Marc Coutanche

Marc Coutanche is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the School of Computing and Information. He holds a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Yale University. His research focuses on the cognitive neuroscience of memory, learning, and perception, with a particular emphasis on neuroimaging analysis methods. His work integrates techniques like fMRI multivariate pattern analysis to explore how the brain encodes and retrieves information across different cognitive tasks.

Dr. Coutanche’s educational background includes advanced training in cognitive neuroscience and psychology. His research interests span the neural mechanisms underlying memory retrieval, the impact of context on recall, and the development of novel neuroimaging methodologies. He has contributed to understanding how symbolic and non-symbolic numerical information is processed, as well as the role of sleep in memory consolidation.

His recent publications highlight advancements in functional lateralization studies, the application of virtual reality for memory research, and the analysis of neural representations in brain regions like the intraparietal sulcus. These studies underscore his interdisciplinary approach, combining cognitive psychology with cutting-edge neuroimaging techniques.

While no specific awards or grants are listed, his extensive publication record reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge in cognitive neuroscience and neuroimaging methodologies. He is actively involved in training future researchers and contributes to academic discourse through peer-reviewed articles and edited volumes like the APA Handbook of Research Methods in Psychology.