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Ohad Dan is a Research Fellow at the Yale School of Medicine, working under the mentorship of Prof. Ifat Levy. He holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science, an M.Sc. in Computational Neuroscience, and a Ph.D. in Cognitive Sciences from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, neuroeconomics, and decision-making processes, particularly exploring the interplay between curiosity, exploration drives, and human behavior. Dan employs computational models, functional neuroimaging, and experimental psychology to investigate topics such as information-seeking behavior, risk and ambiguity attitudes, and the neural basis of decision-making in obesity.
Education:
- B.Sc. in Computer Science, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- M.Sc. in Computational Neuroscience, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- Ph.D. in Cognitive Sciences, Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Research interests include decision-making under uncertainty, reinforcement learning, curiosity-driven exploration, and the application of neuroeconomic theories to medical and societal challenges. Dan collaborates with experts in behavioral economics, neuroscience, and psychology, contributing to interdisciplinary forums like the Neuroeconomics@Yale and Wu Tsai Decision-Making Workshop series.
Scientific Awards:
- Harry Hershon Prize for Creative Writing (2014)
- Harry Hershon Prize for Creative Writing (2017)
Professional Activities:
- Organizer of Yale’s Neuroeconomics Forum
- Peer reviewer for journals including PLOS ONE and Cognitive Affective Behavioral Neuroscience
- Alumnus of the Hoffman Leadership and Responsibility Fellowship Program
Ohad Dan actively engages in mentoring and education, emphasizing academic integrity, collaborative learning, and fostering inclusive environments for diverse perspectives.
