Jonathan Brumberg

Jonathan Brumberg is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Kansas, with secondary appointments in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and affiliations with the Neuroscience and Bioengineering Graduate Programs. He earned a Ph.D. in Cognitive and Neural Systems from Boston University (2009), preceded by degrees in Philosophy and Computer Science from the University of Delaware (2002 and 2001). His research focuses on the neural mechanisms of speech production and brain-machine interfaces (BMIs) for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), particularly using EEG to decode motor imagery for speech synthesis.

Education:

• Ph.D., Cognitive and Neural Systems, Boston University, 2008
• B.A., Philosophy, University of Delaware, 2002
• B.S., Computer and Information Science, University of Delaware, 2001

Brumberg’s work bridges speech neuroscience, neural engineering, and assistive technology. His NIH-funded research develops non-invasive BMIs for individuals with neuromotor deficits, emphasizing multimodal feedback in speech synthesis. Publications highlight applications in EEG signal processing, feature matching for AAC devices, and cortical dynamics during speech tasks. His articles span journals like Journal of Speech, Language and Hearing Research and IEEE Transactions, with a 2015 EURASIP Best Paper Award.

His collaborative efforts include studies on ECoG decoding, speech prosody visualization, and clinical implementations of BCIs for ALS patients. Teaching areas include speech science, neuroscience, and neuroimaging. He serves as Associate Editor for Brain-Computer Interfaces and is affiliated with the Society for Neuroscience, ASHA, and BCI Society.