Todd Braver

Todd Braver is a Professor of Psychological & Brain Sciences, Radiology, and Neuroscience at Washington University in St. Louis, holding the William R. Stuckenberg Professorship in Human Values and Moral Development. He leads the Cognitive Control and Psychopathology (CCP) Lab, focusing on understanding the brain mechanisms underlying cognitive control, attention, and working memory. His research integrates behavioral analysis, neuroimaging, computational modeling, and studies on individual differences and clinical populations.

• Education: PhD and MS from Carnegie Mellon University; BS from University of California, San Diego.

Braver’s research investigates how cognitive control breaks down in neuropsychiatric disorders like schizophrenia and explores interventions such as mindfulness training. Recent work emphasizes neural coding, dual mechanisms of control, and interdisciplinary approaches to cognitive neuroscience.

His scientific awards include the William R. Stuckenberg Professorship. The CCP Lab also advocates for diversity in science, emphasizing the importance of equity and inclusion in research practices and outcomes.