Carissa Philippi and Justin Feinstein are researchers at the University of Iowa, Department of Psychology. They collaborate extensively on neuroscience and cognitive psychology topics, focusing on brain damage, self-awareness, psychopathy, PTSD, and neuroimaging techniques. Key research areas: Neuroscience, Cognitive Psychology, Neuroimaging, Brain Damage, PTSD, Psychopathy Notable work includes studies on self-awareness following cortical damage, neural correlates of rumination, and psychopathic trait-brain connectivity relationships. Their recent articles (2021–2012) explore stress resilience, emotion recognition, prefrontal cortex function, and neural variability in mental health conditions.
Christopher G. Beevers is a Professor and Graduate Adviser in the Department of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, holding the Wayne H. Holtzman Regents Chair in Psychology and directing the Institute for Mental Health Research. He earned his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Miami (2002), with postdoctoral training at Brown University. His research focuses on cognitive mechanisms underlying major depression, integrating experimental psychopathology methods, technology-driven interventions (e.g., internet-based therapies, smartphone tracking), and data science to personalize treatments. He leads the Mood Disorders Laboratory (MDL), exploring depression etiology, maintenance, and intervention efficacy through studies on attention bias, neural connectivity, and behavioral dynamics. Teaching accolades include the 2017 Raymond Dickson Centennial Teaching Award and 2018 Silver Spurs Teaching Fellowship. He teaches courses like Prosem for First-Year Students (PSY 194Q) and Abnormal Psychology (PSY 352), delivered both in-person and online. Current projects involve behavioral/eye-tracking methodologies, smartphone affect monitoring, and collaborative international research. His lab emphasizes translating findings into actionable therapies, with a focus on precision mental health approaches. Key collaborations span neuroimaging, machine learning, and clinical trials, including studies on transcranial laser stimulation and gamified cognitive bias modification. The MDL’s mission is to reduce depression’s societal burden through rigorous, translational science. For over two decades, Dr. Beevers has pioneered methods to measure cognitive biases and develop scalable interventions, leveraging technology for global mental health impact.
Diarmuid O'Donoghue is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Science & Engineering at Maynooth University, specializing in Computational Creativity and Analogical Reasoning . His research explores topological similarities between text and source code to develop cognitively inspired systems for problem-solving and bias detection. Co-PI of the Modelling implicit bias project (€21/FFP-P/10118) Senior Scientific Coordinator for the €2.6M EU-funded Dr Inventor project Key research areas include: Latent homomorphism detection in lexical data Comparative analysis of LLMs and analogical systems Formal specification generation from code/text His work has shaped undergraduate project frameworks with ethical GenAI integration . Publications span ICCC , GECCO , and journals like Artificial Intelligence Review .
Douglas Kearney is an associate professor of Creative Writing/English at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, where he serves as a McKnight Presidential Fellow. His academic career centers on innovative approaches to poetry, performance, and language studies, with a particular focus on African American cultural expressions and linguistic traditions. Dr. Kearney's research interests span multiple domains of creative expression and cultural analysis. His work primarily explores: The political dimensions of language and performance African American vernacular strategies and "drum machine prosody" Visual and performative aspects of poetry Trickster figures and mask traditions in Black culture Contemporary music's relationship to poetic form Libretti composition and interdisciplinary artistic collaboration His most recent publications demonstrate a consistent engagement with the intersections of race, language, and performance. Through collections like "Sho" and "Optic Subwoof," Kearney examines how language becomes performative in contexts of racial politics, exploring what he terms "double-jointed syntax" as a way to reveal the complexities of Black linguistic expression. His work shows increasing attention to the relationship between visual presentation and sonic interpretation in poetry. Kearney's scholarly contributions have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: Griffin Poetry Prize (2022) Minnesota Book Award for Poetry (2022) Pegasus Award for Poetry Criticism (2023) CLMP Firecracker Award for Poetry Theodore Roethke Memorial Poetry Prize Whiting Award Cy Twombly Award for Poetry As an educator, Kearney mentors emerging writers while maintaining an active creative practice that bridges academic and artistic communities. His work extends beyond traditional publication through performance, libretti composition, and interdisciplinary collaborations that challenge conventional boundaries between literary forms. Though not explicitly detailed in available information, Kearney's creative process suggests engagement with collaborative artistic spaces that support his experimental approach to language and performance. His work with musicians, visual artists, and performers indicates participation in vibrant interdisciplinary creative communities.
Dr. Rolf F. Nohr serves as Professor of Media Aesthetics/Media Culture at Braunschweig University of Art (HBK Braunschweig) and holds an External Affiliate position at the University of Arizona's College of Humanities. His research centers on media evidence methodologies, game studies, and instant images, with particular emphasis on simulation games as cultural techniques that shape rationality and decision-making processes. Nohr's scholarly work investigates the interplay between media theory, cultural techniques, and ludic systems. He examines how games function as evidentiary media through historical analysis of business simulations (1955-1975), military war games, and contemporary digital environments. His research reveals how strategic play constructs rational subject positions while interrogating the materiality of game interfaces and the epistemological status of media images. Recent publications demonstrate a cohesive trajectory analyzing games as media artifacts that produce knowledge through procedural logic. His work bridges historical media archaeology with contemporary game design, focusing on genre theory, player agency, and the pedagogical dimensions of serious games. Key themes include the transformation of work logic into play systems, feedback mechanisms in teaching machines, and the cultural techniques embedded in simulation interfaces. Scientific recognition includes: LehrLeo TU Braunschweig Award for Best Lecture in BA Studies (2013) German Study Prize, 3rd Place by Körber Foundation (1998) Nohr has secured major research funding from the German Research Foundation (DFG), Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), and NORD/LB Foundation for projects including 'Strategie Spielen' (2006-2011), 'Kulturtechnik Unternehmensplanspiel' (2012-2019), and 'PlanA – Planspiel Arbeitswelten' (2018). As Regional Director of the Learning Games Initiative Research Archive since 2015, he leads game preservation efforts while collaborating across engineering, humanities, and social science disciplines. He co-founded the Games Research Group within the German Society for Media Studies (GfM) and serves as editor for the 'Medien'Welten' and 'Braunschweiger Schriften zur Medienkultur' book series. His interdisciplinary collaborations span the TU Braunschweig's engineering departments, University of Arizona humanities scholars, and international game researchers through the Learning Games Initiative network.
Igor Grossmann is a Professor at the University of Waterloo, specializing in social and cultural psychology. His research focuses on wisdom development, metacognition, decision-making under uncertainty, and the intersection of cultural contexts with cognitive processes. He explores how intellectual humility, open-mindedness, and perspective-taking interact with societal changes and technological advancements like AI. His work often addresses challenges in forecasting societal trends and improving judgment quality across diverse populations. Key research themes include: Dynamic models of wisdom and adaptive reasoning Cross-cultural variations in social motives and cognitive styles Impact of adversity on psychological growth Applications of AI in understanding human judgment Notable contributions involve advancing methodologies for measuring wisdom-related traits and analyzing expert predictions' reliability. His interdisciplinary approach bridges psychology, sociology, and computer science, with implications for education, policy, and technological design.
Professor Ianthi Maria Tsimpli is the Chair of English and Applied Linguistics at the University of Cambridge , affiliated with the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages and Linguistics and the Department of Theoretical and Applied Linguistics . She co-founded the Language Development Lab at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and has held academic positions at University College London, University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and University of Reading. Her educational background includes a BA in Modern Greek Literature and Byzantine Studies from the University of Athens and a PhD in Linguistics from University College London (1992), with her thesis published as Functional Categories and Maturation: The Prefunctional Stage of Language Acquisition (Garland, 1996). Research Interests: Language development in first and second languages, bilingualism, language disorders, language-cognition interaction, syntax, and literacy. Projects: ESRC-DFID Multilingualism and Multiliteracy (India), EU/NSRF-funded THALES (bilingualism effects on cognition), and Excellence I (individual differences in anaphora resolution). Scientific Awards: Guest of the Rector Fellowship (2012, NIAS). She has published extensively on topics like bilingual children’s narratives, L1 attrition in heritage speakers, and language processing in Broca’s aphasia. Her editorial roles include Associate Editor of Lingua and Editorial Board memberships in journals such as Bilingualism: Language and Cognition and Second Language Research . She welcomes MPhil and PhD inquiries related to her research areas.
Dr. Han Zhang is a Professor in the Department of Information Technology Management at the Scheller College of Business, Georgia Institute of Technology. He holds the prestigious title of Steven A. Denning Professor in Technology & Management and serves as the Faculty Director of the Denning Technology & Management Program. He is also an affiliate research faculty member at the Center for Research in Electronic Commerce, University of Texas at Austin. Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin M.A., Texas A&M University M.A., Peking (Beijing) University B.A., Peking (Beijing) University Dr. Zhang's research centers on the economics of information technology, online trust and reputation, online word-of-mouth, and the evolution of electronic markets. His work has informed policy, serving as the basis for Congressional testimony on small business growth in the digital economy. He has made significant contributions to understanding how emotions, trust signals, and platform design influence user behavior in digital environments. His recent publications (2022–2003) span premier journals such as MIS Quarterly , Information Systems Research , and Journal of Marketing Research . Collectively, these works explore the psychological and economic mechanisms behind online reviews, consumer trust, and digital marketplace dynamics. The research integrates behavioral experiments, empirical modeling, and content analysis to uncover nuanced patterns in digital consumer behavior. Hesburgh Award Teaching Fellow (2009) Georgia Tech Outstanding Undergraduate Research Mentor Award (2009) Brady Family Award for Faculty Teaching Excellence (2010) Steven A. Denning Faculty Award for Global Engagement (2018) Association for Information Systems Fellow Award (2023) Dr. Zhang has served as a senior editor for MIS Quarterly and Information & Management , and was recently appointed Editor-in-Chief of Information & Management . He has advised numerous students and taught across all levels, including executive education. He founded the China Summer Workshop on Information Management (CSWIM) and has held leadership roles in major conferences such as PACIS and WeB. His work bridges academic rigor with real-world impact in digital commerce and policy. Dr. Zhang is actively involved in multiple research initiatives and collaborates with scholars globally. His lab and research team focus on digital platforms, consumer analytics, and IT economics, often leveraging large-scale datasets from online marketplaces and social media. Future work continues to explore the evolving landscape of digital trust, AI-driven customer interactions, and cross-cultural differences in online behavior.
Adam Gazzaley is the David Dolby Distinguished Professor of Neurology, Physiology, and Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, where he serves as Founder & Executive Director of Neuroscape, a translational neuroscience center. His work bridges cognitive neuroscience, technology development, and clinical applications. His research focuses on cognitive control mechanisms , neuroplasticity , and technology-driven interventions for cognitive disorders. Key areas include attention, memory, aging, and the development of closed-loop video games integrated with VR/AR, physiological monitoring, and brain stimulation. Recent work explores psychedelic neuroscience in aging populations and digital therapeutics for multiple sclerosis. Notable trends across his 160+ publications show increasing focus on digital biomarkers , personalized cognitive training , and translational applications of neuroplasticity principles. His work spans basic neuroscience (fMRI/EEG/TMS methodologies) to clinical implementation (FDA-cleared digital therapeutics). 2015 SfN Science Educator Award 2020 Global Gaming Citizen Honor Newsweek's 2021 America’s Greatest Disruptors 2017 PROSE Award for The Distracted Mind As Chief Science Advisor of Akili Interactive and co-founder of JAZZ Venture Partners, he translates research into commercial applications. He has advised Apple, GE, Nielsen, Deloitte, and Magic Leap, and served on the President's Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition. His Neuroscape lab develops open-source cognitive assessment tools while advancing rigorous placebo-controlled trials of digital interventions.
Harry T. Hunt is a retired Professor (2010) in the Department of Psychology at Brock University. He holds a Ph.D. from Brandeis University. His research explores the intersections of consciousness, transpersonal psychology, mysticism, and cognitive development, with a focus on phenomenological and existential frameworks. Research interests span consciousness studies, transpersonal experiences, mystical phenomena, and cognitive development. His work integrates psychological, philosophical, and neurocognitive perspectives to examine transformative experiences across spiritual, psychotic, and creative domains. Publications demonstrate a consistent focus on consciousness phenomena across three decades, with recent work examining archetypal psychology, synesthetic metaphor, and the societal implications of transpersonal theory. Earlier foundational works established frameworks for understanding dream states, mystical experiences, and cognitive development. Awards and Recognition: No major scientific awards documented in provided text. Academic Service: Active publication record through 2012 prior to retirement. No current advising, grants, or laboratory affiliations noted post-retirement.
Michelle Whittaker is an Assistant Professor in Creative and Expository Writing at Stony Brook University's Program in Writing and Rhetoric. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing and Literature from Stony Brook University, advised by the Stony Brook Poetry Society. Her teaching includes foundational writing workshops, creative writing courses, and special topics like Rhetoric of Poetry and Eco-poetics. She co-directs the Young Artist Writing Program focusing on poetry and playwriting. Her research focuses on 20th/21st century American/British poetry, ecopoetry, and Afro-Caribbean literary traditions. Her book Surge (2017) was a finalist for the 2018 Next Generation Indie Book Awards and featured in the New York Times. Her work appears in Narrative Magazine , The New Yorker , and Cave Canem . Recent publications explore environmental themes, experimental forms, and intersectional identities. Her 2020 poems in Shenandoah and Fjords Review exemplify her engagement with ecological poetics and fragmented narratives. Earlier works like Meditations on Pollock’s Troubled Queen (2014) reflect her interest in art history and gender studies. Awards include recognition from the Cave Canem Foundation and residencies at Great Weather for Media. Her creative nonfiction and poetry frequently address climate anxiety, digital communication, and queer rural experiences. She maintains active collaborations with the Poetry Society and participates in interdisciplinary projects blending music and visual art.
Dimitri Coelho Mollo is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies at Umeå University, Sweden. He specializes in Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Science, with additional interests in Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Biology, and Ethics of AI. Mollo also serves as an external Principal Investigator at the Science of Intelligence Cluster in Berlin and coordinates the BA in Philosophy and AI program at Umeå University. His research focuses on foundational and epistemological issues in Artificial Intelligence and cognitive sciences, particularly examining concepts of representation, computation, and intelligence. He investigates how AI systems understand and process information, with special attention to large language models and their implications for philosophical theories of mind. His work often bridges technical AI developments with broader philosophical questions about intelligence, cognition, and meaning. Mollo's recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory from foundational questions about cognitive representation to contemporary AI ethics concerns. He has increasingly focused on the philosophical implications of large language models, examining issues like the vector grounding problem, AI alignment limitations, and the impact of AI mimicry on human dignity. His work shows strong interdisciplinary connections between philosophy, cognitive science, and computer science. Mollo is actively involved in several research initiatives, including the Umeå Centre for Transdisciplinary AI (TAIGA), where he coordinates the focus area 'Understanding (and explaining) AI.' He is also the host of 'Punching Cards,' a podcast about intelligent systems produced by the Science of Intelligence Cluster, demonstrating his commitment to public engagement and scientific communication.
Robert Hudson is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Arts and Science, specializing in the history and philosophy of science, epistemology, and theories of reasoning. His current research focuses on the epistemology of scientific research, particularly evidential independence in Jean Perrin's atomic theory, while previous work explores Rudolf Carnap's philosophy, values in reasoning, and Indigenous title. His educational background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario (UWO). Research interests span philosophy of science, epistemology, and Indigenous jurisprudence. Publications demonstrate sustained engagement with scientific methodology, realism debates, and philosophical analysis of legal concepts related to Indigenous rights. Recent work addresses reproducibility crises and historical scientific proofs. Supervises graduate students in philosophy but specific advisees are not listed. No awards or grants detailed in available records.
Vinod Menon is the Rachel L. and Walter F. Nichols, MD, Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and Professor (by courtesy) of Neurology & Neurological Sciences and Education at Stanford University. As director of the Stanford Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience Laboratory, he investigates human brain function and dysfunction using advanced imaging and computational methodologies. His research spans neurodevelopmental disorders, psychiatric conditions, and large-scale brain networks. BSc (Honors) in Physics, Indian Institute of Technology (1982) PhD in Computer Science & Neuroscience, University of Texas at Austin (1990) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurophysiology, University of California, Berkeley (1994) Menon's research focuses on large-scale brain networks (default mode, frontoparietal, salience networks) and their role in cognitive, affective, and social function. His lab explores neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism, ADHD), learning disabilities , and computational models of brain circuits. He also investigates sex differences in brain organization and causal neural mechanisms in rodent models. Recent publications highlight multimodal approaches (neuroimaging, transcriptomics, deep learning) to study mathematical ability, mind wandering, and social cognition. His work on default mode network dynamics has had a paradigm-shifting impact across neuroscience and psychiatry. ISI Highly Cited Researcher in Neuroscience (2013-2018) ISI Highly Cited Researcher with Cross-Field Impact (2019, 2020) NIH MERIT Award (2018) Young Investigator Award, NARSAD (1998) Menon mentors students and researchers from diverse disciplines and leads interdisciplinary teams at Stanford. His clinical trials examine pharmacological interventions for depression and brain training for cognitive deficits.
Marieke van Vugt is an Associate Professor in Cognitive Modeling at the University of Groningen, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the Department of Artificial Intelligence. Her research focuses on understanding mind-wandering and its implications using computational modeling, EEG, and neuroimaging techniques. She explores how meditation and mindfulness practices influence cognitive systems and mental health, particularly depression and rumination. Van Vugt obtained her PhD in neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania (2008) and completed postdoctoral research at Princeton University before establishing her research group in Groningen (2010). She is actively involved in organizations like Mind & Life Europe and the International Society for Cognitive Modeling. Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches, including computational psychiatry and social neuroscience, to address questions about attention, decision-making, and brain dynamics. Key areas of interest include the neural correlates of repetitive negative thinking and the development of biomarkers for mental health through speech and behavioral analysis.
