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Pasquale Bottalico serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science at the University of Illinois, with dual appointments as Associate Professor at the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and Affiliate Faculty in the School of Music. His unique interdisciplinary profile bridges engineering, music performance, and speech science, reflecting his dual academic training and professional artistry. His educational foundation includes: Bachelor's in Telecommunications Engineering from Univeristà Mediterranea di Reggio Calabria, Italy Concurrent Opera Singing degree from F. Cilea Music Academy, Reggio Calabria Master's in Telecommunications Engineering from Politecnico di Torino, Italy Ph.D. in Metrology specializing in acoustics measurement uncertainty and classroom acoustics Dr. Bottalico's research centers on vocal load quantification and professional voice techniques , with significant contributions to understanding vocal fatigue in teachers and singers. His work spans Speech Intelligibility in educational environments, Room Acoustics for performance and learning spaces, and Musical Acoustics of historical vocal styles. A distinctive thread throughout his research examines how acoustic conditions modulate voice production and perception, increasingly incorporating virtual reality and bone conduction technologies for innovative assessment and intervention approaches. His Colombian vocal health study demonstrates cross-cultural applications of his work. Analysis of his 2023-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) The impact of noise and dysphonia on children's speech processing in educational settings, using multimodal assessment including EEG; (2) Virtual reality applications for voice production research and therapeutic intervention; (3) Cross-cultural validation of vocal fatigue metrics and development of biofeedback systems. His work consistently bridges engineering precision with clinical applicability, particularly for professional voice users in challenging acoustic environments. No scientific awards were documented in the available information. While specific advising relationships aren't detailed, his research collaborations span international institutions including Colombian and Italian universities, suggesting graduate mentorship in interdisciplinary projects. No grant information was provided, though his systematic reviews and cross-cultural studies imply externally funded research activities. Though no dedicated laboratory is specified, his virtual reality voice studies and acoustic parameter assessments suggest affiliations with audio engineering facilities and voice clinics, likely through the Speech and Hearing Science department's research infrastructure.

• Vocal Load
• Professional Voice Techniques
• Singer Techniques
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Irene Taurino is an Assistant Professor (tenure track) in the Faculty of Engineering Science at KU Leuven, affiliated with the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT). She leads the Laboratory of Electrochemical Materials and Bio Interfaces (eMATI), focusing on nano- and microtechnologies for biomedical applications. Her work emphasizes developing advanced electrochemical systems for therapeutic and sensing purposes, including biodegradable platforms and stretchable substrates. Research Interests: Electrochemistry, Nanotechnology, (Bio)sensing, Drug delivery, Bimetals/Metal Oxides, and Smart materials. Projects include HumiPlast (plant transpiration sensors), QuantPAH (firefighter health monitoring), and TALENT (thin-film deposition technologies). She holds leadership roles in Leuven One Health, LIMNI, and the Plant Institute. Advising & Grants: Promotes/Co-promotes 10+ projects on biosensors, CO2 electroreduction, and smart farming. Key roles in funding initiatives like EU Horizon and industry partnerships. Labs/Teams: Heads eMATI, fostering interdisciplinary research in bioelectronics and soft materials. Emphasizes creativity and translational research from fundamental science to practical applications.

• Electrochemistry
• Nanotechnology
• Microfabrication
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Payton Brown, AuD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the USC Caruso Department of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. She specializes in clinical audiology, focusing on hearing loss evaluation and rehabilitation for adults and children, with particular expertise in cochlear implants and assistive listening technologies. Dr. Brown emphasizes equitable access to high-quality care and patient empowerment through evidence-based practices. Education: Doctor of Audiology (AuD) from the University of Texas at Dallas, with an externship at Keck Medicine of USC. Research Interests: Dr. Brown’s work centers on advancing hearing healthcare accessibility, including over-the-counter hearing aid innovations and clinical service delivery. She advocates for inclusive practices to support diverse patient needs, leveraging both clinical and personal insights to improve patient outcomes. Affiliations: Member of the American Academy of Audiology and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Labs/Teams: Active within the USC Caruso Department’s clinical and educational initiatives, though specific lab affiliations are not detailed in the text.

• Audiology
• Hearing Rehabilitation
• Cochlear Implants
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Takako Fujioka is an Associate Professor of Music at Stanford University, affiliated with the Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA). Her research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying auditory perception, auditory-motor coupling, and music-supported therapy for neurorehabilitation. She holds a Ph.D. in Physiology from the Graduate University for Advanced Studies, Japan, and M.Sc./B.Eng. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Waseda University. Her work combines neurophysiological techniques such as MEG and EEG to study brain plasticity in development, aging, and stroke recovery. Notable contributions include investigating how music influences motor and cognitive recovery in stroke patients, as well as exploring the neural basis of musical perception through rhythmic synchronization and pitch discrimination studies. Supported by awards from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research during her postdoctoral work at the Rotman Research Institute, her research bridges clinical neuroscience and music cognition. Dr. Fujioka’s expertise spans auditory neuroscience, neurorehabilitation, and technology-assisted music therapy. She has pioneered studies on tactile mapping for cochlear implant users and networked music performance systems, emphasizing cross-modal perception and human-technology interaction. Her findings contribute to both theoretical understanding of auditory processing and practical applications in medical and educational settings. Awards: Canadian Institutes of Health Research Awards (postdoctoral phase) Labs/Teams: CCRMA, Stanford Music Perception Laboratory, Rotman Research Institute collaborations Key Themes: Neuroplasticity, Music-Mediated Rehabilitation, Auditory-Motor Integration, Multisensory Processing Her recent work examines aging-related changes in binaural hearing and the role of beta/gamma oscillations in rhythmic processing. She advocates for translational research that connects neural mechanisms with real-world therapeutic interventions.

• Auditory Perception
• Neural Oscillations
• Auditory-Motor Coupling
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Dr. Etienne Gaudrain is a permanent Researcher at the Lyon Neuroscience Research Center (CRNL) , Université Lyon 1, France, and a Visiting Researcher at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), Netherlands. His work focuses on auditory perception, particularly in cochlear implant users, and he has co-supervised multiple PhD and Master’s students across institutions. Current affiliation: Université Lyon 1, Faculty of Medical Sciences Secondary affiliation: University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) Education: PhD in Acoustics, Université Lyon 1 (2008) Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches (HDR), Université Lyon 1 (2021) M.Sc. in Acoustics, École Centrale de Lyon / Université Lyon 1 (2004) M.Sc. in Engineering, École Centrale de Lyon (2004) Research interests span auditory scene analysis, speech perception, cochlear implants, pitch and vocal tract length perception, and perceptual integration of speech features. He has contributed to understanding how cochlear implant users segregate concurrent speech and perceive vocal characteristics, developing novel methodologies like Zebra-speech to study sequential aspects of auditory processing. His work has involved collaborations with institutions in France, UK, Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. He has served as an ad-hoc reviewer for journals such as The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America and organized multiple international workshops on speech-in-noise research. Supervision and Grants: Supervised 5 PhD students (2012–2025), including Floris Rotteveel (dual PhD 2022–2025) and Moïra-Phoebé Huet (2016–2019) Coordinated or contributed to grants totaling over €2.5 million, including an NWO VICI grant (€1.5M, 2017) and an ERA-NET CoSySpeech grant (€844k, 2021) Labs and Teams: Auditory Cognition and Psychoacoustics team, CRNL, Lyon Speech Perception group, UMCG, Groningen Collaborations with MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (Cambridge, UK), CNBH (Cambridge), and international researchers

• Auditory Scene Analysis
• Speech Perception
• Cochlear Implants
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Prof. Waldemar Kolanus leads the Molecular Immunology and Cell Biology department at the University of Bonn's Life & Medical Sciences Institute (LIMES) . His research bridges immunoregulation , stem cell dynamics , and metabolic stress responses in immune cells. Unit 2 member at LIMES Principal investigator in SFB 704 and ImmunoSensation Cluster Leads a multidisciplinary lab with postdocs, PhD students, and technical staff His work focuses on intracellular signaling pathways connecting immune activation to tissue homeostasis, particularly through: Cytohesin proteins in integrin-mediated adhesion and migration TRIM71 in stem cell regulation and congenital hydrocephalus High-salt environments affecting macrophage function Publication trends show expertise in immune cell migration , genetic models , and chemical inhibition , with frequent use of mice and zebrafish for in vivo studies. Key articles explore: TRIM71's dual role in auditory development and germ cell maintenance Cytohesin family's Golgi regulation and insulin signaling Ruxolitinib's off-target migration inhibition of dendritic cells Contact details: Address: LIMES Institute, Carl-Troll-Straße 31, Bonn Email: kolanus.sekretariat@uni-bonn.de Phone: +49 228 73-62788

• Molecular Immunology
• Cell Signaling
• Signal Transduction Pathways
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Professor Robert McLaughlin is a faculty member in the School of Biomedicine at the University of Adelaide, affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. He leads the Bioengineering Imaging Group and serves as Managing Director of the start-up Miniprobes. His research focuses on developing optical imaging technologies, including non-invasive tools for blood flow assessment and miniaturized imaging probes. He has secured over $14M in research grants and holds an h-index of 45 with 98 journal papers, 7 patents, and 2 book chapters. Prof. McLaughlin’s career includes roles at the University of Oxford and Siemens Medical Solutions, followed by academic leadership since 2007. His innovations span optical coherence tomography (OCT), fluorescence imaging, and dual-modality systems for clinical applications. Awards include the 2014 WA Innovator of the Year, 2015 Australian Innovation Challenge, and 2016 South Australian Premier’s Research Fellowship. His research emphasizes practical medical solutions, such as imaging needles for deep-tissue diagnostics and optical devices for real-time surgical monitoring. The Bioengineering Imaging Group collaborates with industry and academia to translate technologies into clinical practice.

• Optical Imaging
• Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Devices
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Lee Miller is a Professor in the Department of Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior at the University of California, Davis, College of Biological Sciences. His research integrates neural engineering, physiology, and computational methods to develop communication restoration technologies and investigate sensory processing mechanisms. His primary research interests include neural engineering for speech neuroprosthetics, electrophysiological analysis of speech production, auditory neuroscience, and geometric approaches to neuromuscular signal decoding. He employs surface electromyography (EMG), electroencephalography (EEG), and computational modeling to study brain-machine interfaces for speech restoration and multisensory integration. Recent publications reveal a dominant focus on EMG-based speech neuroprostheses, with geometric and topological analysis of neuromuscular signals emerging as a key methodology. His lab has pioneered non-invasive approaches to speech articulation decoding, created standardized EMG databases, and investigated neural mechanisms of attention in speech-in-noise processing. This work bridges engineering innovation with fundamental neuroscience to address communication disorders. Professor Miller leads the Miller Lab at UC Davis, which specializes in neural engineering for communication restoration. The lab develops real-time speech synthesis systems from neural signals and investigates the physiological basis of speech production and perception using multimodal recording techniques.

• Neural Engineering
• Speech Processing
• Electrophysiology
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Stéphanie P. Lacour is a Full Professor at the School of Engineering, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), where she holds the Foundation Bertarelli Chair in Neuroprosthetic Technology. She leads the Laboratory of Soft Bioelectronic Interfaces (LSBI) and is affiliated with multiple departments including INX-STI, STI-SMT, SV-SSV, and AVP-DLE-EDOC. Since 2025, she has served as EPFL’s Vice-President for Support to Strategic Initiatives, overseeing institutional research strategy. Her research is centered at Campus Biotech in Geneva, where she was the founding director of the Neuro-X Institute. PhD in Electrical Engineering, INSA Lyon, France (1998–2001) Postdoctoral Research, Princeton University and University of Cambridge Joined EPFL in 2011 Her research focuses on soft bioelectronic interfaces that seamlessly integrate with biological tissues. She pioneers the development of stretchable, compliant electronics for implantable and wearable applications, using techniques from MEMS and microelectronics adapted to elastomeric substrates. Her work enables long-term, minimally invasive neural interfacing for applications in neuroprosthetics, rehabilitation, and health monitoring. Key innovations include soft electrocorticography arrays, liquid metal sensors, and encapsulation methods for chronic implants. Her recent publications span high-impact journals such as Nature , Science Robotics , Advanced Materials , and Nature Nanotechnology , covering topics like neural stimulation, soft robotics, wireless implants, and hydrogel-based interfaces . The work demonstrates a strong trend toward multimodal, closed-loop, and translational neurotechnologies with real-world clinical potential. Scientific Awards: No scientific awards explicitly mentioned in the provided text. She advises a large cohort of PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, many of whom have completed their theses under her supervision. Her team has received funding for projects in neural interfacing, bioelectronics, and soft robotics. She is actively involved in teaching courses such as Soft Microsystems Processing and Devices and Neural Interfaces . Lacour leads the Laboratory of Soft Bioelectronic Interfaces (LSBI) , a multidisciplinary research team focused on the fabrication, characterization, and in vivo evaluation of soft bioelectronic systems. The lab collaborates extensively across EPFL and with clinical partners to translate technologies from bench to bedside.

• Bioelectronics
• Neuroprosthetics
• Soft Electronics
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Kara Leyzac is an Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the Medical University of South Carolina . Her work focuses on cochlear implants and hearing loss, with particular emphasis on optimizing implant function and understanding cochlear health's role in auditory outcomes. She holds dual doctoral degrees (AuD/PhD) and is affiliated with the MUSC College of Medicine. Research interests include cochlear implant efficacy, neural health preservation, and patient decision-making regarding implantation. Her work spans clinical trials (e.g., phantom percept treatments) and systematic reviews of long-term outcomes. Over 37 publications highlight contributions to auditory neuroscience, implant design, and rehabilitation strategies. No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Advising and grants sections remain unspecified due to lack of detailed information. Active research areas include electrode placement effects, auditory training protocols, and patient-specific outcomes in adult cochlear implant users.

• Cochlear Implants
• Hearing Loss
• Auditory Prosthetics
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Sohmyung Ha is an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Bioengineering at NYU Abu Dhabi and holds a Global Network position at NYU Tandon School of Engineering. He leads the Integrated BioElectronics Laboratory, focusing on advancing silicon integrated technologies for biomedical applications such as implantable devices and wearable sensors. His expertise spans biomedical circuits, neural interfaces, and wireless power systems. Education: MS (2004, KAIST), PhD (2016, UC San Diego) with a Best Thesis Award. Prior industry experience includes analog circuit design at Samsung Electronics (2006-2010). Academic affiliations include NYU Abu Dhabi, NYU Tandon, and global collaborations. Research interests include high-performance biomedical sensors, neural prosthetics, and energy-efficient bioelectronic systems. Notable achievements include a Best Paper Award (ISCAS 2024) and innovations in impedance spectroscopy and neural interface ICs. Current projects emphasize closed-loop neural interfaces, subcutaneous glucose monitoring, and retinal prostheses. His lab develops miniaturized, power-autonomous systems for healthcare applications.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Neural Engineering
• Wearable Sensors
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Ehsan Azimi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Department of Computer Science at the University of Arizona, where he is also a member of the Graduate Faculty. His research bridges human-AI interactive systems, extended reality, robotics, and human-centered design, with a strong focus on medical applications. His research interests lie in creating synergistic human-AI systems that enhance medical procedures through advanced technologies. Key areas include extended reality for surgical navigation , robotics in minimally invasive surgery , and intelligent user interfaces . His work has led to innovations in smart glasses calibration, intraocular robotic snakes, needle steering, and digital twins for surgical training, all aimed at improving precision, safety, and learning in medicine. The recent articles highlight a consistent trend in medical robotics , augmented reality in surgery , and human-robot collaboration . These works span from hardware development to AI-driven interfaces, emphasizing real-time interaction, user experience, and clinical applicability across disciplines like ophthalmology, otology, and surgical education. Scientific Awards: Siebel Scholar Provost Postdoctoral Fellowship Link Fellowship Ehsan actively mentors students and scholars in research projects, indicating a strong commitment to academic advising. While specific grant details are not listed, his patented technologies and publication record suggest successful funding and translational research outcomes. His work has been featured in Engineering Magazine and other media, reflecting its impact and innovation. His research is conducted within an interdisciplinary lab environment focused on human-centered AI and medical robotics, integrating expertise from computer science, engineering, and clinical medicine to develop next-generation surgical and training systems.

• Human-AI Interaction
• Extended Reality
• Robotics
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Emily Prud'hommeaux is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at Boston College. She holds a B.A. from Harvard University, an M.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a Ph.D. from Oregon Health & Science University. Her research focuses on natural language processing and speech signal processing, particularly in under-resourced and endangered language contexts, with applications to health and accessibility. Her work emphasizes community-centered approaches to language technology, including developing tools for endangered language documentation and supporting neurodiverse communication needs. She co-founded the Computational Linguistics and Speech Processing lab at RIT and leads a lab at Boston College, supported by an NSF DLI grant for corpus development in endangered languages. Recent achievements include student recognitions such as Gavin Zhang’s McCarthy Prize and Neuhauser Award, and Robbie Jimerson’s successful defense of a dissertation on Seneca language ASR. Collaborators include Dr. Eric Le Ferrand (postdoc, 2023) and former student Dr. Zoey Liu, now a faculty member at the University of Florida.

• Natural Language Processing
• Speech Signal Processing
• Computational Linguistics
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Jana Kainerstorfer is a Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), with courtesy appointments in the Neuroscience Institute and Electrical & Computer Engineering. She serves as Associate Department Head for Faculty and Graduate Affairs within the College of Engineering. Her research focuses on developing non-invasive optical imaging methods for disease detection and treatment monitoring, particularly in diffuse optical imaging. Key areas include cerebral hemodynamic monitoring in traumatic brain injury and handheld devices for breast cancer imaging. Dr. Kainerstorfer holds senior membership in the Optical Society of America and has received prestigious awards such as the NIH Trailblazer Award and AHA Scientist Development Grant. She leads the Biophotonics Lab, which bridges engineering and clinical applications, emphasizing translational research. Education: PhD from University of Vienna/NIH (2010), Postdoc at Tufts University Research Interests Her work revolves around biomedical optics , neurophotonics , and medical device innovation . Current projects include: Non-invasive cerebral hemodynamic monitoring Transabdominal fetal pulse oximetry Optical imaging in extreme environments (e.g., freediving physiology) Her lab develops tools like wearable NIRS for marine mammals and self-calibrating pulse oximetry algorithms. Research spans clinical translation and physiological mechanism discovery , with emphasis on microvascular imaging. Awards & Recognition NIH Trailblazer Award (2020) AHA Scientist Development Grant SPIE Fellow (2022) George Tallman Ladd Award (CMU) Lab & Collaborations The Biophotonics Lab collaborates with neurosurgery, oncology, and marine biology teams. Projects address clinical needs in neurocritical care and fetal monitoring, leveraging optical technologies for real-time diagnostics. Ongoing work includes: Optical assessment of cerebral metabolic rates Non-invasive intracranial pressure estimation Multi-modal EEG-NIRS fusion for neural source localization

• Biomedical Optics
• Neurophotonics
• Medical Devices
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Brian Roberts is a Professor at Aston University's School of Psychology within the College of Health and Life Sciences. His primary research focuses on auditory perception, particularly auditory scene analysis and speech perception. He holds a PhD in Experimental Psychology (Auditory Perception) from the University of Cambridge (1989) and has held academic positions at the University of Birmingham (1993-2001) and Aston University since 2005. His work explores perceptual grouping mechanisms, cochlear implant listening, and the neural bases of auditory phenomena. Affiliations: Cognition & Neuroscience Research Group (CNRG), Centre for Vision and Hearing Research Employment History: Reader at University of Birmingham (2001), Senior Lecturer (1999), Lecturer (1993) Research interests include auditory stream segregation, formant analysis, and the effects of stimulus properties on perceptual organization. He has collaborated internationally, including visiting appointments at Macquarie University (2019) and the University of British Columbia (2011). Notable achievements include being elected a Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America (2009). Recent publications investigate factors influencing stream segregation (2024), asymmetric timbre effects (2023), and lexical bias in consonant identification (2022). Current projects explore sudden changes in auditory stimuli and their impact on perceptual grouping. Grants & Funding: Extensive research grants supporting auditory perception studies (details not explicitly listed) Supervised Work: 4 documented supervisees, though names not provided Labs/Teams: Active in the Auditory Perception Laboratory at Aston University, focusing on psychophysical and computational modeling approaches.

• Auditory Perception
• Auditory Scene Analysis
• Speech Perception
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