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• Neuroscience
• Neural Engineering
• Motor Control
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Christopher Buneo is an Associate Professor in the School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering at Arizona State University. His research focuses on neural mechanisms underlying sensorimotor integration and motor control, particularly in the posterior parietal cortex. He holds a primary appointment in biomedical engineering and has cross-disciplinary interests in neuroscience and neural prosthetics. Research interests include the neural basis of visually guided movements, sensorimotor transformations, and the development of brain-computer interfaces. His work bridges basic neuroscience with translational applications in neural engineering and rehabilitation technology. Key research grants include the NSF CAREER award (2008-2014) for studying state estimation mechanisms in the posterior parietal cortex, and a 2014 grant exploring cooperative manipulative actions in neural systems. He has authored over 20 peer-reviewed publications in top journals such as Nature , Neuron , and Neuroscience . Teaching responsibilities include courses like Clinical Neuroscience (BME 561), Physiology for Engineers (BME 235), and undergraduate research supervision. He has advised multiple honors theses and directed applied engineering projects through BME 593 and BIO 495 programs. Professional service includes peer-review roles for Journal of Neurophysiology (2005-2006) and Neuron (2005). His research group focuses on neural signal decoding and translational neuroengineering solutions.

Ritambhara SinghView profile

Assistant Professor

• Machine Learning
• Data Mining
• Computational Biology
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Ritambhara Singh is the John E. Savage Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Data Science at Brown University, affiliated with the Center for Computational Molecular Biology. Her research focuses on developing interpretable machine learning methods for biomedical and genomic applications. Prior to Brown, she was a postdoctoral researcher in the Noble Lab at the University of Washington, and earned her Ph.D. in 2018 from the University of Virginia under Dr. Yanjun Qi. Key research areas include machine learning, computational biology, health sciences, and genomics. She has pioneered methods like SCOT for single-cell multi-omics integration and developed tools such as LUNAR for glioma recurrence prediction. Her work bridges theoretical advancements in deep learning with practical biomedical applications. Awards include the NHGRI Genomic Innovator Award (2025), Brown’s Richard B. Salomon Research Award, and a teaching excellence award. Her lab emphasizes ethical AI in genomics and interpretable models for clinical decision support. Publications span topics like graph neural networks, multimodal learning, and optimal transport methods applied to genomics. Her research also addresses privacy risks in single-cell data and evolutionary signatures in olfactory systems.

• Melanopsin
• Intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGC)
• Visual function
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Dr. Andrew J. Zele is a Professor of Optometry and Vision Science at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), holding an ARC Future Fellowship. He leads research in the Melanopsin Photoreception and Visual Science Laboratories at the QUT Centre for Vision and Eye Research. His work focuses on retinal mechanisms controlling visual function, including melanopsin's role in vision and circadian regulation, mesopic lighting effects, and human-centric lighting design. He completed his PhD at the University of Melbourne and held postdoctoral positions there and at the University of Chicago's Department of Ophthalmology. His research integrates optical instrumentation development with clinical investigations of aging eyes and neuroretinal diseases. Key interests include: melanopsin-mediated vision pathways, ipRGC biology, rod-cone interactions, pupillary control, and light's impact on human behavior. He has pioneered frameworks like Photoreceptor Enhanced Light Therapy (PELT) for optimizing lighting in healthcare settings. Recent studies explore light therapy efficacy in Parkinson's disease and type 2 diabetes, linking circadian rhythms to clinical outcomes. Awards include two ARC Fellowships (APD & Future). His supervision focuses on light's role in neurodegenerative conditions and circadian behavior.

• Addiction Research
• Cognitive Control
• Machine Learning
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Jaime Ide is an Associate Research Scientist in Psychiatry at Yale University, working with Prof. Chiang-shan Ray Li. His research focuses on addiction, cognitive control, and machine learning applications in neuroimaging. He holds a PhD in Mechatronics/Artificial Intelligence from the University of São Paulo, with postdoctoral training at the University of Pennsylvania and Yale. Ide’s work bridges computational neuroscience and clinical research, investigating neurobiological mechanisms of mental health disorders through advanced neuroimaging techniques and AI-driven methodologies. Key research areas include polygenic risk assessment for depression, ADHD neurobiology, and reinforcement learning algorithms for autonomous systems. His studies utilize fMRI, structural MRI, and machine learning to explore functional connectivity, gray matter volume correlations, and predictive modeling in psychiatric conditions. Collaborations with institutions like Stony Brook University and Federal University of São Paulo highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Ide has contributed over 40 peer-reviewed publications, with recent work emphasizing Bayesian networks, functional connectivity analysis, and UAV control systems. His clinical trial involvement as a Sub Investigator (Thalamus and Hypothalamus in Cocaine Dependence) underscores translational research goals. Despite no listed awards, his extensive grant-funded projects and mentorship in multidisciplinary teams reflect professional recognition.

Dean D'SouzaView profile

Research Fellow

• Developmental Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
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Dean D'Souza is an Associate Research Fellow at Birkbeck, University of London, and a Research Associate at University College London. He specializes in developmental psychology and cognitive neuroscience, focusing on neurodevelopmental disorders such as Down syndrome, fragile X syndrome, and Williams syndrome. His work examines how early attentional, perceptual, and cognitive mechanisms influence language and communication skills in both typical and atypical populations. Education: PhD in Psychology (CBCD, Birkbeck), MSc in Cognitive Neuroscience (Distinction), BSc Psychology (First Class), MA Philosophy, and BA Peace Studies. Professional affiliations include Fellow of the Cambridge Philosophical Society (F.C.P.S.) and Chartered Psychologist (C.Psychol.) with the British Psychological Society. Research interests emphasize tracing developmental trajectories of higher-level abilities to infancy, with a focus on visual attention, auditory-visual integration, and neural correlates of social perception. He has presented at conferences globally and published extensively on topics like cross-syndrome comparisons, bilingualism impacts, and neurocognitive studies of genetic disorders. Grants/Awards: Over £70,000 in grants from organizations like the British Academy, Williams Syndrome Foundation, and The Waterloo Foundation. Notable projects include studies on bilingualism effects, sleep’s role in language development, and neurocognitive markers in infants with genetic syndromes. Key contributions include insights into atypical development through cross-syndrome comparisons and the role of early neurophysiological markers in predicting later outcomes. His work bridges basic science and clinical applications, aiming to improve interventions for neurodevelopmental disorders. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development at Birkbeck, collaborating with institutions like UCL and international networks studying Williams syndrome and autism spectrum disorders.

• Healthcare Access in Underserved Areas
• Primary Care
• Clinical Reasoning
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Elizabeth Roessler is an Assistant Professor in the Physician Assistant Online Program at Yale School of Medicine’s Department of Internal Medicine, serving as Director of the PA Online Program. She has over 29 years of clinical experience and holds an MMSc from Emory University (1994) and BS from Quinnipiac College (1983). Her research focuses on healthcare access in underserved populations, clinical reasoning, and LGBTI+ health disparities. She co-medical directs HAVEN, a free clinic supported by Yale students, and serves on multiple committees including the Education, Policy, and Curriculum Committee. Education: MMSc, Emory University, 1994 BS, Quinnipiac College, 1983 Research Interests: Ms. Roessler’s work emphasizes improving access to primary care, social determinants of health, and addressing health disparities through education and clinical practice. She integrates clinical reasoning development and professionalism training into her pedagogical approach. Recent research has explored neurophysiological mechanisms in psychiatric conditions and endocrine effects on neural function. Awards: 2017: Inspire Yale Award (Yale University) 2015: Jack Cole Society (Class of 2015) Program Leadership: As PA Online Program Director, she oversees curriculum development, accreditation standards, and student academic progress. She chairs key committees and advises on diversity initiatives through her role in the Dean’s LGBTQI Affairs Council. Her clinical volunteer work at HAVEN aligns with her commitment to community-based healthcare. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Yale’s Program in Addiction Medicine and collaborates with faculty in neurophysiology and diabetes research.

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Xian Zhang is an Associate Research Scientist in the Department of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, affiliated with The Brain Function Laboratory. With a PhD and MA from Columbia University earned in 2003 and 2000 respectively, Dr. Zhang has established a research career focused on understanding neural mechanisms underlying social interactions, particularly in the context of autism spectrum disorder and interpersonal communication. PhD in Neuroscience, Columbia University (2003) MA in Neuroscience, Columbia University (2000) Dr. Zhang's research primarily investigates social cognition using functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to study brain activity during live interpersonal interactions. Their work has made significant contributions to understanding how eye contact, facial expressions, and verbal communication are processed in the brain. A major focus has been on neural mechanisms in autism spectrum disorder, particularly examining how symptom severity relates to neural activity patterns during social interactions. Dr. Zhang has also developed advanced methodologies for analyzing fNIRS data and studying cross-brain neural coupling during social exchanges. Analysis of Dr. Zhang's recent publications reveals a strong focus on hyperscanning techniques to study interpersonal neural synchrony during social interactions. Their work spans multiple domains including autism research, speech pathology, and social neuroscience, with particular emphasis on eye contact processing, emotional contagion, and neural connectivity during communication. The research consistently employs innovative fNIRS methodologies to capture brain activity during naturalistic social interactions rather than isolated cognitive tasks. Dr. Zhang's research is conducted within the Psychiatry Department at Yale School of Medicine, specifically through The Brain Function Laboratory, which focuses on understanding the neural basis of human social interaction. Their work bridges clinical psychiatry with cognitive neuroscience, providing insights into both typical and atypical social functioning.

• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Cognitive Science
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Dr. Tamara Vanderwal is an Assistant Professor in the Child Study Center at Yale School of Medicine. She holds an MD from Yale University School of Medicine (2006). Her research focuses on using naturalistic conditions like movie-watching to study brain function, particularly in clinical contexts such as child psychiatric disorders. She employs novel neuroimaging techniques to analyze large-scale neural networks and their interactions during complex information processing. Additionally, she serves as an attending physician at a community outpatient clinic, supervising child and adolescent psychiatry fellows, and contributes to the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry as a senior editor. Her work emphasizes advancing neuroimaging methods to include underrepresented populations and improve understanding of developmental disorders. Collaborations with researchers like Arielle Baskin-Sommers highlight her interdisciplinary approach to addressing challenges in clinical neuroscience and neuroimaging reliability. Key areas of research include functional connectivity analysis, sensory integration studies, and the application of fMRI to assess brain-behavior associations in diverse populations. Her recent publications (2024–2025) explore topics such as high-motion minoritized youth inclusion, cortical development in preterm infants, and predictive biomarkers for antidepressant efficacy. Dr. Vanderwal’s contributions bridge clinical practice and academic research, aiming to enhance diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for neurodevelopmental and psychiatric conditions in children and adolescents.

Joel ZylberbergView profile

Associate Professor

• Visual Cortex
• Retina
• Synaptic Plasticity
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Joel Zylberberg is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at York University, holding a Canada Research Chair (Tier 2). His research focuses on understanding how the brain encodes sensory information, particularly in the visual cortex and retina, and translating this knowledge into advancements in machine learning and prosthetics. His work integrates computational neuroscience, theoretical physics, and artificial intelligence to develop technologies like camera-to-brain translators and next-generation retinal prosthetics. Education details are not explicitly listed, but his research spans interdisciplinary areas including Biophysical neural adaptation mechanisms Machine learning algorithm optimization Synaptic plasticity dynamics Visual information processing His recent articles emphasize bridging neuroscience and AI, exploring topics like neural network pruning, retinal computation models, and sleep-stage classification for medical applications. While no specific grants or awards are listed, his Canada Research Chair position highlights his recognized expertise.

MiYoung KwonView profile

Assistant Professor

• Visual Perception
• Brain Plasticity
• Low Vision Rehabilitation
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MiYoung Kwon is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Northeastern University, leading the Kwon Lab for Low Vision and Brain Research. She holds a Ph.D. in cognitive/biological psychology from the University of Minnesota (2010) and completed postdoctoral research at USC and Harvard Medical School. Previously, she was faculty at the UAB Medical School in Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Her research focuses on understanding visual perception in individuals with impaired vision, particularly exploring brain plasticity responses to visual deficits like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and amblyopia. Her work combines psychophysical experiments, neuroimaging (fMRI/EEG), computational modeling, and clinical assessments to develop rehabilitative strategies for low vision patients. Key research areas include: Impact of visual deficits (blur, low contrast, field loss) on daily tasks like reading and navigation Cortical reorganization following vision loss Development of training regimens to enhance visual function Her studies have been supported by grants from the National Eye Institute (RO1), Research to Prevent Blindness, and the Eye Sight Foundation of Alabama. The Kwon Lab emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches and translational research to bridge basic science with clinical applications. Publications highlight advancements in understanding mesopic vision, glaucomatous damage effects, and aging-related visual changes. The lab actively investigates binocular vision mechanisms and the role of deep learning in retinal layer analysis.

Gabriella BottiniView profile

Professor

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuropsychology
• Graceful ageing and dementia
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Gabriella Bottini is a Full Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of Pavia's Department of Brain and Behavioral Sciences and Director of the Cognitive Neuropsychology Center at ASST Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Niguarda in Milan. She serves as Delegate with responsibility for the University's Third Mission activities and coordinates the PhD program in 'Psychology, Neuroscience and Data Science' at the University of Pavia. Her research focuses on neuropsychological disorders associated with brain lesions and neurodegenerative diseases, with particular expertise in graceful ageing and dementia, cognition in drug resistant epilepsy, physiological and pathological body representation, human vestibular system, motor awareness, and neurolaw. Bottini pioneered groundbreaking work mapping central vestibular projections (published in Nature, 1995) and defining the anatomical bases of anosognosia for hemiplegia (published in Science, 2001), demonstrating that action awareness is implemented in the same network responsible for the primary function being monitored. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent research trajectory examining body representation, interoception, and risk processing. Her work increasingly integrates cognitive neuroscience with clinical applications, particularly in epilepsy, dementia, and rehabilitation following stroke. She employs diverse methodologies including intracranial electrical stimulation, rTMS, and neuroimaging to investigate the neural correlates of consciousness and body awareness. Her scientific recognition includes: Coordinator of the Italian constituency of the International Neuropsychological Symposium (INS) Coordinator of the Scientific Advisory Board of Neuropsychology of Epilepsy study group of LICE President of the European Association for Neuroscience and Law (2016-2019) Member of multiple scientific advisory boards including NeuroMi and SINdem With over 170 peer-reviewed publications and an H-index of 36, Professor Bottini serves as a reviewer for numerous journals and funding agencies. She has been invited to speak at more than 200 national and international scientific meetings, including prestigious venues such as the Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris and the University of Geneva. Her TEDx talk on the interplay between Neuroscience and Art demonstrates her commitment to science communication and interdisciplinary approaches. She leads the Cognitive Neuropsychology Center at Niguarda Hospital, where her team investigates the neural basis of body representation disorders and develops innovative approaches to rehabilitation following brain injury.

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Synaptic Plasticity
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Kevin Fox is a Professor and Joint Head of Research at the Cardiff School of Biosciences, Cardiff University (since 1995), and Deputy Chair of the Medical Research Council’s (MRC) Neuroscience & Mental Health Board (since 2008). Previously, he held positions as an Assistant Professor at Brown University (1990-1992) and the University of Minnesota (1992-1995), and was a McDonnell Fellow at Washington University School of Medicine (1987-1989). His research focuses on Neuroscience , particularly Experience-dependent plasticity in sensory systems Synaptic and cortical development Role of NMDA receptors and CaMKII in neuronal adaptation Thalamocortical organization and sensory map stability Key publication trends highlight investigations into molecular mechanisms (e.g., GluR1, PKA, CaMKII) underlying cortical plasticity, sensory deprivation effects, and comparative studies across visual and somatosensory systems. His work has been cited extensively, including 134 citations for his 1996 PNAS paper. Scientific Awards: McDonnell Fellow His contributions span synaptic physiology, developmental neurobiology, and translational neuroscience, with a focus on cortical reorganization and neurotransmitter receptor dynamics.

May-Britt MoserView profile

Professor

• Neuroscience
• Spatial Memory
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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May-Britt Moser is a Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and Founding Director of the Centre for Neural Computation (2013–2022). She co-founded the Kavli Institute for Systems Neuroscience (2007) and the Centre for the Biology of Memory (2003–2012). Her research focuses on the neural basis of spatial location, memory, and cognition, notably the discovery of grid cells in the entorhinal cortex with Edvard Moser and John O'Keefe. PhD in Neurophysiology, University of Oslo (1995) Her work explores the functional organization of grid-cell circuits and their role in hippocampal memory. Recent publications address neural dynamics , spatial coding , and environmental influences on brain circuits. Key Awards : 2014: Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2014: Karl Spencer Lashley Award 2013: Louisa Gross Horwitz Prize 2012: Perl-UNC Neuroscience Prize 2011: Louis-Jeantet Prize for Medicine Her lab leads projects like Moser Group , KiloNeurons , and Centre for Algorithms in the Cortex , advancing understanding of brain computation and memory systems.

Judith K. DanielsView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Clinical Psychology
• Neuroscience
• Psychotrauma
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Judith K. Daniels is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Groningen, Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, within the Department of Clinical Psychology and Experimental Psychopathology. Her work intersects trauma research, neuroscience, and mental health, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals through psychotrauma studies. Research focus: PTSD, dissociation, neuroimaging, and psychophysiological mechanisms Active collaborations: ENIGMA PTSD workgroup, international institutions Her recent publications emphasize trauma-related dissociation , neuroimaging frameworks, and psychosocial factors in mental health. Key trends include ecological momentary assessment, structural brain analysis, and trauma psychophysiology. Scientific recognition includes: Forschenförderpreis der Elfriede Dietrich Stiftung (2020) Competitive fellowship for psychotrauma care improvement (2021) Judith supervises PhD students, participates in task forces (Dissociative Disorders, Revictimization), and contributes to public engagement through media appearances. Her datasets address moral injury in healthcare and psychophysiological PTSD correlates.

Tony MorlandView profile

Professor

• Neuroimaging
• Visual Cortex
• Visual Perception
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Professor Tony Morland is a faculty member at the Department of Psychology, University of York, and affiliated with the York Neuroimaging Centre (YNiC). He holds a BSc and PhD in Physics from Imperial College London, with postdoctoral training in neuroimaging and vision science. His research focuses on understanding visual perception, cortical reorganization in visual disorders, and the functional organization of the human visual cortex using neuroimaging techniques. He leads projects funded by the Wellcome Trust and Medical Research Council, collaborating with institutions globally. Education: BSc and PhD in Physics (Imperial College London). Research interests include neuroimaging of visual cortex pathways, effects of visual diseases (e.g., macular degeneration, achromatopsia), and plasticity in adult visual systems. He supervises students like Lauren Welbourne and Sam Lawrence. Teaching includes modules on brain behavior and advanced vision topics. Key research trends: Over 90 publications emphasize neuroimaging (fMRI, MEG), visual cortex remapping, and translational studies linking brain structure/function to clinical outcomes. Notable collaborations include work with Prof Alex Wade (York) and Prof Frans Cornelissen (Groningen). Grants and supervision: Current grants support studies on foveal pathways and visual deficits. His lab (YNiC) integrates advanced imaging technologies for clinical and basic research applications.