Imma Concepció Clemente Lapena

Imma Concepció Clemente Lapena is a Professor at the University of Barcelona (UB), affiliated with the Department of Clinical Psychology and Psychobiology within the Faculty of Psychology. She completed her Biology degree (1982) and PhD (1988) at the University of Barcelona and Autonomous University of Barcelona, respectively. Her research focuses on neurogenetics, cognitive aging, and neuroplasticity, using electrophysiological and neuroimaging techniques as endophenotypes. She has held roles such as Faculty Secretary (1995–1997) and Vice-Dean of Research and Innovation (until 2017).

• Education:
• Bachelor’s in Biology, University of Barcelona (1982)
• PhD in Biology, Autonomous University of Barcelona (1988)

Research Interests: Her work integrates genetics, neuroscience, and cognition. Key areas include:
- Genetic influences on cognitive aging and attention
- Neuroplasticity post-stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Electrophysiological markers (EEG/ERP) for emotional and cognitive processing
- Neurogenetics of alcoholism and neuropsychiatric disorders

Recent Projects: Current studies explore genetic loci in emotional cognition via EEG, and sex-specific APOE ε2 effects on cognitive performance. Past projects include stroke recovery prediction using MRI connectomics and dopamine gene interactions in attentional control.

• Grants & Collaborations:
• AgAUR-funded Cognitive Neuroscience Research Group (2018–2020)
• Ministry of Economy-supported auditory cognition studies (2016–2018)
• La Marató de TV3 project on stroke rehabilitation (2017–2020)

Lab Leadership: Leads the Brainlab - Cognitive Neuroscience Research Group with 20+ active members, including collaborators like Carles Escera and Marc Via. Former members include experts in auditory neuroscience and cognitive psychology.