جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Auditory Perception
• Language Development
• +۶ مورد دیگر

István Winkler is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology at the Research Centre for Natural Sciences, Hungarian Academy of Sciences. He holds dual degrees in Psychology (Eötvös Loránd University) and Engineering (Budapest University of Technology), with a PhD from the University of Helsinki (1993) and a Doctor of Academy (DSc) from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (2005). His research focuses on auditory perception, neurocognitive mechanisms of speech and language processing, and multi-speaker scene analysis. Notable contributions include studies on sensory memory, attentional processes, and early language development predictors. He leads the Sound and Speech Perception Research Group and has held visiting positions at the University of Leipzig and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Winkler has secured over 20 major grants, including EU Framework Programme projects (SCANDLE, EmCAP) and Hungarian National Research Fund initiatives. His awards include the Samuel Sutton Award (1995) for ERP research and the Kardos Lajos Award (2004, 2015) for psychological contributions. He serves on editorial boards of Magyar Pszichológiai Szemle and the Journal of Psychology , and chairs committees at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. He has advised numerous international collaborations, including the CogNovo Marie Curie ITN and the SCANDLE acoustic scene analysis project. His work bridges cognitive neuroscience, engineering, and computational modeling to understand human auditory processing in complex environments.

Stephen McAdamsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music psychology
• Timbre perception
• Perception and analysis of orchestration
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Stephen McAdams is a Professor at McGill University's Schulich School of Music, holding the Canada Research Chair in Music Perception and Cognition and recognized as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada. He directs the Music Perception and Cognition Laboratory (MPCL) and teaches courses in music perception, timbre analysis, and cognitive dynamics of music listening. His educational background includes a BSc in Psychology from McGill University (1977), PhD in Hearing and Speech Sciences from Stanford University (1984), and HDR (DSc) in Cognitive Psychology from Université Paris Descartes (1996). McAdams' research explores the cognitive and perceptual foundations of musical experience, focusing on timbre perception, orchestration analysis, auditory scene organization, and cross-cultural affective responses in music. His work integrates experimental psychology, acoustics, and computational modeling to understand how listeners process complex musical structures. Research trends from recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on timbre perception in orchestral contexts, cross-cultural emotion studies, and computational modeling of auditory perception. His laboratory develops novel methodologies for analyzing instrumental blending, perceptual layering, and affective responses across diverse musical traditions. Canada Research Chair in Music Perception and Cognition Fellow, Royal Society of Canada As director of the MPCL, McAdams oversees interdisciplinary collaborations investigating the neural and cognitive basis of music perception. The lab's ACTOR Project (Analysis, Creation, and Teaching of ORchestration) bridges scientific research with compositional practice.

• Neuroscience
• Biology
• Mathematical Biology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Norman Lee is an Associate Professor of Biology and Director of Neuroscience at St. Olaf College. His research focuses on sensory systems, particularly auditory mechanisms in animals, with emphasis on frog communication, parasitoid fly behavior, and environmental noise impacts. He holds a position in the Biology department and actively contributes to neuroscience education and research at the college. His work bridges evolutionary biology, neurophysiology, and applied acoustics. Research interests include animal communication strategies under environmental pressures, the coevolution of sensory systems with host-parasitoid interactions, and adaptations to acoustic noise. Lee’s studies often involve experimental approaches to understand how organisms process and respond to complex auditory signals, such as frog vocalizations and parasitoid fly eavesdropping behaviors. His recent articles highlight investigations into temperature effects on host-parasitoid interactions, lung-mediated auditory enhancements in frogs, and the behavioral implications of ambient noise in safety systems. These studies underscore his interdisciplinary approach, integrating biology, physics, and neuroscience. Lee’s work has been supported by grants such as the NSF CAREER award for coevolutionary sensory system studies. Norman Lee’s research also extends to educational initiatives in neuroscience, emphasizing undergraduate involvement in cutting-edge biological research. His lab focuses on experimental and analytical methods to decode sensory adaptations in diverse taxa, contributing to both basic science and applied contexts like urban acoustics and safety signal design.

Tim Gollischمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurobiology
• Retinal Processing
• Neural Coding
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Tim Gollisch is a Professor of Sensory Processing in the Retina at the School of Medicine, University of Göttingen. His research focuses on understanding how retinal neural networks process visual information, emphasizing neural coding and computation. Key areas include retinal dysfunction analysis, optogenetic restoration of vision, and adaptive mechanisms in retinal circuits. Education: Diploma in Physics, University of Heidelberg (2000) PhD in Biophysics, Humboldt University Berlin (2004) Research Interests: Neural coding mechanisms in retinal neurons Synaptic connectivity and functional diversity Optogenetic therapies for degenerative retinal diseases Integration of experimental data with computational models Research Trends in Publications: Advances in nonlinear signal processing and receptive field modeling Applications of machine learning in retinal circuit analysis Investigations into primate retinal responses to natural stimuli Labs/Teams: Head of the Sensory Processing in the Retina research group at University Medical Center Göttingen Collaborations with Harvard University and the Max Planck Institute of Neurobiology

Julie Bertelsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Infant Development
• Attentional Processes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julie Bertels is a developmental cognitive neuroscientist at Université libre de Bruxelles , affiliated with the ULBabyLab (CO3, CRCN) in the Faculty of Psychology and the Laboratoire de Cartographie Fonctionnelle du Cerveau (LCFC) in the Faculty of Medicine. Her research focuses on attentional mechanisms, statistical learning, and their modulation by emotion in early human development, utilizing EEG and MEG neuroimaging techniques. Her work bridges behavioral and neurophysiological approaches, investigating how infants process sensory stimuli and extract environmental regularities. Key themes include the neural basis of visual statistical learning, the role of emotional content in attentional capture, and the neurodevelopmental impacts of prematurity. Recent publications highlight her contributions to advancing optically pumped magnetometer (OPM-MEG) technology for prenatal and infant brain studies, as well as multisensory integration in speech perception. Collaborations span neurodevelopmental disorders, cognitive fatigue, and speech-in-noise perception. Julie supervises doctoral research, including Benocci (2025) on auditory-visual scene analysis and musical skills. Her lab memberships include CO3 , CRCN , and LCFC , integrating psychology, medicine, and engineering perspectives. Current studies examine cortical tracking of speech, statistical learning in premature infants, and the interplay between brain maturation and sensory experience. Her work advances understanding of early cognitive development and neurophysiological methodologies.

• Cochlear Implants
• Binaural Hearing
• Aging
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthew Goupell is a Professor in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences at the University of Maryland. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Michigan State University (2005), an M.S. in Physics (2003), and a B.S. in Physics and Mathematics from Hope College (2001). His research focuses on cochlear implants, binaural hearing, and aging effects in auditory perception, with interdisciplinary expertise spanning physics, electrical engineering, and neuroscience. Goupell co-directs the Center for Comparative Evolutionary Biology of Hearing (C-CEBH) and the UMD-REACH undergraduate training program. He is affiliated with the Neuroscience and Cognitive Science Program (NACS) and the Maryland Language Science Center (LSC). His teaching includes courses like Psychoacoustics (HESP722), Anatomy of Auditory Systems (HESP634), and Professional Development in Research (HESP468H). His research investigates cochlear implant performance, particularly binaural processing, temporal processing deficits in aging populations, and neural models of auditory perception. He has advised numerous graduate students and collaborates on grants exploring implant optimization and auditory signal processing. Goupell's work spans over 100 publications in journals like Journal of the Acoustical Society of America and Ear and Hearing , addressing topics from interaural time differences to cognitive training for implant users. Key collaborations include studies on interaural place-of-stimulation mismatch, spectral-temporal trade-offs in speech understanding, and age-related neural compensation mechanisms. His lab employs advanced acoustic simulations and computational models to advance cochlear implant technology and rehabilitative strategies.

• Perception-Action Systems
• Robotics
• Sports Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Michael McBeath is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Arizona State University (ASU), with additional roles as adjunct faculty in Kinesiology, Neuroscience, Life Sciences, Animal Behavior, Electrical Engineering, the School of Arts, Media, and Engineering, and ASU’s Global Sport Institute. His research focuses on computational modeling of perception-action systems in dynamic environments, blending psychology, engineering, and robotics. He holds a B.A. from Brown University (Psychology & Electrical Engineering), an M.S. from UC Santa Barbara (Electronic Instrumentation), and a Ph.D. from Stanford University (Psychology with Electrical Engineering minor). His work explores interception strategies in sports, robotics, and animal behavior, alongside auditory perception and navigation. Notable projects include the linear optical trajectory theory for baseball catching, robotic ball-interception algorithms, and studies on human perception biases. McBeath has secured grants from NSF, ONR, and Interval Corporation. His research has been published widely, including in Science , and popularized through media like Saturday Night Live. Beyond academia, he plays harmonica and contributes to outreach initiatives like the ASU Brain Fair. His teaching spans perception, human factors, and research methods. McBeath’s interdisciplinary collaborations span robotics, music, and neuroscience, reflecting his commitment to bridging theoretical and applied research.

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Neurobiology
• Sensory Processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yi Zhou is an Associate Professor in the College of Health Solutions at Arizona State University (ASU), with interdisciplinary faculty status in the School of Life Sciences and School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering. She holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University and conducted postdoctoral research at Johns Hopkins University. Her research investigates the neurobiological mechanisms underlying auditory perception, focusing on sound localization and segregation in multisensory environments. This work integrates human/animal behavioral studies, cortical neurophysiology, and computational modeling to understand primate auditory processing. Education includes a B.S. (1996) and M.S. (1999) in Biomedical Engineering from Zhejiang and Tsinghua Universities in China, followed by a Ph.D. from Boston University (2005). She has led multiple NIH-funded projects, including studies on neural computations in communication sound recognition and visual modulation of auditory spatial processing. Her teaching spans courses in hearing science, neuroscience research methods, and scientific writing. Research activity includes over 20 peer-reviewed publications exploring topics like binaural processing ambiguities, multisensory spatial interactions, and cochlear implant efficacy in single-sided deafness. Her grants total over $5M in funding from agencies like NIDCD and NSF. Advising focuses on graduate training in auditory neuroscience and interdisciplinary systems engineering. Key research themes involve understanding how sensory systems combine auditory and visual cues to localize sound sources, particularly in complex environments. This includes modeling neural mechanisms of spatial perception and studying adaptive behaviors in hearing-impaired populations.

James A Simmonsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• auditory system
• Bats
• biosonar
• +۲ مورد دیگر

James A Simmons is a Professor of Biology at Brown University with primary affiliation in the Department of Neuroscience. His research focuses on the biological sonar systems of bats, particularly the big brown bat (Eptesicus fuscus), studying how these animals process ultrasonic, frequency-modulated echolocation sounds to create neural representations of their target scenes. PhD, Princeton University (1969) MA, Princeton University (1968) BA, Lafayette College (1965) Simmons' research spans multiple dimensions of bat biosonar, including auditory system processing, target shape perception, clutter rejection mechanisms, and neural representation of acoustic environments. His work integrates neurophysiological, behavioral, and computational approaches to understand how bats create 'natural images' from neural reconstruction of target scenes. His laboratory has made significant contributions to understanding how echolocating bats overcome challenges like range ambiguity in cluttered surroundings, how they process phase information for high-resolution spatial imaging, and how they segregate ambiguous pulse-echo streams. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on biosonar imaging mechanisms, with particular emphasis on how bats process complex acoustic environments. His work bridges neuroscience, sensory biology, and bioacoustics, with implications for biomimetic sonar systems and understanding neural computation principles. NIMH Research Scientist Development Award (Level II) Elected Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America Elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science Silver Medal in Animal Bioacoustics, Acoustical Society of America Elected Fellow, International Society for Neuroethology Professor Simmons has mentored numerous students and collaborators who have contributed to his extensive publication record spanning over four decades. His teaching includes NEUR 0650/1065 (Biology of Hearing) and specialized courses like NEUR 1940B on Deep Learning in Neuroethology and Neuroethology. His research has been supported by various funding sources that enabled long-term investigation of bat biosonar systems, including development of sophisticated acoustic measurement systems and computational models of neural processing.

Fred Dickمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Speech Perception
• Cognitive Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fred Dick is a Professor and former Director of the BUCNI (Birkbeck-UCL Centre for Neuroimaging) at Birkbeck, University of London. His primary affiliation is with the Department of Psychological Sciences. His research focuses on auditory and speech processing, attention mechanisms, neuroimaging techniques, and developmental cognitive neuroscience. He has led studies on neural entrainment in ADHD, functional connectivity in congenital amusia, and cross-modal perceptual strategies. His work is supported by grants from prestigious institutions including the National Institutes of Health, European Commission, and Royal Society. Notable contributions include developing the Multidimensional Battery of Prosody Perception (MBOPP) and pioneering studies on auditory sequence processing in primates. Key themes in his research include: neural correlates of attention, developmental disorders affecting auditory processing, and the role of musical expertise in sensory learning. His interdisciplinary approach integrates fMRI, EEG, and behavioral methods to map brain function across populations. He has published extensively on topics like cortical laminar dynamics, neuroimaging techniques for myelination assessment, and the evolution of auditory pathways. His findings have advanced understanding of how attention modulates auditory processing and how neural networks adapt to sensory challenges.

• Neurosciences
• Brainwide activity modulation
• Functional Ultrasound imaging
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Agnes Landemard is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London, working in the laboratory of Prof. Matteo Carandini and Prof. Kenneth Harris since 2022. She holds a PhD from École Normale Supérieure, Paris, where she conducted research on large-scale representations of natural sounds in ferret auditory cortex under the supervision of Prof. Shihab Shamma and Dr. Yves Boubenec. Her research focuses on how arousal and behavioral state modulate brainwide activity, using functional Ultrasound imaging (fUSI) to measure changes in blood flow in depth in the brain of awake, behaving mice. Her work bridges neuroimaging techniques with behavioral neuroscience to understand neural population dynamics. Dr. Landemard's recent publications demonstrate expertise in both auditory processing and brainwide hemodynamic responses, with a particular emphasis on how natural sounds are encoded in auditory cortex and how blood volume fluctuations reflect opposing neural populations. Her research combines experimental neuroscience with advanced imaging techniques to address fundamental questions about brain function. She is fluent in both French and English, enabling her to collaborate across international research communities. Her work has accumulated 34 total citations with 12 recent citations, indicating growing impact in the field of systems neuroscience and neuroimaging.

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Sensory Processing
• Neural Circuits
• +۵ مورد دیگر

PD Dr. Michael Pecka is a Senior Lecturer and neurobiologist at the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), affiliated with the Division of Neurobiology under Prof. Benedikt Grothe. His research focuses on understanding how neural circuits process sensory information during natural behaviors, particularly auditory processing and active sensing. He leads the Pecka Lab, which develops innovative paradigms like the Sensory Island Task (SIT) to study sensory-based navigation, decision-making, and spatial processing in both rodents and humans. Research Interests: Neural mechanisms of active sensing Spatial processing in auditory systems Behavioral neuroscience and naturalistic environments Role of inhibition and temporal precision in sensory coding Cochlear implants and neural adaptation Lab Projects: Active Listening: Auditory circuit analysis during self-motion HippoSIT: Hippocampal spatial representations during navigation spa-CI-al: Spatial processing with cochlear implants Grants & Collaborations: Secured funding for projects on spatial coding and cochlear implants. Collaborates with researchers at Oldenburg University, Florence (Kreuz lab), and others. Labs & Teams: Pecka Lab at LMU’s Biocenter, part of the broader Neurobiology Division.

Edward Largeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Music Psychology
• Dynamical systems
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Edward Large is a Professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences at the University of Connecticut. His research focuses on the interdisciplinary study of auditory neuroscience, music psychology, and dynamical systems, with additional interests in ecological psychology and perception-action-cognition. He is recognized for his leadership as President of the Society for Music Perception and Cognition. Professor Large's research program integrates computational modeling with experimental approaches to understand neural mechanisms of rhythm perception, music cognition, and auditory processing. Key areas include neural oscillations, sensorimotor synchronization, and neurodynamic modeling of musical phenomena. His work bridges theoretical neuroscience with practical applications in neurotechnology and clinical interventions. Analysis of recent publications (2022-2025) reveals three dominant research streams: (1) Development of computational tools for neural data analysis (e.g., GrFNN Toolbox) and music visualization systems, (2) Clinical applications of music-based interventions for neurological conditions, and (3) Fundamental research on neural entrainment mechanisms during rhythm processing. These publications demonstrate consistent innovation in methodology and theory across auditory neuroscience and music cognition domains. Honors and Awards: President, Society for Music Perception and Cognition

Najla Azaiez Zammit Chattiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Foreign Language Learning
• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Najla Azaiez Zammit Chatti is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Jyväskylä’s Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology. Her work focuses on understanding brain processes related to foreign language learning, particularly using immersive virtual reality (VR) and haptic technologies. She investigates how social interaction in VR environments influences adult language acquisition and sensory processing. Her research integrates behavioral and electrophysiological methods to explore cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying language learning and developmental disorders. Key research interests include speech perception, reading difficulties in children, attention deficit effects on learning, and neuroplasticity. She collaborates with the Active Mind Lab (studying speech/facial expression processing) and NeuroCognition Lab (focusing on learning difficulties’ cognitive foundations). Her publications (2018–2023) examine electrophysiological markers of language processing in diverse populations, including children with reading or attention deficits. Notable work includes studies on P3a auditory responses, brain correlates of speech/print processing, and VR’s role in foreign language acquisition.

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Speech Processing
• Cochlear Implants
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Chin-Tuan Tan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, University of Texas at Dallas. His research focuses on auditory neuroscience, cochlear implants, and speech processing, with a particular emphasis on understanding neural mechanisms underlying speech perception in hearing-impaired listeners. His work integrates electrophysiological measurements (e.g., auditory evoked potentials, ERP, fMRI) with advanced signal processing techniques to improve cochlear implant outcomes and evaluate speech quality metrics. Key research areas include neural entrainment to speech signals, cross-frequency coupling in auditory processing, and the development of objective neurophysiological metrics for sound quality assessment in cochlear implant users. He has extensively studied the effects of noise suppression algorithms, spectral distortion, and acoustic models on speech perception, with applications in real-time adaptive hearing solutions. His contributions address critical challenges in cochlear implant design, including frequency table optimization, noise robustness, and binaural hearing restoration. Recent studies explore the electrophysiological correlates of pitch perception in electric-acoustic stimulation environments and the impact of sound level control on spatial auditory attention. His interdisciplinary approach bridges electrical engineering, neuroscience, and audiology, aiming to enhance speech understanding and quality of life for hearing-impaired populations.