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Judy L. Thompson, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) with joint appointments in the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Neuroscience. She leads research projects focused on auditory and visual processing in schizophrenia and psychosis risk, utilizing EEG, PET imaging, and retinal biomarkers.
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (2006) from the University of Pittsburgh
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Schizophrenia Research at Columbia University (2006-2009)
- Internship in Psychology at University of Illinois-Chicago (2005-2006)
Her research explores:
- Neurobiological mechanisms of auditory hallucinations and perceptual impairments in schizophrenia
- Retinal biomarkers for cerebral vascular and neurodegenerative changes
- Visual and auditory remediation therapies for cognitive deficits in psychosis
- Dopamine system alterations in schizophrenia and related disorders
Recent publications highlight her work on theta-gamma coupling, EEG protocols for psychosis, and visual remediation strategies. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in psychiatry, neuroscience, ophthalmology, and data science.
Scientific awards include:
- Loan Repayment Program Recipient (2008-2010)
- Bassell Student Publication Award (2005)
- A. David Lazovik Research Award (2004)
- Phi Beta Kappa (1992)
She supervises clinical research staff and students in the Center for Retina and Brain, focusing on diagnostic assessments, cognitive interventions, and translational imaging studies in schizophrenia and heart failure populations.
