work
• Health Disparities
• HIV/AIDS Research
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Dr. Andrew D. Eaton is an Assistant Professor at the University of Regina’s Faculty of Social Work (Saskatoon Campus) and holds a Status-Only Assistant Professorship at the Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work, University of Toronto. He earned his PhD and MSW from the University of Toronto and his BSW from Toronto Metropolitan University. His research focuses on HIV/AIDS, mental health crises, aging populations, sexual health, and harm reduction, with a commitment to community-based participatory research. Eaton’s work addresses complex comorbidities affecting marginalized groups, particularly sexual and gender minorities. He leads projects such as the '3 Infections, 1 Fight Study' using geospatial tools to reduce harm from injection drug use, and the 'ReportNeedles.ca' initiative to map needle disposal hotspots. His studies also explore cognitive remediation therapies for aging HIV-positive populations and crisis mental health response models. He holds grants from CIHR, SSHRC, CTN, and OHTN. His publications emphasize innovative interventions, including cognitive training programs, civilian-led crisis response systems, and global comparative studies on sexual identities. Eaton’s lab (eaton-lab.com) fosters collaboration between academics, practitioners, and communities to translate research into actionable health policies and practices.

Emily CrossView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Social Neuroscience
• Embodied Cognition
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Emily Cross is a Full Professor at the Department of Humanities, Social and Political Sciences at ETH Zurich, leading the Social Brain Sciences Professorship since spring 2023. She previously held professorships at Bangor University (Wales), University of Glasgow (Scotland), Macquarie University (Australia), and Western Sydney University's MARCS Institute (Australia). Her research centers on how embodied experience shapes social learning and perception across diverse contexts. Key contributions include identifying neural signatures of embodied expertise using dancers, developing embodied neuroaesthetics theory, uncovering neurocognitive foundations of visual learning across lifespans, and pioneering paradigms for human-robot social engagement. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges technology, performing/visual arts, and social sciences to explore experience-dependent plasticity at brain and behavioral levels. Recent publications (2024-2025) demonstrate intense focus on human-robot interaction dynamics, aesthetic movement perception, and context-dependent social cognition. Work increasingly examines self-disclosure mechanisms to robots, cultural influences on robot acceptance, and neural correlates of movement synchrony, reflecting her expanding influence at the neuroscience-robotics intersection. Scientific awards include: Philip Leverhulme Prize for Psychology Jacob Bronowski Award from British Science Foundation Young Talent Award from Dutch Neuroscience Society RoboHub and Insight Analytics top women in robotics listings Australia’s Superstars of STEM (2022) Cross passionately trains next-generation scientists with emphasis on research ethics. Her work attracts major funding from ERC, NIH, Fulbright Commission, ESRC, EPSRC, and UK Ministry of Defence. She serves on UNESCO’s International Bioethics Committee (co-rapporteur for neurotechnology ethics report) and as Associate Editor for International Journal of Social Robotics. She leads ETH Zurich's dynamic Social Brain Sciences group, which embraces interdisciplinarity through research paradigms bridging technology, performing/visual arts, and biological/social sciences, while maintaining active roles in editorial boards and conference committees including Intelligent Virtual Agents and Affective Computing meetings.

David J. MooreView profile

Professor

• Neuropsychology
• HIV Neurobehavioral Research
• Neurocognitive Disorders
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David J. Moore, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry at UC San Diego Health. He co-directs the SDSU/UCSD Joint Doctoral Program (JDP) in Clinical Psychology and leads research at the HIV Neurobehavioral Research Program (HNRP). His work focuses on neurocognitive impairments in individuals with HIV, comorbid mental illness, and substance use disorders, with a special emphasis on technological interventions for medication adherence. Doctorate: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (SDSU/UCSD JDP, neuropsychology specialization) Postdoctoral Fellowship: UCSD (serious mental illness) Clinical Internship: West Los Angeles VA Dr. Moore’s research addresses: Neurocognitive complications of HIV infection Intersection of HIV and aging Technological interventions for medication adherence Impact of comorbid psychiatric/substance use disorders on functioning His publications span topics including HIV neurocognitive profiles, syndemic factors in sexual risk behavior, and aging with HIV. Current studies integrate metabolomics, neuroimaging, and behavioral data through NIH-funded grants.

Ara J. SchmittView profile

Professor

• School Psychology
• Neuropsychological Assessment
• Evidence-Based Intervention
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Dr. Ara J. Schmitt is a Professor of School Psychology and Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Advancement at Duquesne University's School of Education. He holds a Ph.D. from Illinois State University (2001) and a B.S. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (1996). His research focuses on neuropsychological assessment, evidence-based interventions for learning disabilities, school-based chronic illness management, and bullying dynamics. Dr. Schmitt has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and textbooks, including Patterns of Learning Disorders (2006) and Theory and Cases in School-Based Consultation (2020). Education: Ph.D., School Psychology, Illinois State University (2001); B.S., Psychology, University of Illinois (1996) Professional Roles: Associate Dean for Research, School Psychology Program Director, Adjunct Faculty Collaborator His research interests emphasize applied interventions in schools, including neurocognitive assessments, concussion management, and bullying prevention. He has pioneered studies on Taped Problems Intervention adaptations for remote learning and explored cognitive predictors of bullying behavior in adolescents. Recent work addresses socially responsive evaluation practices in health psychology and disparities in concussion awareness among athletes and parents. Dr. Schmitt has advised over 20 graduate students and contributed to national initiatives like the CCTC 2020 guidelines for health psychology training. His work bridges clinical practice and education, particularly in supporting students with chronic illnesses and neurodiverse needs.

Anthony D. OngView profile

Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Affective Science
• Behavioral Medicine
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Anthony D. Ong is a Professor of Psychology in the College of Human Ecology at Cornell University and Director of the Center for Integrative Developmental Science and Human Health Labs. He also holds a research appointment at Weill Cornell Medicine as a Professor of Gerontology in Medicine. He earned his Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the University of Southern California and completed postdoctoral training in adult development and aging at the University of Notre Dame. His research focuses on lifespan dynamics of vulnerability and adaptation, integrating perspectives from affective science, developmental psychology, and behavioral medicine. Key themes include positive emotions and health, neurobiological mechanisms of cultural experiences, social determinants of aging, and resilience processes. He is currently on sabbatical for the 2025–2026 academic year. Educational Background Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, University of Southern California Postdoctoral Training in Adult Development and Aging, University of Notre Dame Research Interests Ong’s work examines how psychological, social, and biological factors interact to influence health and well-being across the lifespan. He investigates topics such as the role of positive emotions in mitigating disease, the impact of social isolation and loneliness in later life, the neurobiology of cultural experiences, and the buffering effects of positive experiences against genetic risks for depression. His studies often employ advanced statistical methods and longitudinal designs to capture dynamic processes. Labs and Collaborations He directs the Human Health Labs and the Center for Integrative Developmental Science, fostering interdisciplinary research on human development and health. His collaborations span institutions like Weill Cornell Medicine, emphasizing translational research in gerontology and behavioral health.

Yuko MunakataView profile

Professor

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Executive Functions
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Yuko Munakata is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Davis, and Director of the Cognition in Context Lab. She holds affiliations with the Center for Mind and Brain. Her education includes a PhD in Psychology from Carnegie Mellon University and dual BS/BA degrees in Symbolic Systems and Psychology from Stanford University. Her research integrates behavioral experiments, computational modeling, neuroimaging (ERP/fMRI), and cross-cultural studies to investigate how thinking varies across developmental stages and environmental/social contexts. Core interests include executive functions, developmental trajectories, cognitive control mechanisms, and interventions to enhance adaptive thinking. Her work highlights the role of cultural habits, social influences, and proactive control in shaping decision-making and self-regulation. Recent work explores the impact of environmental predictability on cognitive control development, the link between procrastination in adults/children, and the efficacy of executive function training programs. She advocates for contextual frameworks in understanding individual differences and educational inequality. Awards: American Psychological Association Boyd McCandless Early Career Award Outstanding Mentor Award (UC Boulder) Fellowships in Association for Psychological Science and APA Grants: NIH funding since 1998, supporting studies on child development and executive functions. Labs: Cognition in Context Lab (UC Davis), Center for Mind and Brain collaborations.

Ken PallerView profile

Professor

• Human memory
• Cognitive neuroscience
• Sleep and cognition
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Ken Paller is Professor of Psychology and Director of the Cognitive Neuroscience Program at Northwestern University, where he holds the James Padilla Chair in Arts & Sciences. He serves as Associate Director of the NIH/NINDS-funded Training Program in the Neuroscience of Human Cognition, dedicated to training future cognitive neuroscientists. Dr. Paller's research focuses on the intricate relationships between brain activity and conscious experience, particularly investigating how memories are formed, stored, and re-experienced. His laboratory has pioneered methods to strategically influence the mind during sleep to improve memory, creativity, and psychological well-being. His work spans multiple domains including memory consolidation during sleep, targeted memory reactivation, lucid dreaming research, and the neural correlates of conscious experience. Notably, he collaborates with Tibetan Monastic Scholars in research on sleep and dreaming, bridging scientific and contemplative traditions. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on sleep-dependent memory processes, with particular emphasis on targeted memory reactivation techniques, dream manipulation, and memory modification during sleep. His research demonstrates how sleep can be leveraged to enhance cognitive functions and potentially treat conditions like nightmares in narcolepsy. Dr. Paller received the prestigious Director's Pioneer Award from NIH in 2024 and holds the James Padilla Chair in Arts & Sciences at Northwestern University. His work has garnered significant media attention, featured in outlets including BBC World Service, The World Science Festival, Discover Magazine, NY Times, LA Times, The Economist, NPR Science Friday, and CBC Radio. As Director of the Cognitive Neuroscience Program and Associate Director of the NIH-funded Training Program, Dr. Paller plays a significant role in mentoring the next generation of cognitive neuroscientists. His Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory (CNL) conducts cutting-edge research at the intersection of sleep science, memory research, and consciousness studies, with implications for both basic science and clinical applications.

Paul KieffaberView profile

Researcher

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Aging
• Electrophysiology
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Paul Kieffaber is an affiliated researcher in the Department of Data Science at William & Mary's College of Arts & Sciences. His work focuses on electrophysiological studies of cognitive processes, particularly aging-related changes in neural mechanisms. Research emphasizes error detection, executive control, and neurocognitive decline using EEG/ERP methodologies. Key areas include: Neural correlates of cognitive aging ERP analysis of error processing Neuroplasticity in aging populations EEG-based neurometric assessment development Recent publications explore theta/gamma oscillations in memory processes (2024), error-related negativity dynamics (2023), and auditory ERP components in schizophrenia (2023). Current research integrates computational neuroscience methods with traditional EEG analysis to understand age-related cognitive changes. No current students/awards listed in provided texts.

Larissa SamuelsonView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Development
• Early Word Learning
• Language Development
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Larissa Samuelson is a Professor in the School of Psychology at the University of East Anglia, specializing in developmental cognitive science with a focus on early word and category learning. She holds administrative roles including Director of Research (2018–present). Her research integrates neural network models with empirical studies to understand how children process information and learn language. Education: BS (Honors) in Psychology, Indiana University (1993) PhD in Psychology & Cognitive Science, Indiana University (2000) Research Interests: Cognitive development in early childhood Word learning mechanisms and neural models Executive function development Cross-cultural language processing Awards: American Psychological Association Distinguished Scientific Award (2010) European Research Council Grant (2025–2031) Recipient of Leverhulme Trust funding (2025–2029) Projects: System of shape representations in cognition Neural process theory of vocabulary variability Language processing in deaf individuals Lab & Teams: Leads the Developmental Dynamics Laboratory , focusing on precision science of word learning and ensuring equitable early language potential for toddlers.

• Psychiatry
• Addiction Medicine
• Mental Health
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Hüseyin ÜNÜBOL is an Associate Professor (part-time) at Uskudar University's Department of Psychiatry. He graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in 2008 and completed his PhD in Psychiatry in 2010. He achieved the title of Associate Professor in 2020. His research focuses on behavioral addictions, psychiatric epidemiology, and mental health during crises. Notable areas include ADHD diagnostic methods, pandemic-related anxiety, and addiction patterns in Turkey. Education: Ege University Faculty of Medicine (MD 2008), PhD in Psychiatry (2010) Key Roles: Part-time academic contributor to Uskudar University's Psychiatry Department Research Interests: His work spans addiction medicine, public health surveillance, and the psychological impacts of modern technologies. He has pioneered studies on social media addiction, pandemic mental health dynamics, and the neurocognitive basis of ADHD diagnosis using eye-tracking technology. His recent projects include large-scale national surveys on problematic gaming, shopping addiction, and substance use patterns. Articles Trends: Over 50 peer-reviewed publications since 2012, with recent emphasis on behavioral addictions (sex/gaming/social media), pandemic-related mental health, and diagnostic innovations. His 2020-2024 work shows strong focus on epidemiological studies and technological applications in psychiatry. Awards: None explicitly listed. Grants/Advising: Active in large-scale national health surveys like TURBAHAR but no specific grants/advising details provided here. Collaborates on addiction mapping projects and public health initiatives. Labs/Teams: Involved in multidisciplinary teams studying behavioral addictions and psychiatric epidemiology, though specific lab affiliations not detailed.

• Digital Well-Being
• Online Platform Data Donation
• Online Trace Data
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Andrew K. Przybylski is a Professor of Human Behaviour and Technology at the University of Oxford's Oxford Internet Institute (OII). His research bridges psychology and digital technology studies, focusing on how virtual environments like social media and video games influence motivation, health, and well-being. He advocates for open, reproducible science and collaborates with policymakers to address digital-age challenges. Recent appointments include Honorary Professor at The Educational University of Hong Kong’s Centre for Psychosocial Health. Education: Undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees from the University of Rochester (United States). Research Interests: His work explores digital well-being, online platform data donation, social media's psychosocial effects, and video game engagement. Key themes include open science, meta-science, and the intersection of technology with adolescent mental health. Article Trends: Recent studies analyze digital harms, social media's impact on youth, and reproducibility in tech research. His projects span neuroscience (e.g., screen time's effect on brain organization), behavioral analysis (e.g., gaming and affective responses), and policy-oriented work (e.g., multiverse approaches to internet use). Collaborations with institutions like the Ashmolean Museum highlight his interest in digital culture's therapeutic potential. Scientific Awards: Honorary Professor at The Educational University of Hong Kong’s Centre for Psychosocial Health Grants & Collaborations: Funded by the Huo Family Foundation, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), The British Academy, The Leverhulme Trust, Barnardo’s, and the University of Oxford’s John Fell Fund. He contributes as a scientific advisor to the Sync Digital Wellbeing Program. Labs & Projects: Leads initiatives like the Programme on Adolescent Well-Being in the Digital Age, Capturing Digital Footprints of Video Game Play, and Understanding Video Game Play and Mental Health. These projects emphasize open-source data collection and cross-disciplinary collaboration.