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Dr. Branislava Curcic-Blake is an Associate Professor with Ius Promovendi at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, affiliated with the Department of Biomedical Sciences of Cells & Systems. Her research focuses on brain connectivity, neuropsychiatry, and brain stimulation, particularly in contexts like schizophrenia and hallucinations. She leads the Clinical Cognitive Neuropsychiatry Research Program (CCNP) and holds roles in organizations such as the International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) and the Schizophrenia International Research Society. Her recent work includes studies on cortical activation via fNIRS, hallucination clustering via online surveys, and the efficacy of combined cognitive and brain stimulation therapies.
- Education: Doctorate in Neuroscience (not explicitly stated, inferred from title).
Her research interests span neuroimaging techniques, brain dynamics, and translational approaches to mental health. She has published extensively on topics like auditory hallucinations in schizophrenia and the acute effects of physical activity on brain function.
Dr. Curcic-Blake is involved in multiple institutional roles, including membership in the Health in Context UMCG Institute's management team and the Dutch Neurofederation's board. Her interdisciplinary work bridges clinical practice and neuroscience, addressing gaps in understanding neuropsychiatric conditions.
