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• Cognitive Neurology
• Neuroscience
• Neurorehabilitation
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Dr. Krishnankutty Sathian is Professor and Chair of the Department of Neurology, Professor in the Department of Neuroscience and Experimental Therapeutics, and Professor of Psychology at Pennsylvania State University. He also serves as Director of the Penn State Neuroscience Institute and maintains an active research program with numerous publications and significant grant funding. His educational background includes: MBBS from Christian Medical College (completed 1980) Postdoctoral Training at Christian Medical College Hospital (1980-1983) PhD in Neuroscience from University of Melbourne (1983-1987) Postdoctoral Training at Washington University School of Medicine (1987-1990) Medical Internship at Grant Hospital (1990-1991) Neurology Residency at University of Chicago Medical Center (1991-1994) Dr. Sathian is a distinguished cognitive neurologist and neuroscientist whose research focuses on cognitive and visual neurorehabilitation , multisensory perception , and the interfaces between perception and language . His work has been continuously funded by the NIH for 25 years, with additional support from NSF, VA, and private foundations. He has authored numerous publications and book chapters, serving as co-editor of influential volumes on cognitive plasticity (2015) and multisensory perception (2019). His extensive publication record spanning from 1983 to present demonstrates consistent contributions to neuroscience, with recent work focusing on multisensory integration, neurorehabilitation techniques, and the neural basis of cognitive functions. His research employs advanced neuroimaging techniques and spans from fundamental neuroscience to clinical applications for neurological disorders. Dr. Sathian has received significant recognition for his contributions to the field: Fellow, American Academy of Neurology (FAAN) Fellow, American Neurological Association (FANA) Fellow, American Society of Neurorehabilitation (FASNR) Honorary Fellow, Royal College of Physicians of London (FRCP) The Albert E. Levy Scientific Research Award (2001) As Principal Investigator or Co-PI, Dr. Sathian has led multiple major research initiatives including "Crossmodal Correspondences Between Visual and Auditory Features," "Mentoring Emory Neuroclinician Trainees in Research (MENTIR)," and "Perceptual Plasticity-Based Neurorehabilitation." He has served on numerous NIH, VA, and Department of Defense study sections and maintains editorial board positions with several prominent neuroscience journals including Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, Multisensory Research, Neuroscience Letters, and Psychological Science. As Director of the Penn State Neuroscience Institute, Dr. Sathian oversees a comprehensive neuroscience research enterprise that integrates basic and clinical neuroscience across multiple departments and colleges within the university, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations in neurology, neuroscience, psychology, and related fields.

Sofie BoldsenView profile

Research Fellow

• phenomenology
• autism studies
• qualitative methodology
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Sofie Boldsen is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of Jyväskylä, working on the project 'Asymmetric Encounters: Intersubjectivity and the Sense of Boundaries' led by Dr. Joona Taipale and funded by the Research Council of Finland (2022-2026). She also maintains an affiliation as a Postdoc at the University of Copenhagen. Holding a PhD in psychology and an interdisciplinary master's degree in philosophy and psychology from Roskilde University, Denmark, her academic trajectory bridges philosophical inquiry with psychological research. Her research focuses on phenomenological approaches to autism, with particular emphasis on tactile sensation, intersubjectivity, and the sensory dimensions of social experience. Boldsen's work challenges traditional cognitivist approaches to autism by highlighting embodied and experiential dimensions often overlooked in mainstream research. Her publications consistently examine how sensory differences shape autistic sociality and self-other differentiation. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong thematic focus on tactile processing in autism (2025), the double empathy problem (2025), and phenomenological methodology applied to autism research. Her work spans multiple disciplinary perspectives including somatosensory neuroscience, psychoanalysis, and autobiographical accounts, creating an interdisciplinary space for understanding autism through the lens of lived experience. Boldsen is actively contributing to a paradigm shift in autism research that moves away from deficit models toward understanding neurodiversity through embodied intersubjectivity. Her recent publications in Human Development and other reputable journals demonstrate her growing influence in this emerging field.

Mark FryeView profile

Professor

• Neuroethology
• Sensory Neuroscience
• Visual Motion Processing
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Mark Frye is a full Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology & Physiology at the University of California, Los Angeles and Director of the interdepartmental Molecular, Cellular & Integrative Physiology (MCIP) Ph.D. program. An elected member of the Brain Research Institute, he explores the neural basis of flexible behavior using Drosophila melanogaster as a model. Education M.S., Neuroscience – Union College, 1992 Ph.D., Zoology – University of Washington, 2000 Research Focus Dr. Frye’s laboratory integrates neurogenetics , in vivo calcium imaging , and closed-loop virtual-reality flight arenas to dissect how visual, olfactory, and mechanosensory signals are fused in the fly brain to generate robust navigation. Key questions include how object-detecting neurons compute figure–ground discriminations, how neuromodulators such as serotonin bias sensory-motor transformations, and how species-specific visual ecologies shape tracking strategies. Parallel to his neuroethology work, Frye co-leads large-scale translational studies on bipolar disorder , lithium pharmacogenomics , and ketamine therapeutics , bridging cellular circuits to clinical outcomes. Publication Trends Recent articles (2020–2024) emphasize inhibitory micro-circuits governing motion vision, comparative visual ecology across Drosophila species, and neuromodulatory re-weighting of sensory pathways. Earlier work established fundamental algorithms for elementary motion detection and multisensory flight control . Scientific Honors & Awards NIH K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Award (mentored to trainee Giovanni) MCIP Best Student Talk Award – Lesly (2023) Advising & Funding Dr. Frye mentors ~8–10 Ph.D. students and post-doctoral fellows at any given time. Current and recent trainees include Jean-Michel Mongeau (now tenure-track at Penn State), Mehmet Keleş , and incoming MCIP student Ava Bignell . Research is supported by multiple active NIH R01 and U01 grants, including consortium projects on bipolar genomics and ketamine biomarkers. Laboratory & Affiliations The Frye Laboratory occupies ~2,000 sq ft on the 2nd floor of the Terasaki Life Sciences Building (TLSB 2014). It houses custom-built magnetic-tether and free-flight arenas, two-photon microscopes, and high-speed videography rigs. Core affiliations include the Brain Research Institute , Neuroscience GPB Home Area , and the BD² Precision Medicine Initiative .

Raymond ReynoldsView profile

Associate Professor

• Vestibular System
• Sensory-Motor Control
• Postural Sway
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Dr. Raymond Reynolds is an Associate Professor in the School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Birmingham . His research focuses on the Vestibular System , Sensory-Motor Control , and Postural Sway , with significant work on Ankle Stiffness and Physiological Tremor . 2025: Leading a feasibility study on Electrical Vestibular Stimulation in Children (Birmingham Women's Charitable Funds). 2023-2027: Principal Investigator for A novel diagnostic for vestibular dysfunction (Medical Research Council). 2022-2025: Co-Investigator in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Biomarker Study (Ministry of Defence). His recent publications (2024-2025) explore haptic feedback in balance, bed rest effects on vestibular control, and ankle-calf muscle dynamics . He serves on the Editorial Board of Experimental Physiology since 2017.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Rehabilitation Science
• Neuromodulation
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Professor Yoshihiro Muraoka at Waseda University's Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Health Science and Welfare, is a leading researcher in biomedical engineering and rehabilitation science. With academic roots at Keio University (Ph.D. in Engineering), he has developed innovative neurorehabilitation technologies including the IVES system and wearable power-assist locomotors. Keio University (1991-2000): Instrumentation Engineering, Biomedical Engineering Academic career spanning multiple institutions including Fujita Health University and National Hospital Organization Murayama Medical Center His research focuses on medical assistive technologies, particularly neuromodulation and biofeedback systems for neurological rehabilitation. Key areas include: Electromyography-controlled stimulation (IVES) Wearable inertial measurement unit applications Spasticity quantification and treatment Hybrid assistive neuromuscular stimulation (HANDS) Smartphone-integrated medical devices Gait analysis system development Recent publications demonstrate his work's emphasis on: Real-time posture estimation using IMUs Motor point stimulation optimization for spasticity reduction Teacher-learner interaction dynamics in motor skill acquisition Low-cost, portable rehabilitation solutions Cortical perfusion modulation during neurorehabilitation Quantitative assessment of physical activity in wheelchair users His 20+ years of clinical research have produced numerous practical applications including: Commercially available IVES stimulators Wearable Power-Assist Locomotor (WPAL) for paraplegic gait Smartphone-connected EMG biofeedback devices Hybrid neuromuscular stimulation therapy systems

Annabelle CouillandreView profile

Lecturer

• Human motor skills
• Sensorimotor adaptations
• Biomechanics
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Annabelle Couillandre serves as a Lecturer at the School of Physiotherapy within the University of Orléans, France. Her work is affiliated with laboratory team 4532 'Complexity, innovation, motor and sporting activities' which focuses on performance, motor skills, physical activity, sport, rehabilitation and health. Dr. Couillandre's research centers on two major interconnected themes. The first examines human motor skills and sensorimotor adaptations during walking initiation through both biomechanical (kinematics, kinetics, electromyography) and cognitive neuroscience perspectives. Her work investigates central and peripheral processes including basal ganglia function, sensory inputs, and structure/function relationships in movement control. The second research theme focuses on health prevention and promotion through physical activity and sport for specific populations, with particular attention to high-level athletes and classical dancers where artistic performance optimization often compromises individual health. Her research contributes to the 'neuromechanics and modeling of postural balance and voluntary movement' and 'rehabilitation, manual therapy and motor control' thematic areas within her laboratory. She approaches health as a bio-psycho-social well-being state, though her research specifically examines it through life sciences perspectives including muscular strength, walking, and balance functions.

• Social Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Action Processing
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Dr. Bartosz Majchrowicz serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Social Psychology within the Faculty of Philosophy at Jagiellonian University, Krakow. Based at the Institute of Psychology (Ingardena 6), he maintains active research and teaching roles with contact details publicly listed including email bartosz.majchrowicz@uj.edu.pl and phone 12 663 24 69. His research spans Social Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience with specialized focus on action processing mechanisms, sense of agency phenomena, decision-making under uncertainty, and neurophysiological correlates of volition. Key investigations examine how uncontrollability influences effort allocation, interoception-action interactions, sensory attenuation effects, and temporal aspects of agency perception through experimental paradigms including probabilistic reversal learning and Libet-style tasks. Analysis of his 15 publications (2016-2025) reveals consistent exploration of agency phenomenology using neuroscientific methods. His work demonstrates how factors like action spontaneity, outcome valence, cardiac feedback, and learning from losses modulate agency experiences, with recurring themes in temporal binding, error processing, and embodied cognition. This research bridges psychological theory with neural mechanisms underlying human volition. As part of Jagiellonian University's Institute of Psychology, Dr. Majchrowicz contributes to academic initiatives including Scientific Thursdays and Clinical Tuesdays, operating within a research ecosystem featuring specialized laboratories and interdisciplinary teams advancing psychological science through the Excellence Initiative and international collaborations.

• Sensorimotor Integration
• Motor Control
• Somatosensory System
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Pierre-Michel Bernier is a Full Professor and currently serves as Vice-Dean of Research and Graduate Studies at the Faculty of Physical Activity Sciences, Université de Sherbrooke. His research focuses on the neurophysiological mechanisms involved in human movement control and learning in healthy individuals. Dr. Bernier's research interests include: Sensorimotor integration Motor system physiology Somatosensory system Visual system Motor learning and memory Neuroplasticity His work primarily investigates how the brain processes sensory information to control movement and how these processes adapt during learning. Using techniques like EEG, neuroimaging, and behavioral paradigms, his research has made significant contributions to understanding the cortical mechanisms underlying sensorimotor adaptation, particularly in relation to error processing, reward, and memory consolidation. Analysis of Dr. Bernier's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the neural oscillatory manifestations of sensorimotor learning, with particular attention to beta-band activity during movement preparation and execution. His work demonstrates how action costs, rewards, and punishments influence motor decision-making and memory retention, revealing intricate relationships between cognitive processes and motor control. Dr. Bernier has received numerous prestigious awards and distinctions: Junior-2 Researcher Fellowship from Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (2021) Invited Professor Campaign from Aix-Marseille Université (2019) Junior-1 Researcher Fellowship from Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (2017) Postdoctoral Fellowship from Fondation Fyssen (2011) Postdoctoral Fellowship from Fonds de recherche du Québec - Nature et technologies (2011) As an advisor, Dr. Bernier has mentored numerous graduate students who have gone on to publish significant research in the field of motor control and neuroscience. His laboratory receives substantial funding from major Canadian research agencies including the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), the Canadian Foundation for Innovation (CFI), and the Fonds de recherche du Québec. Dr. Bernier's research laboratory focuses on understanding the neural basis of human motor control and learning using multimodal approaches including electroencephalography (EEG), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and behavioral paradigms. His team investigates how the brain processes sensory information to guide movement and how these processes adapt during learning and rehabilitation.

• Neuroscience
• Motor Control
• Virtual Reality
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Andreas Wulff-Abramsson serves as a Special Consultant in the Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports at the University of Copenhagen, affiliated with the Movement and Neuroscience research group. His interdisciplinary work bridges neuroscience, virtual reality, and motor control, focusing on embodied learning applications and neural mechanisms of cognition and movement. His primary research interests include Neuroscience , Motor Control , Virtual Reality , Cognitive Science , EEG , and Embodied Learning . He investigates how virtual environments influence educational outcomes in children, neural correlates of motor function across age groups, and sensory processing mechanisms using EEG and VR methodologies. His experimental approach integrates cognitive psychology with advanced neuroimaging techniques to explore embodied cognition. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward applied neuroscience, particularly VR-enhanced educational interventions for early literacy and detailed EEG analyses of motor control and sensory processing. His work consistently combines experimental rigor with innovative technology applications, spanning educational psychology, film cognition, and human-computer interaction domains. Wulff-Abramsson operates within the Movement and Neuroscience team at NEXS, which examines the intersection of physical activity, nutrition, and brain health. This group employs virtual reality systems, EEG recording, and motion analysis to investigate fundamental neural processes underlying movement and cognitive function across diverse populations.

Lawrence SnyderView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Spatial Representation
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Lawrence Snyder, MD, PhD is a Professor of Neuroscience at Washington University School of Medicine with extensive research in cognitive neuroscience using non-human primate models. His work focuses on the neural basis of cognition, particularly examining how spatial information is processed and transformed into motor commands. Dr. Snyder received his AB in English from Princeton University in 1982, followed by both his MD and PhD (in Physiology) from the University of Rochester in 1992. His academic journey reflects a unique interdisciplinary approach combining humanities with advanced medical and scientific training. His research interests center on understanding small neural circuits underlying cognition, with specific emphasis on spatial representation, memory systems, eye-hand coordination, and functional connectivity. The Snyder laboratory investigates how sensory spatial information is transformed into motor commands, examining neural representations of space in parietal and frontal cortices. His work has contributed significantly to understanding effector-specific versus effector-general memory systems, bimanual coordination mechanisms, and the neural correlates of functional connectivity observed in fMRI studies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent focus on neural mechanisms of spatial cognition, memory processing, and motor control. His work bridges electrophysiological recordings with functional imaging techniques, demonstrating how slow rhythmic mechanisms underlie functional connectivity and how spatial memory representations evolve over time. His research increasingly incorporates sensorimotor integration aspects into perceptual decision-making frameworks. 1998-1999 Washington University/Howard Hughes Medical Institute Award 1998-2000 Sloan Foundation Research Fellowship 2001 Klingenstein Fellow 2000-2024 National Eye Institute Investigator 2004 EJLB Foundation Scholar Research Programme Award Recipient 2009-2019 National Mental Heath Institute Investigator 2012-2017 Co-Director, Washington University Neuroscience Program 2014-2019 Editorial Board, Journal of Neurophysiology 2015-2018 Program Committee, Society for Neuroscience Dr. Snyder has maintained continuous NIH funding throughout his career, serving as Principal Investigator on National Eye Institute grants from 2000-2024 and National Institute of Mental Health grants from 2009-2019. His laboratory has trained numerous graduate students and postdoctoral fellows who have gone on to establish independent research careers. The Snyder lab has developed innovative techniques including oxygen polarography to simultaneously record oxygen levels across brain networks alongside LFP and spiking activity. The Snyder laboratory maintains a strong presence in the neuroscience community through regular participation in the Society for Neuroscience meetings and editorial service on prominent journals. His research continues to push boundaries in understanding how neural circuits support complex cognitive functions, with recent work exploring how sensorimotor faculties bias perceptual decision-making and choice behavior.

• Attention
• Neuropsychology
• Cognitive Psychology
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Thomas Habekost is a Full Professor in Cognitive Neuropsychology at the Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen, where he also serves as Head of the Research Cluster in Cognition & Neuropsychology since 2021. His academic journey at the University of Copenhagen began with his Cand.Psych. degree in 2000, followed by a Ph.D. in 2005, and has progressed through positions from Research Assistant to Full Professor. His educational background includes: Cand.Psych. (University of Copenhagen, 2000) Ph.D. (University of Copenhagen, 2005) Habekost's research primarily focuses on visual and attentional processes, using experimental and technical methods such as MRI, EEG, and eye tracking. He is particularly known for his work with the Theory of Visual Attention (TVA) model, which provides a mathematical framework for understanding attentional mechanisms. His research spans multiple areas including attention assessment in clinical populations, cognitive deficits after brain damage, and interactions between arousal and selective attention. A significant portion of his work examines ADHD, particularly how medication affects attentional processes in both children and adults. Habekost's publications reveal a strong focus on attentional mechanisms across various populations. His work frequently applies the TVA model to assess attentional deficits in neurological, neuropsychiatric, and developmental disorders. Recent research has increasingly focused on ADHD, examining both cognitive profiles and the effects of medication on attentional processes. His work also extends to pure alexia, visual processing in aging, and the relationship between attention and other cognitive functions. Among his notable research funding are: Grant from the Danish Council for Independent Research's Sapere Aude program (2012-2016): "The attentive mind: towards a unified theory of visual selectivity and arousal" (8.637.068 Dkr, as PI) Share of grant from KU's crossdisciplinary 2016-program (2013-2017): "Attention to Dopamine" (5.756.000 Dkr, as vice-PI) Share of grant from KU's Centre of Excellence program (2008-2013): "Integrated visual attention research" (as co-investigator) Habekost actively supervises students at all levels (BA, MA, and Ph.D.) and teaches courses in Cognitive Psychology, Neuropsychology, Research Methods in Cognitive Neuroscience, and Clinical Psychology with cognitive or neural aspects. He has served in various administrative roles including Deputy Head of Department (2015-2021) and currently as Head of Research Cluster (2021-present). He is also the Research Coordinator for the International TVA network since 2010. His laboratory work centers around the Virtual Learning Lab and the Center for Visual Cognition, where he and his team investigate attentional mechanisms using both behavioral and neuroimaging approaches. Current research projects include interactions between arousal and selective attention, and cognitive profiling of ADHD including medication effects.

• Motor control
• Magnetic resonance imaging
• Human brain mapping
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Hartwig Roman Siebner is a Clinical Professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, with dual appointments in Neurology and Psychiatry. He serves as Head of Research at the Center for Functional and Diagnostic Imaging and Research, leading the Danish Research Centre for Magnetic Resonance (DRCMR) at Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre. His leadership extends to the "Control of Action" (ContAct) research group, which received a Lundbeckfonden Excellence grant (2011-2015). Dr. Siebner's research focuses on how the human brain generates and optimizes actions, combining advanced MRI with transcranial stimulation techniques to study motor brain systems. As a board-certified Neurologist, his clinical research centers on movement disorders like Parkinson's disease and focal dystonia. His work spans multiple research areas including Imaging of Disease & Mechanisms (which he coordinates), Computational & Systems Neuroscience, and Precision Brain Stimulation. His recent publications (2025) demonstrate diverse research interests spanning transcranial ultrasonic stimulation, chemogenetic motor control, mentalizing networks in high-risk children, auditory processing in psychiatric disorders, metabolic effects of dietary interventions, and computational modeling for brain stimulation. This reflects his interdisciplinary approach bridging neuroscience, psychiatry, and engineering. Lundbeckfonden Excellence Grant (2011-2015) for the "Control of Action" research group Dr. Siebner leads multiple research groups including Multiple Sclerosis, Control of Movement, Brain Network Modulation, and Brain-Body-Interaction. His research infrastructure at DRCMR supports advanced brain imaging studies using multimodal MRI approaches to investigate brain function and structure across various neurological and psychiatric conditions.

Jelle Pieter BruinebergView profile

Assistant Professor

• Embodied Cognitive Science
• Philosophy of Attention
• Phenomenology
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Jelle Pieter Bruineberg serves as a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Cognition and Communication at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Humanities, where he is affiliated with the Center for Subjectivity Research. His academic journey includes postdoctoral positions at Macquarie University, Eindhoven University of Technology, Amsterdam University Medical Centre, and the University of Amsterdam. PhD in Philosophy (2018), University of Amsterdam MSc Brain and Cognitive Sciences (2014), University of Amsterdam MA Philosophy (2014), University of Amsterdam BA Philosophy (2011), University of Amsterdam BSc Physics and Astronomy (2010), University of Amsterdam Bruineberg's research integrates embodied cognitive science with philosophical and phenomenological approaches to attention. His work examines how digital technologies mediate attentional processes through frameworks including ecological psychology, enactive cognition, and predictive processing theories. He investigates the philosophical commitments of predictive-processing models and the free energy principle, with recent focus on the attention economy's cognitive foundations. His publications from 2023-2025 reveal a concentrated research trajectory exploring attention mechanisms in digital environments, ecological psychology's theoretical pluralism, and adversarial inference models. These works demonstrate interdisciplinary connections between cognitive science, philosophy of mind, and digital media studies. Research Field Leader, The Australian Research Report (2021) Research Field Leader, The Australian Research Report (2022) Bruineberg teaches Introduction to Cognitive Science, Philosophy of Cognition, and Topics in Cognition and Communication at the University of Copenhagen, while supervising MA theses. His previous teaching includes Theoretical Philosophy and Philosophy of Cognition courses at the University of Amsterdam. His research collaborations span multiple countries as indicated by his international publication record and network visualization data.

Clemens MaidhofView profile

Research Fellow

• Music Therapy
• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +4 more

Clemens Maidhof is a Senior Research Fellow at the Cambridge Institute for Music Therapy Research within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences at Anglia Ruskin University. He joined the institution in 2016 after conducting research at the University of Cologne, Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, and the Finnish Centre for Interdisciplinary Music Research. He holds an MA in Musicology from the University of Cologne and a PhD in Psychology from Freie Universität Berlin. Research Focus: His work bridges cognitive neuroscience and music therapy, with core interests in: Neural dynamics of clinical improvisation during therapy sessions Brain-computer music interfaces for therapeutic applications EEG hyperscanning techniques in dyadic therapist-patient interactions Syntactic processing parallels between music and language Error monitoring mechanisms in musicians' performance Multimodal data acquisition (EEG, motion capture, MIDI) His research consistently applies neuroscientific methods to clinical contexts including dementia care, stroke rehabilitation, and substance misuse treatment. Publication Trends: Maidhof's recent work (2019-2023) focuses on EEG hyperscanning applications in music therapy, particularly examining brain synchrony during therapeutic improvisation for neurological conditions. Earlier publications (2010-2014) established foundational research on error processing in musicians and cross-domain syntactic attention. His methodology evolved from single-modality ERP studies to complex multimodal hyperscanning designs. Professional Engagement: He regularly reviews for journals including NeuroImage , Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience , and Frontiers in Psychology , and has presented at major conferences like the European Music Therapy Conference. He contributed to the BBC documentary Our Dementia Choir featuring clinical applications of his research.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Social Psychology
• Religious Psychology
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Brian P. Meier is a Professor in the Department of Psychology within the College of Arts and Sciences at Gettysburg College. His research program investigates the intersection of cognitive psychology and religious studies through the lens of conceptual metaphor theory. His primary research interests include embodied cognition , religious metaphor processing , and individual differences in cognitive styles . Meier employs experimental methodologies including implicit reaction time tasks to explore how abstract concepts like God are grounded in physical experiences such as vertical space (high/low), brightness (light/dark), and anthropomorphism. His work demonstrates consistent metaphorical associations in religious cognition that operate independently of self-reported religiosity levels. Recent publications reveal a strong focus on metaphorical structures in religious cognition, with recurring themes in vertical spatial metaphors for divinity light/darkness associations in theological concepts anthropomorphic representations of God cardiocentric versus cephalocentric self-location in religious contexts His research methodology emphasizes implicit cognitive measures to uncover non-conscious metaphorical mappings. Meier maintains active research collaborations with scholars at University of Houston, particularly with Adam K. Fetterman, producing multiple joint publications between 2019-2022. His work appears in specialized journals focusing on the psychology of religion and cognitive science.