جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Social Psychology
• Organizational Psychology
• Service Psychology
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Giuseppe Pantaleo is a Full Professor of Social Psychology at Università Vita Salute San Raffaele (UniSR) since 2016. He has been actively involved in teaching courses such as Medicine as a Human Endeavor and Public Health across various degree programs including Psychology, Medicine, and Global Health. As an academic leader, he has served as President of the Degree Course in Psychological Sciences and Techniques and the Ordering Committee for Political Sciences at UniSR. Education : Degree in Psychology (University of Padova, 1991); Post-graduate grant at University of Muenster (1993-94); PhD in Social Psychology (University of Bielefeld, 1997). Research interests span cognitive, motivational, and emotional social psychology , with specific focus on terror management theory , expectancy violation in relationships , and theoretical model-building . His work often intersects with organizational psychology and social cognition . Scientific contributions include over 190 publications, with recent work analyzing social dynamics under ecological threats , masking effects on attraction , and theoretical blindspots in psychology . He has held editorial roles as Associate Editor of Motivation and Emotion and on committees for Psychology , European Journal of Social Psychology , and other journals. Awards include the 1998 DISSERTATIONSPREIS from Westfälisch-Lippische Universitaetsgesellschaft 2011 Premio Nazionale 'STUDI COGNITIVI' Leadership extends to roles in doctoral colleges, editorial boards (e.g., Motivation Science , Social Psychology ), and national research evaluation committees. His collaborations span institutions in Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

David Stenselمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Exercise Metabolism
• Physical Activity and Health
• Public Health Policy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor David Stensel is a leading academic in Exercise Metabolism and Public Health at Loughborough University, UK. He holds the position of Professor of Exercise Metabolism and serves as Associate Dean for Research in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. His research focuses on the interplay between physical activity, metabolic health, and chronic diseases. He leads the Lifestyle Theme for the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Leicester Biomedical Research Centre and contributes to the International Journal of Obesity as an Associate Editor. Stensel's education includes a BA (Hons) in Sport Studies and History, PGCE in Physical Education and History, MSc in Physical Education and Sports Science, and a PhD funded by the British Heart Foundation, all from Loughborough University. He has held roles such as Associate Dean for Research and Enterprise, and Reader in Exercise Metabolism. His work bridges clinical and population health, addressing obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and post-COVID-19 health outcomes. He co-authored the widely cited textbook Physical Activity and Health: The Evidence Explained , now in its third edition (2021), which examines the role of physical activity in disease prevention. His research also explores appetite regulation, exercise impacts on metabolic biomarkers, and the physiological effects of smoking and sleep disturbance. Key Research Themes: Exercise physiology, metabolic health, chronic disease prevention, post-COVID-19 health, and obesity management. Major Publications: Over 150 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on post-exercise appetite, long-term post-COVID outcomes, and metabolic dysfunction. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2015). Professional Roles: Ethics Review Sub-Committee Chair, editorial board member, and contributor to national health guidelines. Stensel’s work emphasizes translational science, linking experimental findings to public health policy and clinical practice. He collaborates internationally on projects addressing global health challenges like obesity and metabolic syndrome.

Chris Dakinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Vestibular Neuroscience
• Motor Control
• Postural Stability
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Chris Dakin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Science at Utah State University. His research focuses on understanding how sensory information from the vestibular system contributes to movement control and perception, with a particular emphasis on postural stability, locomotion, and fall prevention. He holds a BHK in Human Kinetics and a PhD in Neuromechanics from the University of British Columbia. His postdoctoral work at Baylor College of Medicine and University College London explored visual and vestibular perception in human spatial orientation. Dr. Dakin's research interests include: Vestibular contributions to balance and gait Sensory integration in motor control Environmental factors influencing fall risk Neurological disorders affecting movement perception His recent publications emphasize real-world applications of biomechanical research, including stairway design modifications to reduce fall hazards, and the role of visual contrast in environmental safety. Teaching responsibilities include Biomechanics courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Dakin has mentored six graduate students in kinesiology programs since 2017. His work bridges neuroscience and applied biomechanics, with a focus on translating laboratory findings into practical solutions for improving mobility safety.

• Social Psychology
• Marketing Psychology
• Health Psychology
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Radomír Masaryk is a Professor at Comenius University Bratislava's Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences, affiliated with the Institute of Applied Psychology. He holds academic degrees including Mgr. (2000), PhDr. (2004), PhD (2005), and doc. (2019). His work spans over 20+ years in academia and includes freelance translation and consulting. Research focuses on social, marketing, and health psychology, emphasizing qualitative methods in health communication and decision-making. He leads projects like VEGA-funded studies on vaccination perceptions and media literacy. Active in professional organizations such as the European Health Psychology Society (EHPS), serving as Conference Chair and Executive Committee Member (2024-2026). Teaches courses in social psychology, qualitative methods, and marketing communication psychology. Publications address vaccination messaging failures, health behavior change, and qualitative research integration. His work bridges academic theory with practical applications in education and healthcare systems. Education: 2000: Mgr. in Psychology, Comenius University Faculty of Arts 2004: PhDr. in Social Psychology, Comenius University Faculty of Arts 2005: PhD in Educational Psychology, Comenius University Faculty of Education 2019: Docent in Social and Work Psychology, Comenius University Faculty of Social and Economic Sciences Key Research Areas: Social psychology, health communication, vaccination attitudes, qualitative methodologies, and applied educational technology. Recent work examines pandemic perception, conspiracy beliefs in youth, and habit-based health interventions. Notable Projects: VEGA Grant (2023-2026): Social Representations of COVID-19 Vaccination VEGA Grant (2019-2022): Discerning Trustworthy News in Secondary Schools Microsoft-funded Technology in Education (2009-2014) Professional Roles: Editorial Board Member of Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine , Chair of EHPS 2022 Conference, and member of the International Society of Critical Health Psychology. Labs/Teams: Leads the Institute of Applied Psychology's research initiatives on health behavior and communication, collaborating with global networks like EHPS and EUPRIO.

Mar Cortesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neural Plasticity
• Motor Recovery
• Neurological Disorders
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Mar Cortes, M.D. is a former Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation and Human Performance at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She held adjunct roles as a Lecturer in the Intensive Course in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation at the Berenson-Allen Center for Noninvasive Brain Stimulation, Harvard Medical School. Her research focuses on neural plasticity mechanisms in motor recovery following neurological injuries like stroke and spinal cord injury, combining robotic training and non-invasive brain stimulation techniques. She has explored interventions such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), and spinal associative stimulation to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. Education highlights include a Research Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology at the Burke Neurological Institute, a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at Bellvitge University Hospital (Spain), and an M.D. from the University of the Basque Country. Her work has been recognized with awards including the 2013 Young Investigator Award from the NYC Neuromodulation Conference and the 2012 Neurotrauma Travel Grant from the University of Western Australia. Research interests emphasize clinical applications of neuromodulation and robotics, with studies demonstrating the efficacy of robotic-assisted gait training, the impact of virtual reality on pain management in spinal cord injury patients, and the role of tDCS in enhancing motor recovery. She is affiliated with the Friel Lab, contributing to projects on Motor Recovery and Pain & Sensory Recovery. Her recent work addresses post-acute COVID-19 syndrome's neurological and functional impacts, leveraging interdisciplinary methodologies to advance personalized rehabilitation strategies.

Joshua M Shulmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Alzheimer's Disease
• Parkinson's Disease
• Functional Genomics
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Joshua M Shulman, M.D., Ph.D., is a Professor at Baylor College of Medicine, where he holds joint appointments in Neurology, Neuroscience, and Molecular & Human Genetics. He is also an Investigator at the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (DNRI) at Texas Children’s Hospital and Co-Director of the DNRI. His research integrates human genetics, functional genomics, and Drosophila model systems to study Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, focusing on genetic mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration and aging. Dr. Shulman’s education includes a Medicine MD from Harvard Medical School (2005) and a PhD in Biochemical Sciences from the University of Cambridge (2000). He completed postdoctoral training in neurogenetics and clinical fellowships in movement disorders at Harvard-affiliated institutions. His research interests include: functional genomics of neurodegenerative diseases, integrative genetic analyses in humans and Drosophila, endolysosomal sorting pathways, RNA metabolism, and translational applications of genomic data. Recent work emphasizes longitudinal omics studies in disease models and precision medicine through whole-genome sequencing in clinical settings. Publications highlight advancements in tauopathy mechanisms, lysosomal dysfunction, and cross-species validation of Alzheimer’s risk genes. His team’s work bridges basic and clinical research, with implications for therapeutic targets in neurodegenerative diseases.

Martina Navarroمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Sports Science
• Human Performance Psychology
• Motor Control
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Dr. Martina Navarro is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Portsmouth, affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Health and the School of Psychology, Sport and Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Human Physiology (Neuropsychology) from the University of São Paulo, Brazil, and has conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Bern, Switzerland, and the VU University Amsterdam. Her research focuses on human performance psychology, emphasizing perception, action, cognition, and emotion, with particular attention to the impact of anxiety and stress on decision-making and motor control. Navarro’s work integrates ecological dynamics and nonlinear pedagogy, exploring how training strategies and environmental factors influence athletic performance. She collaborates with sports organizations and has contributed to projects on driver behavior, cycling biomechanics, and athlete development. Her recent studies include reimagining performance spaces in physical education and analyzing gaze behavior in Parkinson’s patients. Her research outputs span over 20 articles in journals such as *Human Movement Science*, *European Physical Education Review*, and *Ergonomics*. She co-authored models for athletic skills development, emphasizing adaptable movement strategies. Navarro is part of the Centre for Integrated Health and Wellbeing, addressing health and wellbeing through interdisciplinary approaches.

• Developmental Psychopathology
• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Developmental Neuroscience
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Professor Stephanie Van Goozen is a faculty member in the School of Psychology at Cardiff University, holding the academic rank of Professor. She also serves as Professor of Developmental Neuroscience at Leiden University, Netherlands. Her roles include Director of the Neurodevelopment Assessment Unit and co-Director of the MSc in Children’s Psychological Disorders. She earned her MSc and PhD from the University of Amsterdam. Her research focuses on developmental psychopathology, particularly the neurodevelopmental mechanisms underlying antisocial behavior from infancy. She employs interdisciplinary methods such as observational studies, cognitive experiments, neuro-endocrinological analyses, and neuroimaging (fMRI/MRI). Her work aims to develop prevention and intervention strategies for children facing early social adversity. Key areas of interest include risk factors for antisocial behavior, emotion regulation, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She collaborates with institutions like the University of Cambridge and the University Medical Centre Utrecht. Her recent publications explore empathy deficits in children with anxiety, executive function in ADHD, and the impact of parental environments on emotional recognition. Professor Van Goozen teaches on modules like PS3414 (Development of Psychopathology in Childhood and Adolescence) and contributes to the MSc program. Her research spans child mental health, psychophysiology, and translational neuroscience, with a focus on translating findings into clinical practice.

• Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis
• Neuroscience
• Immunology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Melanie Gareau leads research on the microbiota-gut-brain axis at the University of California, Davis, focusing on early-life microbiota dysbiosis and its long-term neurological and physiological effects. Her work integrates microbiology, immunology, and neuroscience to address disorders such as Angelman syndrome and postacute COVID syndrome. Education: BS (McGill, 2001), PhD (McMaster, 2006), postdoctoral training (Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto). Grants: Principal Investigator (NIH, FAST Foundation, UC Davis SOM) and Co-Investigator on projects studying microbiome-brain interactions, wound infection impacts, and inflammatory bowel disease models. Research Interests: Microbiota-gut-brain axis development, probiotic interventions, microbial-immune-neural crosstalk, and translational applications in neurological and gastrointestinal diseases. Awards: Chancellor’s Fellow (2023), APS New Investigator Award (2018), multiple travel and fellowship recognitions. Lab: Gareau Lab explores microbiota interactions in health and disease, with projects on microbiome modulation for cognitive benefits and microbiome restoration strategies.

• Age-Related Cognitive Decline
• Cognitive Interventions for Dementia
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elena Carbone is an Assistant Professor at the University of Padova, specializing in cognitive aging and dementia interventions. Her research focuses on age-related cognitive decline, individual differences in cognitive mechanisms, and the efficacy of cognitive stimulation programs for older adults and dementia patients. Key research interests include working memory, spatial cognition, and the role of training features in intervention efficacy. She has also explored the psychological impacts of the pandemic on older adults, sleep-related metacognition, and the neuroprotective effects of pharmacological compounds. Her work emphasizes translational research, combining clinical trials (e.g., Primacare_P3 study) with theoretical contributions to cognitive reserve theory via the 2CR survey. She investigates environmental design (e.g., dementia-friendly care home navigability) and innovative interventions such as music therapy, outdoor horticultural programs, and transcranial direct current stimulation. Notable contributions include systematic reviews on dementia drug efficacy and metacognitive memory training interventions. Publications span 2007–2025, reflecting sustained engagement in gerontology, neuropsychology, and translational research. While no awards are explicitly listed, her work demonstrates impactful contributions to improving cognitive health in aging populations. Her research integrates multidisciplinary approaches, addressing both biological mechanisms (e.g., neurodegeneration models) and socio-behavioral factors (e.g., personality influences on spatial learning).

Matt Davidsonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Developmental Science
• Cognitive Development
• Executive Function
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Matt Davidson is a Lecturer in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He holds a PhD from the University of Oregon and a BSc from the University of Lethbridge. Though currently not actively engaged in research, his research interests include cognitive control, executive function development, and gene-environment interactions influencing brain and cognitive development. These interests are reflected in his teaching, particularly his 391 seminar on Brain and Cognitive Development and the Methods of Inquiry course. Davidson teaches courses such as Brain and Cognitive Development, Laboratory in Physiological Psychology, and Methods of Inquiry. His service contributions include unspecified current roles. Collaboratively, he has worked with Kyle Cave and Junha Chang on an fMRI project investigating attentional mechanisms. His publications span neurodevelopmental studies, ADHD-related neural correlates, and developmental cognitive control, as seen in his Google Scholar profile. Though not currently research-active, his past work has addressed topics like frontostriatal connectivity in ADHD, neural mechanisms of expectancy violations, and age-related shifts in cortical activity patterns. Academic advising and course design remain central to his role at UMass Amherst.

Nantje Fischerمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sexual Health and Wellbeing
• Sexual Behaviors and Habits
• Gender and Sexual Diversity
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Nantje Fischer is an Associate Professor in Health Psychology at the University of Oslo's Department of Health, Developmental and Personality Psychology. She co-founded and directs the CENSE – Norwegian Research Centre for Sexual Health Research, focusing on sexual health, gender diversity, and body image. Her work explores sexual habits, aging populations' sexual wellbeing, and the psychological impacts of body hair removal practices. **Education & Background:** 2025 → Associate Professor, University of Oslo 2020–2025: Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Oslo 2016–2020: PhD Fellow, University of Oslo 2014–2016: Master of Philosophy in Psychology **Research Interests:** Sexual health promotion and wellbeing Gender and sexual diversity Body image and hair removal practices Healthy sexual aging in Europe **Grants & Leadership:** Principal Investigator on multiple grants from the Norwegian Directorate of Health, including projects on LGBTQ+ mental health (2023–2025) Leader of the CENSE research center (2023–present) Participant in UiO Research Leadership Programme (2025) **Awards:** 2021 Pfizer-sponsored award for best ECI paper at the “Sexuality in Europe” Symposium **Teaching:** PSY2103 – Sexology PSY4112 – Sexuality and Sexual Health PSY2101 – Health Psychology **Research Groups:** Member of the BodIS Lab, focusing on body image and sexual health research.

Ben Philpotمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurodevelopmental Disorders
• Gene Therapy
• Neurogenetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ben Philpot, PhD, is the Kenan Distinguished Professor in the Department of Cell Biology and Physiology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He is also Co-Director of the UNC Neuroscience Center and Associate Director of the Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities. His research focuses on understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying monogenic neurodevelopmental disorders such as Angelman syndrome, Pitt-Hopkins syndrome, and Dup15q syndrome. Using techniques like optogenetics, gene therapy, and high-throughput drug screening, his lab develops therapeutic strategies targeting these conditions. Dr. Philpot has been recognized with awards including the Daniel X. Freedman Award and Simons Foundation Investigator designation. His work bridges basic science and translational medicine, emphasizing circuit-level dysfunction and gene therapy approaches. Education: PhD from University of Virginia, Postdoctoral training at Brown University and MIT Affiliations: UNC Neuroscience Center, Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities Key research interests include neurodevelopmental disorder pathophysiology, novel therapeutic validation, and molecular mechanisms of gene expression. His lab has pioneered mouse models for disorders like Dup15q syndrome and advanced genetic restoration therapies for Pitt-Hopkins syndrome.

M.E. van Egmondمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Movement Disorders
• Deep Brain Stimulation
• Neurosciences
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Dr. M.E. van Egmond is a neurologist affiliated with the Faculty of Medical Sciences at the University of Groningen . Their research focuses on movement disorders, deep brain stimulation (DBS), and genetic aspects of neurological conditions such as dystonia and myoclonus. They are actively involved in clinical and translational research, contributing to advancements in neuropsychological assessments, surgical techniques, and diagnostic tools for movement disorders. Key research interests include dystonia pathophysiology, DBS efficacy evaluation, and the application of coherence analysis in neurological diagnostics. Dr. van Egmond has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications, with recent work emphasizing biomarker development, systematic reviews on coherence analysis, and patient-centered approaches to DBS outcomes. Their work addresses challenges in dystonia management, including genetic screening and multidisciplinary care for young-onset movement disorders. Collaborations involve international networks such as the European Reference Network for Rare Neurological Diseases (ERN-RND). Their contributions span clinical practice guidelines, surgical innovation, and genetic studies, aiming to improve diagnostics and treatment strategies for complex neurological conditions.

• Neuroscience
• Neurodegenerative Disorders
• Blood-Brain Barrier
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Abhay Sagare, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Research Physiology & Neuroscience at the University of Southern California. He holds the role of Assistant Director at the Biomarkers Assay Core. His research focuses on neurovascular mechanisms in neurodegenerative disorders, particularly Alzheimer's disease, with an emphasis on blood-brain barrier dysfunction, amyloid-β clearance, and biomarker development. Key areas include pericyte biology, cerebrovascular integrity, and the intersection of vascular health with cognitive decline. His work integrates clinical studies, molecular biology, and translational research. Recent studies highlight his contributions to understanding the role of blood-brain barrier breakdown in cognitive dysfunction, the utility of CSF biomarkers like soluble PDGFRß, and the impact of genetic mutations (e.g., PSEN1) on disease progression. His publications often explore therapeutic strategies targeting neurovascular dysfunction, such as the anti-malaria drug artesunate's effects on amyloid pathology. Publications (2023–2025) consistently address biomarker discovery, vascular mechanisms in dementia, and translational applications of neurovascular research. His work bridges basic science and clinical practice, aiming to identify diagnostic and treatment targets for neurodegenerative diseases.