Yue Wen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Central Florida. His research focuses on rehabilitation robotics, machine learning, neuromechanics, and human-robot interaction. He holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University, an M.S. in Control Theory and Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, and a B.S. in Automation from Wuhan University of Technology. His work integrates neural engineering and robotics to develop adaptive prosthetic systems and rehabilitation technologies. Key areas include real-time neural drive estimation using deep learning, haptic collaboration in motor tasks, and reinforcement learning for personalized prosthesis control. Recent studies explore exoskeleton interaction dynamics and virtual physical coupling in lower-limb robotics. Yue Wen has received the UNC/NC State Research Assistant Scholarship (2014–2019) and was a finalist in the EMBC Student Paper Competition (2015). His research bridges biomechanics, machine learning, and clinical applications, with a focus on improving gait symmetry and user interaction in robotic prosthetics.
Simone DALLA BELLA is a Professor at the Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Department of Psychology. He holds the Canada Research Chair in Music Auditory-Motor Skill Learning and New Technologies. His primary research focuses on cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying musical perception and performance, with a particular emphasis on rhythmic abilities in healthy individuals and clinical populations (e.g., Parkinson’s disease, ADHD). He co-directs the BRAMS laboratory (International Laboratory for Brain, Music and Sound Research) and explores applications of rhythmic and auditory-motor interventions for neurological and movement disorders. Research Interests: Dr. Dalla Bella investigates how rhythmic and temporal predictions influence language processing, motor coordination, and rehabilitation. His work integrates behavioral methods, EEG, motion capture, and wearable technologies to assess and train rhythmic skills. Key areas include: 1) rhythmic deficits in clinical populations, 2) music-based rehabilitation for Parkinson’s disease, 3) neural correlates of auditory-motor synchronization, and 4) cross-modal temporal processing. Key Projects: Recent grants include studies on rhythmic learning in immersive environments, neurostimulation and music effects on mood, and the role of rhythm in speech production. Collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams addressing intersectorial challenges in neuroscience and health. Labs/Teams: Co-director of BRAMS and member of CRBLM (Centre for Research on Brain, Language and Music). His work bridges cognitive neuroscience, audiology, and physical medicine, with applications in neurorehabilitation and motor training.
Prof. Richard Hahnloser is a Full Professor at ETH Zürich's Department of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, affiliated with the Institute for Neuroinformatics. He holds a PhD in Physics from ETH Zurich (1999, awarded the ETH Medal) and conducted postdoctoral research at MIT, Howard Hughes Medical Institute, and Bell Labs. His research focuses on neural mechanisms underlying vocal learning in songbirds, particularly auditory-motor signal processing and synaptic plasticity in neural networks. Education: Physics studies at ETH Lausanne and Zurich (Diploma 1996, PhD 1999). Career highlights include roles as a Swiss National Science Foundation Professor (2004–2007) before becoming a Full Professor at ETH Zurich in 2007. He explores interdisciplinary approaches combining experimental neuroscience, theoretical modeling, and bioimaging. Research interests include decoding neural networks of song systems, studying motor control via X-ray CT and Neuropixels recordings, and applying machine learning to vocal behavior analysis. Recent work highlights vocal plasticity, sleep-related neural dynamics, and neurotechnology for chronic neural recording. Notable achievements include the ETH Medal for his PhD and contributions to understanding syrinx anatomy and sensorimotor adaptation. His lab develops tools like MODOC for scientific text analysis and employs correlative microscopy techniques to study neural circuits.
Marjorie Brickley is a Lecturer and Supervised Fieldwork Advisor at Bank Street College of Education, where she teaches courses in child development and assessment. She coordinates the Infancy Institute and specializes in reflective supervision for fieldwork students. Her academic background includes an MSEd from Bank Street's Infant and Family Development program, complemented by an Infant Mental Health Endorsement (Level IV Research/Faculty). Her research focuses on three primary areas: 1) applying the developmental interaction approach across diverse settings; 2) analyzing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and teacher resiliency; and 3) integrating contemporary gender research into early childhood practice. She has presented nationally on topics ranging from infant mental health co-regulation to STEM education for toddlers. Key professional activities include keynote addresses (e.g., Westchester Child Care Council), Zero to Three clinical roundtables, and workshops for the NJ Coalition of Infant Toddler Educators. Her work emphasizes practitioner well-being as foundational to effective early childhood intervention. Brickley's teaching portfolio includes courses on developmental assessment, reflective supervision, and curriculum design for infants/toddlers. She actively links theoretical frameworks to practical applications in early intervention programs and family support systems.
Justin R. Burwinkel, AuD, serves as an Adjunct Professor at Salus University's Osborne College of Audiology, specializing in Hearing Aid Research & Development. He holds a Doctor of Audiology (AuD) and Bachelor of Science from the University of Cincinnati. His academic role focuses on advancing assistive listening technologies and audiological innovations. Dr. Burwinkel's research interests span hearing aid technology optimization, telecoil efficacy, assistive listening systems, and the integration of wearable devices to address fall risk assessment in hearing-impaired populations. His work bridges clinical practice and engineering, with notable contributions to AI-driven hearing solutions and sensor-based postural stability monitoring. His recent publications (2022-2023) highlight advancements in hearing loop implementation, AI-enhanced hearing aids, and fall detection systems embedded in ear-wearable devices. These studies emphasize real-world applications of audiological technology in improving accessibility and patient outcomes. Honors: Fellow of the American Academy of Audiology, Director at Loop Minnesota, 60 U.S. Patents Filed Certifications: Animal Audiology Professional Activities: Consultant for University of Cincinnati's FETCHLAB (Facility for the Education and Teaching of Canine Hearing and Laboratory for Animal Bioacoustics) Dr. Burwinkel actively collaborates with industry partners like Starkey Hearing Technologies, advancing evidence-based practices in telecoil utilization and hearing aid design. His interdisciplinary approach integrates audiological research with biomedical engineering and telehealth solutions.
Professor Holger Krapp holds a position in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering. His affiliations include the Centre for Neurotechnology and the Robotics Forum. Educated at the University of Tübingen (Diploma in Neurobiology, 1992) and the Max-Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics (PhD, 1995), he has conducted postdoctoral research at Caltech and Bielefeld University. Prior to his current role, he was a lecturer at the University of Cambridge (2000–2005). His research focuses on systems neuroscience, particularly optic flow processing, sensorimotor integration, and biohybrid robotics. Key themes include neural mechanisms of self-motion estimation, flight stabilization, and adaptive control in insects. Prof. Krapp’s work bridges neuroscience and engineering, emphasizing biological-inspired solutions for robotics and artificial intelligence. He has pioneered studies on how insects integrate visual and mechanical sensory inputs to achieve precise motor control. Recent projects explore closed-loop biohybrid systems where neuronal activity directly drives robotic actuators. His contributions span theoretical models of neuronal computation, experimental neurophysiology, and advanced imaging techniques for in vivo studies. Publications highlight innovations in optic flow algorithms, adaptive gain control, and energy-efficient motion strategies observed in flies. His lab develops novel platforms for studying 3D chasing behaviors and collision avoidance in freely flying insects. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publications and interdisciplinary approach reflect significant contributions to systems neuroscience and biomimetic engineering.
Francesco Russo is a Full Professor in the Department of Human Motor Sciences and Health at the University of Rome 'Foro Italico'. His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, psychophysiology, and cerebral electrophysiology, particularly exploring neural mechanisms underlying cognitive processes and brain plasticity induced by motor activity and sport. He leads the Laboratory of Cognitive and Action Neuroscience and contributes to the University Quality Committee. His research interests include the neural basis of action anticipation, sensory-motor integration, and the effects of cognitive-motor training on brain function. Notable projects include studies on anxiety reduction through dual-task exercises and the electrophysiological correlates of decision-making in athletes. Key Research Themes: Anticipatory brain activity, motor-cognitive interactions, neuroplasticity in sport Lab Affiliation: Laboratory of Cognitive and Action Neuroscience Recent Focus: ERP analysis of sensory-motor tasks, aging-related cognitive interventions His work spans experimental psychology, clinical neuroscience, and sports science, with publications analyzing brain dynamics in athletes, aging populations, and neurological patients. Current trends emphasize translational research bridging neural mechanisms and practical applications in rehabilitation and sports performance.
Dr. Erin R. Hahn is Professor and Department Chair of Psychology at Furman University. She earned her Ph.D. in Cognitive Development from Carnegie Mellon University and joined Furman in 2005. Her research explores developmental psychology with emphasis on environmental stewardship, moral judgments in children, and cognitive-linguistic development. Hahn's research integrates cognitive development and environmental psychology, examining how children perceive environmental ethics and develop language-action associations. Her work on childhood dietary awareness and climate change bridges psychological science with sustainability education. She directs the Furman-SC LEND undergraduate pipeline program, which provides training in developmental disabilities. Her international teaching includes programs in Africa, India, and Denmark. Awards: Alester G. Furman Award for Meritorious Advising (2018) She mentors undergraduate research and leads initiatives connecting psychological science with environmental education and disability advocacy.
Professor Trevor Darrell is a faculty member in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at UC Berkeley. He leads research in computer vision, machine learning, and robotics, focusing on algorithms for visual recognition and perception-based interfaces. His affiliations include the Berkeley Artificial Intelligence Research Lab (BAIR), Berkeley Center for Responsible, Decentralized Intelligence (RDI), and the International Computer Science Institute (ICSI). Education: PhD, MIT (1996) BSE in Computer Science, University of Pennsylvania (1988) Research Interests: Professor Darrell’s work spans Artificial Intelligence , Computer Vision , Robotics , and Multimodal Learning . His recent efforts emphasize vision-language models, embodied AI, and ethical AI frameworks for healthcare and robotics. Notable Contributions: His articles in 2025 highlight advancements in multimodal generation, humanoid control, and model alignment. Trends include leveraging vision-language integration for robotics tasks and addressing AI bias and hallucination. Awards: ICML Test of Time Award (2024) ACM SIGMM Test of Time Paper Award (2024) CVPR Longuet-Higgins Prize (2024) Labs & Collaborations: Leads BAIR and RDI, advancing responsible AI and geospatial analysis through initiatives like Berkeley Deep Drive and the CITRIS People and Robots (CPAR) program.
Maria MAKAROV is an Associate Professor at CentraleSupélec, affiliated with the Control Department at L2S (Laboratoire des signaux et systèmes), part of Université Paris-Saclay. Her research focuses on robust control methods for interactive robotic systems, human motor control modeling, and bio-inspired control strategies. She holds a PhD in Automatic Control from SUPELEC and a Master's in Electrical Engineering from KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Research Interests: Robust control of uncertain robotic systems Human-robot interaction and safety Dynamic stability and impedance estimation in human motion Bio-inspired control for humanoid robotics Key Projects: Ongoing work includes the ANR HERMIN project and contributions to the SYCOMORE research team. Her recent publications explore human arm impedance dynamics, octorotor state estimation, and collaborative robotics evaluation.
Veit Stuphorn is an Associate Professor of Neuroscience at The Johns Hopkins University, affiliated with the Zanvyl Krieger Mind/Brain Institute and the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. His research bridges systems, cognitive, and computational neuroscience, focusing on the neural basis of decision-making and self-control. His research interests lie in understanding the neurophysiological mechanisms of higher executive functions, particularly decision-making and self-control. Using neurophysiological recordings in awake primates during cognitive tasks such as the countermanding paradigm, he investigates how neurons in the frontal cortex—specifically the frontal eye field (FEF), supplementary eye field (SEF), and anterior cingulate cortex (ACC)—encode signals related to action initiation, suppression, error detection, and reward evaluation. He also extends these studies to human subjects using fMRI, enabling cross-species comparisons. His work suggests that medial frontal areas like ACC and SEF form a secondary executive control system that monitors performance and adjusts behavior based on outcomes. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on executive control, inhibitory processing, and neural correlates of decision-making. These works span primate neurophysiology, human behavioral neuroscience, and theoretical neuroeconomics, with recurring themes in performance monitoring, error signaling, and the role of frontal-basal ganglia networks in cognitive control. Key techniques include single-neuron recording, local field potential analysis, and fMRI, applied across species to validate findings. Dr. Stuphorn has not been mentioned with any scientific awards in the provided text. He advises graduate students through the Neuroscience Training Program and Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins. While specific grants are not listed, his research is supported by long-term investigations into executive function, suggesting sustained funding. His lab conducts parallel animal and human studies, indicating interdisciplinary collaboration and resource investment. His lab is based at the Zanvyl Krieger Mind/Brain Institute at Johns Hopkins, where he leads a research team focused on neural circuits underlying decision-making and self-control. The lab combines electrophysiological recordings in primates with human neuroimaging to explore executive functions across species.
Cynthia Moss is a Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences at The Johns Hopkins University, where she leads a research laboratory focused on systems, cognitive, and computational neuroscience. Her work is affiliated with the Neuroscience Training Program and the Psychological & Brain Sciences graduate program. She conducts pioneering research on echolocating bats to understand spatial perception, attention, and memory in natural behaviors. Research Interests: Dr. Moss investigates how the brain integrates sensory input with motor output during complex behaviors such as flight and navigation. Her primary model system is the echolocating big brown bat, which uses biological sonar to navigate and hunt. She studies neural mechanisms in key brain regions including the hippocampus, midbrain superior colliculus, and somatosensory cortex. Her research spans spatial perception , attention , memory formation , sensorimotor integration , and tactile feedback in flight control . She employs wireless neural recordings from free-flying bats to study brain activity during natural behaviors, offering insights into 3D spatial representation and adaptive sensing. Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2021–2024) reflect a strong focus on neural coding of 3D space, multisensory integration (especially tactile and visual cues in echolocation), adaptive vocal behavior, and social communication in bats. Her work increasingly bridges neuroscience with bio-inspired engineering, as seen in studies on wing mechanoreception and computational models of auditory processing. Collaborations with institutions like Columbia University expand the scope of her tactile sensing research. Scientific Contributions: Although specific awards are not listed in the provided text, her consistent publication record in high-impact journals such as Nature Neuroscience , PNAS , Current Biology , and eLife underscores her leadership in neuroethology and systems neuroscience. Advising and Grants: Dr. Moss mentors graduate students through the Neuroscience and Psychological & Brain Sciences programs at Johns Hopkins. While specific grant details are not mentioned, her extensive research output and long-term program suggest sustained funding from federal and private sources. She has trained numerous researchers and published over two decades of influential work on bat biosonar and brain function. Labs and Teams: The Moss Lab at Johns Hopkins uses advanced techniques including multi-channel wireless neural recording, high-speed motion tracking, and acoustic monitoring to study freely behaving bats. The lab collaborates with experts in biophysics, engineering, and sensory neuroscience, forming interdisciplinary teams to explore active sensing and neural dynamics in natural contexts.
Robert Briscoe is a Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Ohio University's College of Arts and Sciences, where he specializes in Philosophy of Mind, Philosophy of Cognitive Science, and Philosophy of Perception. His research integrates empirical findings from vision science and cognitive neuroscience with philosophical analysis to explore the nature of perceptual experience, mental imagery, and multisensory integration. He has presented his work at institutions such as the University of Antwerp, University of Cincinnati, and University of Oslo, and has published extensively in top journals and edited volumes. Education: Ph.D., Boston University Research Interests: Robert Briscoe's research centers on the philosophical foundations of perception and cognition. He critically examines theories of mental imagery, pictorial representation, and the role of action in perception. His work challenges and refines influential models such as the Two Visual Systems Hypothesis and the enactive account of perception. He is particularly interested in how bodily awareness and multisensory integration give rise to novel perceptual experiences and how vision science can inform philosophical debates about depiction and spatial representation. Recent Publications Trends: His recent articles, spanning from 2008 to 2021, demonstrate a consistent focus on the interplay between perception, action, and consciousness. Key themes include the structure of pictorial experience, cognitive penetration of perception, multisensory consciousness, and the nature of bodily awareness. His publications appear in high-impact interdisciplinary journals such as Synthese , Cognitive Science , and Philosophy and Phenomenological Research , reflecting the broad relevance of his work across philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Advising and Grants: While specific student names are not listed, Briscoe has supervised numerous honors tutorials and directed readings on topics such as prism adaptation, sensory substitution, formal logic, and the philosophy of color. He has also mentored undergraduate research, including a summer study at Tufts University on change blindness and visual consciousness. These activities indicate an active role in student mentorship and academic guidance, though no formal grants are mentioned in the text. Labs and Research Teams: There is no explicit mention of a lab or formal research team in the provided materials. However, his collaborative publications (e.g., with John Schwenkler and Rick Grush) and invited presentations suggest active engagement with a broader scholarly community in philosophy of mind and cognitive science.
Stuart Fogel is an Associate Professor in the School of Psychology at the University of Ottawa and Director of Sleep Neuroscience at The Royal's Institute of Mental Health Research. He is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology at Western University. His research focuses on the role of sleep in memory consolidation and cognitive function. Research Interests: His work centers on decoding the physiological signals of the brain during sleep, particularly sleep spindles, and their role in memory and cognition. He employs advanced techniques including EEG, fMRI, and combined EEG-fMRI to investigate sleep-dependent memory consolidation across consciousness states. Key areas include aging, electrophysiology, sleep disorders, motor skill acquisition, and neural circuits. His recent publications highlight trends in sleep spindles, functional connectivity during sleep, and the neural basis of consciousness, often using multimodal neuroimaging. These studies contribute to understanding how sleep supports learning and mental health. Scientific Awards: Young Scientist Award, European Sleep Research Society Young Scientist Award, Canadian Sleep Society Dr. Fogel has received funding from national and provincial agencies and plays an active role in the Canadian Sleep Society. He teaches courses such as PSY 4327: Sleep and Dreams and PSY 6991: Seminars in Psychology: Sleep and Behaviour. He plans to recruit 1–2 graduate students for his experimental program. Labs and Research Facilities: He leads research at the University of Ottawa Sleep Research Laboratory and the Sleep Research Laboratory at The Royal Ottawa Institute for Mental Health Research, where he conducts cutting-edge studies on sleep and brain function.
Junchul Kim is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto with primary appointment in the Psychology Department and cross-appointment in Cell and Systems Biology. His research focuses on elucidating hippocampal circuits and GABA interneuron functions in anxiety, stress, and memory processes using optogenetic and chemogenetic approaches. PhD in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Simon Fraser University (2005) Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Harvard Medical School (2005-2010) Kim's laboratory investigates two major areas: (1) Functional specialization of hippocampal pathways in emotional and cognitive control, and (2) Distinct roles of PV- and CCK-GABA interneuron subtypes in neural oscillations and behavioral modulation. His work has produced significant insights into hippocampal-prefrontal connectivity and anxiety-related circuitry. Key methodological contributions include developing recombinase-based genetic tools for noninvasive neuron labeling and silencing. Current research explores how specific neural circuits coordinate defensive responses and maintain memory stability across behavioral contexts. The Kim Lab actively trains graduate students in neuroscience research and offers opportunities for postdoctoral fellows. Current students include Cindy Hong, Kendall Mar, Andrew Cheon, Ruth Tran, Stephanie Shishis, and Charlotte Romain, while lab alumni feature notable researchers like Afif Aqrabawi and Paul Whissell.
