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Pasquale Bottalico serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science at the University of Illinois, with dual appointments as Associate Professor at the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and Affiliate Faculty in the School of Music. His unique interdisciplinary profile bridges engineering, music performance, and speech science, reflecting his dual academic training and professional artistry. His educational foundation includes: Bachelor's in Telecommunications Engineering from Univeristà Mediterranea di Reggio Calabria, Italy Concurrent Opera Singing degree from F. Cilea Music Academy, Reggio Calabria Master's in Telecommunications Engineering from Politecnico di Torino, Italy Ph.D. in Metrology specializing in acoustics measurement uncertainty and classroom acoustics Dr. Bottalico's research centers on vocal load quantification and professional voice techniques , with significant contributions to understanding vocal fatigue in teachers and singers. His work spans Speech Intelligibility in educational environments, Room Acoustics for performance and learning spaces, and Musical Acoustics of historical vocal styles. A distinctive thread throughout his research examines how acoustic conditions modulate voice production and perception, increasingly incorporating virtual reality and bone conduction technologies for innovative assessment and intervention approaches. His Colombian vocal health study demonstrates cross-cultural applications of his work. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) The impact of noise and dysphonia on children's speech processing in educational settings, using multimodal assessment including EEG; (2) Virtual reality applications for voice production research and therapeutic intervention; (3) Cross-cultural validation of vocal fatigue metrics and development of biofeedback systems. His work consistently bridges engineering precision with clinical applicability, particularly for professional voice users in challenging acoustic environments. No scientific awards were documented in the available information. While specific advising relationships aren't detailed, his research collaborations span international institutions including Colombian and Italian universities, suggesting graduate mentorship in interdisciplinary projects. No grant information was provided, though his systematic reviews and cross-cultural studies imply externally funded research activities. Though no dedicated laboratory is specified, his virtual reality voice studies and acoustic parameter assessments suggest affiliations with audio engineering facilities and voice clinics, likely through the Speech and Hearing Science department's research infrastructure.

• Vocal Load
• Professional Voice Techniques
• Singer Techniques
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Mary J. Sandage is a Professor and Dean's Distinguished Research Fellow in the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences within the College of Liberal Arts at Auburn University. She serves as Graduate Program Officer and maintains an active research program focused on voice physiology and upper airway disorders. Her educational background includes: PhD in Exercise Science from Auburn University MA in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Iowa BA in English with a minor in Linguistics from Iowa State University Internationally recognized for expertise in laryngeal physiology and clinical voice rehabilitation, Dr. Sandage specializes in singing voice rehabilitation, chronic cough, inducible laryngeal obstruction, and exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction. Her research examines muscle bioenergetics, performance physiology, hormonal influences, and fatigue aspects of voice function, along with thermoregulation for upper airway disorders and healthcare disparities in speech pathology services. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong interdisciplinary approach bridging exercise science with voice pathology. Her work consistently explores biomarkers of vocal function (particularly blood lactate), develops novel assessment tools like the Fluid Interval Test for Voice, and addresses critical gaps in differential diagnosis for upper airway disorders. She has made significant contributions to understanding vocal physiology through the lens of sports science, with applications for both clinical populations and professional voice users. Her scientific recognition includes: Fellow of the American Speech Language Hearing Association Pan American Vocology Association Recognized Vocologist Dean's Distinguished Research Fellow at Auburn University As Graduate Program Officer, Dr. Sandage oversees graduate education in Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences. Her research program includes numerous collaborative projects examining healthcare disparities, particularly in rural Alabama, and has resulted in the development of the Voice & Upper Airway Clinic within the Auburn University Speech & Hearing Clinic. She directs the Voice Physiology Lab, where she investigates applied muscle physiology, voice acoustics and aerodynamics, laryngeal imaging, and laryngeal thermophysiology. Her work frequently involves interdisciplinary collaborations with exercise scientists, otolaryngologists, and sports medicine specialists to advance understanding of voice function across diverse populations.

• Voice physiology
• Laryngeal physiology
• Exercise science applications to voice
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Eduardo Mercado III is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University at Buffalo, College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on bioacoustics, cognitive psychology, and marine ecology, particularly the vocal behavior of humpback whales and its implications for understanding human impact on marine ecosystems. He is also known for his work in perceptual learning, autism spectrum disorder, and comparative cognition. Scientific Awards Guggenheim Fellowship Harvard Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Research Trends His recent publications emphasize bioacoustic analysis of humpback whale songs, including their spectral entropy, cyclical variations, and adaptive adjustments to anthropogenic noise. Additional work explores perceptual learning mechanisms in autism, neural network modeling for acoustic classification, and cognitive processes in canines and rodents. Projects Mercado’s “Singers as Sentinels” project combines acoustic analysis of humpback whale songs with public awareness initiatives about ocean noise pollution. The project will produce a book, Why Whales Sing and Dolphins Don’t , and a web-based interface for public engagement.

• Bioacoustics
• Cognitive Psychology
• Marine Ecology
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Rita Aiello is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at New York University's College of Arts & Science. Her research focuses on the cognitive and perceptual processes involved in musical listening, with particular emphasis on neuroaesthetics, music learning, and memory. She holds an Ed.D. from Columbia University and has held faculty positions at institutions including the Juilliard School and the Manhattan School of Music. Her work bridges music theory, cognitive science, and education, with a lifelong background as a classical pianist. Education: Columbia University (Ed.D.), Manhattan School of Music (M.M., B.M.), Conservatorio San Pietro a Maiella (Diploma in Music Theory) Certifications: Kodály and Orff Methods Her research explores how musical training influences cerebral dominance, the relationship between mental representations and emotional responses to music, and the cognitive underpinnings of musical memory. She has published widely on topics ranging from musical expectation to pedagogical strategies for memorization. Recent work investigates evolutionary perspectives on singing and the psychological mechanisms behind musical communication. Publications reflect interdisciplinary engagement with music's structural rules, metaphorical dimensions, and its role in human cognition. While no specific grants or awards are listed, her extensive international teaching experience includes visiting roles at institutions in Rome and Lugano, Switzerland, and an honorary appointment at Columbia University's Teachers College.

• Music Psychology
• Neuroaesthetics of Music
• Cognitive Processes in Music
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Schea N Fissel, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Midwestern University's College of Health Sciences, Glendale campus. She holds a Ph.D. from Kent State University (2018), an M.A. (2008), and B.S. (2006) from Western Michigan University. Her educational background includes: Ph.D., Kent State University, 2018 M.A., Western Michigan University, 2008 B.S., Western Michigan University, 2006 Dr. Fissel's research examines how attentional resources are dynamically recruited by complex visual stimuli like human faces and biological motion, with emphasis on neurodiverse populations. She investigates automatic attention processes in social communication and how these differ in autism spectrum disorder, focusing on autism, attention, and literacy dynamics. Her work applies complexity theory to understand information processing in social contexts. Her publications (2019-2025) reveal strong thematic continuity in autism research, attention mechanisms, and clinical education. Key trends include music's impact on attention, evidence-based practice critiques in autism services, second-language processing interactions, and reading comprehension in traumatic brain injury. The work consistently bridges cognitive theory with speech-language pathology applications. Dr. Fissel teaches core graduate courses including Child Language and Learning II/III (SLPPG 522/533) and Communication Disorders in Autism (SLPPG 623), alongside capstone sequences (SLPPG 505/506/606/607) and thesis supervision (SLPPG 670). Her teaching portfolio demonstrates active mentorship through evidence-based practice instruction and clinical research guidance, preparing students for professional practice in speech-language pathology.

• Autism
• Attention
• Literacy
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Tyler Perrachione is an Associate Professor at the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences within Sargent College at Boston University. He holds affiliations with the Department of Biomedical Engineering. His research focuses on developmental disorders of language and reading, human voice recognition, and the neural mechanisms underlying auditory perception and plasticity. He leads the Communication Neuroscience Research Laboratory, exploring speech processing efficiency, talker adaptation, and atypical neurodevelopment in conditions like autism and dyslexia. Education: Ph.D. in Neuroscience (MIT), M.A. and B.A. in Linguistics and Cognitive Science (Northwestern University). His work bridges cognitive neuroscience, audiology, and clinical linguistics, with a strong emphasis on neuroimaging and behavioral experimental methods. Key interests include how listeners adapt to vocal identity, the role of auditory cortex plasticity in speech processing, and the neural correlates of phonological deficits in reading disabilities. Research highlights include studies on cerebro-cerebellar connectivity in autism, the impact of musical training on auditory coding, and the efficacy of noninvasive neurostimulation in speech motor learning. His interdisciplinary approach addresses both fundamental science and clinical applications, such as improving language interventions for neurodevelopmental disorders.

• Developmental disorders of language and reading
• Human voice recognition
• Social auditory perception
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Pamela K. Smith is a Professor of Economics and Management at the Rady School of Management, University of California San Diego. Her research examines power, status, influence, and hierarchical dynamics in social and organizational contexts, with significant contributions to understanding gender representation in workplaces. Education: Ph.D. in Social Psychology, New York University (2004) Dr. Smith's work investigates how power affects cognitive processing, motivation, and interpersonal behavior. She explores how individuals signal and perceive power through language, nonverbal cues, and decision-making patterns. Her research demonstrates that power increases abstract thinking, alters temporal discounting, and influences social judgments like blame attribution. She also examines gender disparities in professional settings, including women's representation at academic conferences. Her 15 most recent publications (2016-2025) reveal consistent focus on power dynamics across multiple domains. Key trends include the relationship between power and prosocial behavior, the role of communication medium in signaling power, and gender-based inequities in academic and organizational hierarchies. Publications appear in top journals including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. Scientific Awards: No major awards listed in source material Dr. Smith serves on editorial boards for Journal of Personality and Social Psychology and Social Psychological and Personality Science, having previously held associate editor roles at Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin. While specific grant details aren't provided, her sustained publication record in high-impact journals indicates successful research funding. She mentors graduate students through UCSD's Ph.D. program. Dr. Smith leads an active research laboratory investigating power dynamics in everyday contexts, with recent work examining how power manifests through vocal pitch, visual communication, and decision-making processes. Her lab's findings have practical implications for leadership development and creating equitable organizational structures.

• Power and Status
• Social Cognition
• Motivation and Goal Setting
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Dr. Jill L. McNitt-Gray is a Professor of Biological Sciences and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Southern California (USC), serving as Director of the USC Biomechanics Research Laboratory. She also leads the Integrative and Evolutionary Biology Graduate Program, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of genomics, evolution, and physiology. Her academic roles include joint appointments in Biomedical Engineering and affiliations with the Center for Robotics and Embedded Systems, Center for Excellence in Genomic Science, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Education: PhD in Biomechanics (Pennsylvania State University, 1989), MA in Biomechanics (UNC Chapel Hill, 1985), and AB in Mathematics/Statistics (Miami University, 1980). Her research explores mechanisms of multijoint movement control, injury prevention, and human performance optimization across sports, music, and clinical populations. She pioneered biomechanical analysis of wheelchair propulsion mechanics and movement strategies in athletes and musicians. Research Interests: Biomechanics of physically-demanding movements, motor control dynamics, neuromuscular coordination, injury prevention in sports/dance/music, rehabilitation engineering, and comparative biomechanics in mammals. She integrates experimental techniques, computational modeling, and field studies to address these topics. Awards: Recognized as a Fellow of the National Academy of Kinesiology (2023), International Society of Biomechanics (2015), and American Society of Biomechanics (2013). Honored with the Hay Award (2016), Harmon Brown Award (2016), and USC Distinguished Professorship (2016–2019). Her mentorship was acknowledged via the Mellon Award (2010) and leadership of STEM outreach programs. Labs/Teams: Directs USC Biomechanics Research Lab and collaborates with the Sports Science, Engineering, and Technology Academy. Leads the GREU mentorship program and consults for USC Athletics, the Colburn School of Music, and Rancho Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center.

• Biomechanics
• Multijoint Movement
• Motor Control
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Rhonda Hackworth is an Associate Professor of Music Education in the Department of Music at the University of Mississippi, within the College of Liberal Arts. She serves as Head of Music Education and Graduate Program Coordinator, overseeing graduate studies and directing thesis and dissertation research. Her academic work bridges teaching, research, and performance, with a strong focus on the health and pedagogical development of music educators. Research Interests: Dr. Hackworth specializes in vocal health for music teachers and students, examining how teaching practices affect vocal well-being. She also investigates music perception, particularly how textual and musical elements interact to shape emotional responses. Her research contributes to both pedagogical strategies and occupational health in music education. She has published in leading journals such as Journal of Research in Music Education , International Journal of Music Education , and Journal of Music Teacher Education . Her publications reflect a consistent focus on vocal health, teacher training, and music cognition. Themes across her work include the impact of teaching experience on vocal strain, vocal hygiene awareness among educators, and the perceptual effects of music-text interactions. She actively presents her findings at international, national, and state-level conferences across the U.S. and abroad, including in Greece, China, and Italy. Scientific Awards: No specific awards mentioned in the text. Dr. Hackworth advises graduate students in music education, supervising theses and dissertations. She teaches foundational and advanced graduate courses such as Foundations of Music Education (MUS 619) , Research in Music Education (MUS 620) , and Intelligent Music Teaching (MUS 622) . While no grants are explicitly mentioned, her sustained research output and conference presence suggest active scholarly engagement. Her educational leadership extends beyond the classroom into program coordination and curriculum development. Dr. Hackworth is affiliated with the Department of Music at the Oxford campus of the University of Mississippi. She is part of the Graduate Program in Music (M.M.) and contributes to the academic and artistic mission of the College of Liberal Arts. Though no formal lab or research center is named, her work likely involves collaborative research teams and student-led projects in music education and vocal health.

• Music Education
• Vocal Health
• Music Perception
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Cynthia F. Moss is a Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins University (JHU), with joint appointments in Neuroscience and Mechanical Engineering. She directs the Comparative Neural Systems and Behavior Laboratory (Bat Lab), investigating neural mechanisms of sensory perception and spatial navigation in echolocating bats. Her work combines neurophysiology, behavioral ecology, and engineering to study how bats process auditory information for navigation, communication, and obstacle avoidance. Dr. Moss earned a B.S. (summa cum laude) from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and a Ph.D. from Brown University. She held prior faculty positions at Harvard University and the University of Maryland, where she directed the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science graduate program. Her research has received prestigious awards including the Hartmann Award (2017), James McKeen Cattell Award (2018), and Alexander von Humboldt Research Prize (2019). Her research focuses on sensory coding of natural stimuli, spatial perception, attention, and adaptive motor control. Key findings include discoveries about 3D auditory space representation in the midbrain, age-resistant hearing in bats, and the role of wing hairs in flight control. Her lab employs innovative techniques like wireless neural recording, two-photon imaging, and DREADDs-mediated inactivation to study neural circuits. Dr. Moss collaborates across disciplines, bridging neurobiology, robotics, and sensory systems engineering. Her work informs biomimetic technologies for sonar navigation and adaptive control systems. She actively mentors students and postdocs in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Whiting School of Engineering, and School of Medicine at JHU.

• Sensory coding
• Auditory neuroscience
• Spatial perception
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Dr. Jeffrey Proudfoot is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Computer Information Systems Department at Bentley University. He holds a Research Affiliate position at MIT's Cybersecurity at MIT Sloan (CAMS) center and coordinates the Business Core course CS305. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Arizona, and M.S./B.S. from the University of Utah. Teaching focuses on business process management, ERP systems, and information security. His research examines cybersecurity regulations, corporate board governance of cyber risk, behavioral information security, and deception detection. Recent publications explore cybersecurity investment decisions, regulatory impacts, and human factors in security compliance. Articles demonstrate consistent focus on organizational risk management and behavioral aspects of cybersecurity. Awards include: AIS Best Information Systems Publication Award Leads multiple industry partnerships with organizations including Google, Boston Consulting Group, and Department of Homeland Security. Research has been presented to congressional committees and Fortune-50 boards.

• Cybersecurity Regulations
• Corporate Governance of Cyber Risk
• Behavioral Information Security
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Dr. Justin John Moniz is an Associate Professor of Vocal Performance and Associate Director of Vocal Performance & Coordinator of Vocal Pedagogy at New York University's Steinhardt School. His roles include leading NYU's graduate vocal pedagogy program, teaching courses on pedagogic theory and applied voice, and directing the award-winning NYU Pop/Rock Ensemble. Additionally, he serves as a vocal faculty member at Manhattan School of Music and Hawaii Performing Arts Festival's Executive Director. He is a 2025 Ellen Faull Master Teacher and recipient of NYU's Steinhardt Teaching Excellence Award. Education: Four degrees from Florida State University, University of Miami, and SUNY Potsdam, with certifications from Harvard Business School, Duke University, and NASM. Notable awards include Yamaha's Top 40 Music Educator and recognition as one of Florida State's Notable Noles and Miami's 30 Under 30. Research focuses on vocal pedagogy, vocal hygiene, and outreach programs like NYU's Vocal Pedagogy Outreach Program (VPOP), which has engaged 1,800+ students in underserved communities. His work bridges voice science with sports medicine, emphasizing vocal load management and sustainability. Over 30 peer-reviewed articles by his students reflect his mentorship impact. Awards include The American Prize in Vocal Performance (three-time winner), BroadwayWorld accolades, and leadership roles in NATS-NYC as President. His administrative achievements include securing $2M in grants for Hawaii Performing Arts Festival, doubling its enrollment. Performance highlights include over 90 opera/musical theatre roles, a debut album *Along the Way*, and collaborations with orchestras like Chicago Symphony Center. He also directs NYU's Broadway Orchestra and leads ArtsBridge Summer Program for high school singers.

• Vocal Pedagogy
• Performance Studies
• Vocal Hygiene & Wellness
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Zoe Kriegel, Ph.D., CCC-SLP is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Communication Disorders at the University of Wyoming. She holds a Ph.D. (2022), M.S. (2018), and B.S. (2016) from Bowling Green State University and Kent State University respectively, with a research focus on speech motor control in individuals with Parkinson Disease. Ph.D., Bowling Green State University, 2022 M.S., Bowling Green State University, 2018 B.S., Kent State University, 2016 Her research examines how competing cognitive demands affect speech production, using dual-task paradigms and cognitive-linguistic interference to analyze changes in speech acoustics, kinematics, and facial muscle activity. This work aims to improve clinical assessment and intervention strategies for speech disorders in Parkinson's patients. Recent publications highlight her expertise in speech kinematics, dual-task performance, and cognitive-speech interactions. Dr. Kriegel teaches courses on neurological communication disorders and voice disorders, contributing to both graduate and undergraduate education in speech-language pathology.

• Speech Motor Control
• Parkinson Disease
• Speech Kinematics
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Dr. Sarah Berger is a Full Professor at the College of Staten Island, CUNY. Her research focuses on infant development, particularly the interplay between motor skills, sleep, and cognitive processes. She leads the Child Development Lab, exploring how locomotion and postural control influence problem-solving and learning in infants. Her educational background includes a PhD and MA from New York University and a BA from the University of Texas. Notable awards include National Science Foundation grants (2020-2023, 2016-2021) and a Fulbright Research Fellowship (2010-2011). Research interests include cognition-action trade-offs, sleep's role in motor learning, and the impact of motor delays on learning. Collaborations involve Dr. Anat Scher (University of Haifa) on sleep and locomotion, and Dr. Regina Harbourne (Duquesne University) on postural control and motor interventions. She also partners with Nanit for sleep-motor development studies. Key findings highlight sleep's role in enhancing problem-solving after learning, and the cognitive demands of balancing during reaching tasks. Her work bridges developmental psychology, physical therapy, and neuroscience. Scientific Awards: NSF Awards (2020-2023, 2016-2021), Fulbright Fellowship Advising: Mentor to over 20 students in experimental and observational studies Labs/Teams: Child Development Lab, collaborations with NYU and Duquesne University

• Infant Development
• Cognitive Development
• Motor Learning
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Laura Dilley is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Communicative Sciences and Disorders at Michigan State University. She holds a Ph.D. in Speech and Hearing Biosciences and Technology from MIT and Harvard (2005) and a B.S. in Brain and Cognitive Sciences from MIT (1997). Her research focuses on phonetics, prosody, and speech processing, with significant work on cochlear implants, infant-directed speech, and the cognitive mechanisms of spoken language understanding. Education: B.S., Brain and Cognitive Sciences, MIT (1997) Ph.D., Speech and Hearing Biosciences and Technology, MIT and Harvard (2005) Her publications span prosodic transcription systems, auditory rhythm discrimination, cochlear implant-related speech processing, and AI applications in clinical practice. Recent work explores generative AI risks and QAnon propaganda as information warfare. Earlier studies examine speech segmentation, perceptual isochrony, and acoustic variability in infant-directed speech. Laura’s research integrates neuroscience, linguistics, and technology to address challenges in language development and speech intelligibility. She actively investigates the interplay between distal speech rate, prosodic cues, and contextual predictability in spoken communication.

• Phonetics
• Phonology
• Speech and Hearing Biosciences
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