جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Yasmine Amhisمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Particle Physics
• High Energy Physics
• Matter-Antimatter Asymmetry
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yasmine Amhis is a particle physicist and CNRS researcher at IJCLab, Orsay, France, holding a permanent position since 2012. She currently serves as Physics Coordinator of the LHCb experiment at CERN (2022-2024 mandate) while maintaining her scientific associate status at CERN in Switzerland. Her institutional affiliation centers on Université Paris-Saclay through IJCLab, a joint research laboratory specializing in nuclear and particle physics. Her academic journey includes a PhD from University Paris XI (2009), a three-year fellowship at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, and completion of her Habilitation à diriger des recherches at Université Paris-Saclay (2020). This trajectory reflects the international collaboration essential to modern particle physics research. Dr. Amhis's research focuses on fundamental questions in particle physics through the LHCb experiment at CERN. She investigates matter-antimatter asymmetry and searches for particles beyond the Standard Model, requiring expertise in detector technology, data analysis, machine learning, and theoretical collaboration. Her work contributes to understanding why the universe is composed of matter rather than antimatter. She actively supervises PhD students and emphasizes the educational value of particle physics in developing critical thinking skills among young researchers. Her leadership role in the LHCb experiment during Run 3 of the Large Hadron Collider represents significant recognition within the international physics community. Prize from French Academy of Science (2016) Dr. Amhis contributes to science policy and gender equality initiatives, noting that women represent only about 15% of particle physicists with minimal representation in leadership roles. She advocates for systemic changes in science education and workplace practices to address these disparities. Beyond research, she engages in science outreach through initiatives like the 'Tiny Creatures' colouring book, available in multiple languages at CERN's Science Gateway, demonstrating her commitment to making particle physics accessible to broader audiences.

• Reproductive Justice
• Health Disparities
• Midwifery Education
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Karline Wilson-Mitchell is an Associate Professor in the Midwifery Education Program at Toronto Metropolitan University's Faculty of Community Services. With over 30 years of clinical and academic experience since 1992, her work spans urban/rural U.S. settings, Canadian provinces including remote Quebec, and global leadership in midwifery education across Jamaica, Tanzania, Zambia, Burundi, and South Sudan. Her educational credentials include Doctor of Nursing Practice (DrNP), Master of Science (MSc), and Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), alongside professional designations as Registered Midwife (RM) and Registered Nurse (RN). She is a Fellow of the American College of Nurse-Midwives (FACNM). Professor Wilson-Mitchell's research is anchored in reproductive justice, examining health disparities through intersecting lenses of immigration, race, and gender. Her scholarship investigates respectful maternity care models, mental health of midwives, adolescent pregnancy outcomes, and trans/non-binary inclusion in midwifery education. She employs community-centered methodologies that prioritize ancestral healing traditions and spiritual wholeness alongside clinical care. Recent publications (2021-2024) reveal a strategic focus on mental health crises among midwives, global respectful maternity care frameworks, and decolonizing midwifery education. Her work consistently connects Canadian health disparities with global south contexts through interdisciplinary collaborations. Major recognitions include: 100ABC Women Award (2024) Dorethea M. Lang Pioneer Award, American College of Nurse-Midwives (2022) Viola Desmond Award (2019) Fellow of the American College of Nurse-Midwives (2019) Carrington-Hsia-Nives Doctoral Scholarship (2017) She actively mentors through the MEP Mentorship Program (launched 2017), securing over $5 million in research funding including a $5 million SSHRC Partnership Grant for Rights for Children and Youth Partnership. Her grants consistently address structural inequities in maternity care systems through community-university partnerships across six countries. Professor Wilson-Mitchell leads the Canadian Midwives of Colour History Project - an interdisciplinary collaboration documenting erased histories of midwives of colour - and co-founded the Black, Indigenous and People of Colour Student Collective. Her intellectual partnership model transforms how midwifery education engages with community knowledge systems and ancestral healing practices.

Natalie Sengمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Fashion Design
• Sustainable Fashion
• Circular Economy
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Professor Natalie Seng holds a dual leadership role at Reutlingen University's School of Textiles as Programme Director for Master Fashion Design and Dean for Bachelor Fashion and Textile Design. Her academic focus bridges creative design with industrial sustainability. Research interests center on: Sustainable fashion systems and circular economy implementation Advanced colour science applications in textiles Integration of 3D simulation technologies into design workflows Regional textile value chain development (evident in FLAX365 project alignment) Administrative leadership includes: Overseeing curriculum development for fashion programs Managing industry partnerships through Texoversum network Directing student engagement with specialized labs like Electronic Textiles and Material Testing facilities

• Historical Geography
• Black British History
• Victorian Era Studies
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Caroline Bressey is a Professor of Historical Geography in the Department of Geography at University College London (UCL), Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences. She has been a lecturer at UCL since 2008, advancing to her current professorial position. Her work bridges historical geography, cultural studies, and Black British history, with a particular focus on the experiences of Black women and men in nineteenth century England, Victorian anti-racist activism, and the representation of history in heritage sites. Education: Doctor of Philosophy, University College London (2002) Bachelor of Arts (Honours), University of Cambridge (1997) Professor Bressey's research centers on historical and cultural geographies of the black presence in Britain, particularly London. Her work examines Victorian theories of race and anti-racism, the black experience in Victorian London across institutions, elite society, work, and politics, and the representation of black history in urban landscapes. She investigates how historical narratives shape contemporary identity and the challenges of recovering black histories from photographic and archival sources where racial descriptors are often absent. Her scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with Black British history across multiple dimensions - from Victorian-era black communities to anti-racist activism, queer black spaces, and the representation of black experiences in media and heritage. Bressey's work demonstrates interdisciplinary reach, connecting historical geography with cultural studies, gender studies, and postcolonial theory. Scientific Awards: Philip Leverhulme Prize (2009-2013) Professor Bressey actively supervises PhD students on Black British Histories and Public Heritage topics. She has contributed to public history projects including the 'London, Sugar and Slavery' gallery at the Museum of London Docklands. Her book 'Empire, Race and the Politics of Anti-Caste' (2013) examines early anti-racist literature in Britain, particularly focusing on the journal 'Anti-Caste.' She maintains a blog for the 'Drawing over the Colour Line' project, bridging academic research with public engagement.

• Painting
• Material Science
• Color Theory
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Jo Volley is a Senior Lecturer on the graduate painting programme at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London. They also serve as Co-Director of The Material Research Project and Director of the Material Museum. Born in Grimsby in 1953, Volley studied at the Slade as both undergraduate and graduate from 1972-1977, where they were awarded the Boise Travelling Scholarship to Italy. In 1986, they were appointed lecturer at the Slade and directed the Slade Summer School and the Affiliate Programme from 1989-2002. Their research focuses on the interactions of measurement, space, light and colour, employing diverse materials including pigment, mosaic, gold leaf, image transfer, wax, limestone and various printing processes. Volley's work examines archiving, historic materials and craftsmanship, exploring the relationship between the object and subject of painting, the intervening space between idea and touch, and the emotional separateness of making across time. Volley's practice centers on material investigation related to painting, emphasizing how material knowledge informs creative processes. They empower practitioners by focusing on the physical act of making and reaffirming craftsmanship's role in aesthetic decisions. This philosophy earned them the 2013 Provost's Teaching Award from UCL. Significant projects include 'The Journeyman Works' series developed during their 2003 residency at the Usher Gallery, Lincoln, and the Simson&Volley collaborative partnership formed with Henrietta Simson in 2008. Volley was elected to the Art Workers Guild in 2009 and served on cathedral fabric commissions from 2012-2016. Current research includes: UCL CHIRP Small Research Grant – The Pigment Timeline Project with Dr Ruth Siddall and Gary Woodley Grand Challenges Sustainable Cities Small Grants 'From Pigments to Solar Power' with Dr Hugo Bronstein and colleagues Principal Investigator on AHRC-funded Collaborative Doctoral project with Winsor & Newton 'The Materials Research Project: From Landscape to Colour' (2013-2016) Volley's extensive exhibition history spans decades and continents, from 'The Golden Key' (2005) in Bangkok to recent works like 'Objects of the Misanthropocene: Unearthing futures' (2022) at UCL. They are developing the 'Art School Guide to Material Practice, Vol.I Supports, Grounds & Surfaces,' continuing their commitment to connecting historical techniques with contemporary artistic exploration.

Ciann L. Wilsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Community-based research
• Critical race and class theories
• Anticolonial and decolonial theory
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Ciann L. Wilson serves as Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair in Community-Based Research, Ethics and Well-Being at Wilfrid Laurier University's Faculty of Science, Department of Psychology in Waterloo, Ontario. Her work centers on amplifying Black, Indigenous, and people of colour community narratives through research to advance health equity. Education: PhD in Environmental Studies, York University (2016) Masters in Environmental Studies, York University (2011) Environmental/Sustainability Education Diploma, York University (2011) Honours Bachelor of Science with Distinction, University of Toronto (2009) Dr. Wilson's research integrates critical race theory, anticolonial frameworks, and political economy to address health disparities. She focuses on HIV/AIDS prevention, sexual/reproductive health, and social determinants within African diasporic and Indigenous communities. Her methodology prioritizes community-led knowledge production to challenge systemic inequities in public health systems. Awards: Canada Research Chair in Community-Based Research, Ethics and Well-Being She directs major community-partnered initiatives including CIHR-funded 'No One Left Behind' for Black Canadian HIV research and SSHRC-supported 'Proclaiming our Roots' digital oral history project. Her grant portfolio spans the Ontario HIV/AIDS Treatment Network, Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research, and Laurier Internal Grants, consistently centering racialized community voices in health intervention design. The Community Based Research Media Lab she founded advances digital storytelling methodologies for community-driven health research.

• Medieval Philosophy
• Theology
• History of Ideas
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Dr Michael Huxtable serves as Assistant Professor in Medieval Literature within Durham University's Department of English Studies, while also holding a Tutor position at St Chad's College and membership in the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies. His academic foundation includes: Undergraduate studies in Philosophy and English at the University of York Concurrent Master's degrees in both disciplines 2008 Durham University doctorate on color phenomenology in medieval literature Research centers on medieval philosophical frameworks intersecting with theological concepts and cultural semiotics , particularly examining heraldic symbolism and visual perception's role in literary production. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary theoretical approaches to medieval visual culture. Publication trends reveal sustained investigation into medieval color theory and light perception, evolving from foundational studies of Grosseteste's optics to recent archaeological applications of color symbolism. These works consistently demonstrate interdisciplinary methodology connecting literature, philosophy, and material culture. Dr Huxtable currently mentors four research students: Amy Doyle, Lottie Thompson, Mara Ciuntu, and Matthew Malone, guiding postgraduate work in medieval literary and cultural studies. Through the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies, he contributes to collaborative research initiatives exploring cross-disciplinary perspectives on pre-modern European intellectual history.

• Computational Neuroscience
• Perception
• Decision Making
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Ulrik Beierholm is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Durham University, serving as Department Representative and Fellow of the Durham Research Methods Centre, and holding an Associate Professor position on the Executive Board of the Biophysical Sciences Institute. His research employs computational frameworks to investigate uncertainty processing in perception, decision making, and learning through interdisciplinary methodologies. His core research spans Computational Neuroscience, Perception, Decision Making, Neuroeconomics, and Machine Learning, with emphasis on Bayesian inference and reinforcement learning models validated via psychophysics, fMRI, and pharmacological techniques. Recent work demonstrates how the nervous system optimally handles sensory uncertainty across multisensory contexts, developmental stages, and cognitive tasks. Analysis of his publication trajectory reveals consistent innovation in Bayesian modeling of perceptual processes, with growing emphasis on computational tools development, neuroeconomics applications, and educational initiatives. His work bridges theoretical neuroscience with experimental validation across diverse cognitive domains. Honors include: Facebook Faculty Award for Virtual Reality (2016) Associate Editor for PLoS Computational Biology Editor for Bayesian methods section in Springer's Encyclopedia of Computational Neuroscience Dr. Beierholm supervises postgraduate researchers including Denise Foresteire and has co-organized influential workshops such as the Durham Computational Biology Symposium (2018) and Probabilistic Brain Workshop (2018), establishing himself as a key collaborator in computational neuroscience communities. His dual affiliations with the Biophysical Sciences Institute and Durham Research Methods Centre facilitate cross-disciplinary integration of psychological theory, neural data, and advanced computational modeling to address fundamental questions about human cognition.

Peter Landمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Remote Sensing
• Ocean Colour
• Ocean Acidification
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Dr. Peter Land serves as a Remote Sensing Scientist at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), where he has conducted research since 2000. His work bridges satellite data science and critical environmental challenges, with active supervision of graduate students and leadership in international collaborative projects. His academic foundation includes: Physics degree from the University of Oxford PhD in Planetary Physics from Imperial College London Dr. Land's research centers on satellite remote sensing for marine environmental monitoring, with specialized expertise in ocean colour algorithms, ocean acidification detection, and air-sea greenhouse gas flux quantification. His signature methodological contribution is rigorous uncertainty analysis and reduction in environmental datasets. He combines satellite observations with field campaigns and laboratory instrumentation to develop practical tools for understanding Earth's fragile systems. Current research initiatives include: ESA OceanSODA (ocean carbon monitoring) ESA Pathfinders Ocean Acidification ESA OceanFlux Greenhouse Gases EU JMP and EUNOSAT environmental programs Dr. Land currently co-supervises Hannah Green (Arctic Ocean Acidification) and Joao Eberl (UAV environmental monitoring), maintaining an active pipeline of next-generation environmental scientists. His career demonstrates continuous evolution from planetary physics to cutting-edge Earth observation techniques with tangible policy relevance.

Shubha Sathyendranathمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Remote Sensing
• Marine Optics
• Ocean Colour
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Shubha Sathyendranath MBE is a distinguished Remote Sensing Scientist at Plymouth Marine Laboratory with over 40 years of expertise in marine optics and ocean colour remote sensing. She chairs the International Ocean Colour Coordinating Group and serves as Science Lead for the European Space Agency's Ocean Colour Climate Change Initiative while contributing as IPCC Lead Author for climate assessments. Her research pioneers the integration of ocean colour data across marine ecology and public health domains. Core work examines phytoplankton bio-optical properties, primary production dynamics, and biological-physical feedbacks, while groundbreaking extensions model water-borne pathogen ecology (Vibrio cholerae, E. coli) using remote sensing proxies developed through India-Brazil collaborations. Professor Sathyendranath's exceptional contributions have earned global recognition through top marine science honors and national distinctions. Grande Médaille Albert 1er of Monaco A.G. Huntsman Award for Excellence in Marine Sciences UNESCO/IOC Pannikkar Memorial Medal for capacity building Chevalier of Monaco's Order of Cultural Merit (2022) Member of the British Empire (MBE, 2023) She directs major ESA-funded projects including Primary Production Parameters from Space while advancing climate applications through IPCC involvement. Her infectious disease research leverages multinational partnerships to translate remote sensing into public health tools, demonstrating exceptional commitment to global scientific capacity building through UNESCO/IOC initiatives and institutional advisory roles.

Dionysios Raitsosمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Satellite Remote Sensing
• Ocean Colour
• Plankton Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dionysios Raitsos is an Assistant Professor and Honorary Fellow at Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), where he researches satellite remote sensing applications for marine ecosystems. His career includes post-doctoral positions at the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research (HCMR) in Greece and King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia, followed by a Senior Research Scientist role at PML (2013-2019). Educational background: BSc in Marine Biology, Newcastle University MSc in Fisheries Science, University of Aberdeen PhD in Satellite Oceanography, University of Plymouth Research focuses on: Satellite monitoring of ocean colour and phytoplankton dynamics Climate-driven variability in marine ecosystems (Red Sea, Atlantic, Mediterranean) Fisheries science and plankton biogeography Environmental impacts of ocean warming and monsoon oscillations Publications emphasize long-term satellite data analysis, revealing trends in chlorophyll anomalies, phytoplankton blooms, and coral reef connectivity. His work with the Remote Sensing Group employs sensors like MODIS-Aqua to validate ecological models across diverse marine regions.

• Cultural Anthropology
• Gender Studies
• Sexuality Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Fileve Palmer-Stahlman serves as an Adjunct Professor (part-time) in the Social and Behavioral Sciences department within Alfred State College's School of Applied Technology, teaching GLST 2113: Global Perspectives. Previously, she held academic appointments at Purdue University, Ivy Tech Community College, and Indiana University Bloomington across anthropology, humanities, and American studies disciplines. Education: Doctorate in Anthropology - Indiana University Bloomington Master of Arts - Lehman College - CUNY Bachelor of Arts - City College - CUNY Her research centers on cultural anthropology with emphases on gender/sexuality studies, race formation, and identity politics in post-apartheid South Africa. She employs visual anthropology methodologies to examine Coloured youth identity, representation, and the sociopolitical dimensions of race. Her work bridges anthropological theory with community engagement through Rotary Club presentations across South Africa and the United States. Her 2016 publications demonstrate interdisciplinary reach: 'Racialism and Representation in the Rainbow Nation' analyzes South African identity politics through anthropological and sociological lenses, while her environmental anthropology instructor guide advances pedagogical approaches to sustainability education. Both works reflect her commitment to decolonizing knowledge production and applied anthropological practice. Scientific Awards: Purdue University Department of Anthropology Excellence in Teaching Award (2016) Fulbright-Hays Dissertation Fellowship (2011) Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship (2010) Ford Minority Dissertation Fellowship Honorable Mention (2012/2013) Women in Science Conference 2nd Prize (2012) Multiple Foreign Language Area Studies Fellowships for isiZulu (2007-2008) Fulbright Group Project Abroad Scholarship (2008) Skomp Predissertation Research Grant (2009) New York City Teaching Fellowship (2001-2003) Dr. Palmer-Stahlman has secured significant research funding including Fulbright and Ford fellowships for South African fieldwork focused on post-apartheid identity formation. Her community-engaged scholarship extends through Rotary Club lectures across KwaZulu-Natal province and presentations at institutions like the Mathers Museum of World Cultures. She maintains active service through Americorps Vista programs and yoga instruction while mentoring students through critical thinking courses on topics like Hurricane Katrina's cultural impact.

Maureen Collinsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Fashion Design
• Textile Design
• Interior Design
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Maureen Collins is a Lecturer in Fashion and Textiles Design at Ulster University's Belfast School of Art within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences. Based at the Belfast campus (Room BA-01-014B, 2-24 York Street), she holds active teaching and research responsibilities. Her research spans fashion/textile design, interior styling, and innovative mental health exploration through art. Notable projects include the 'Wonderful World of Colour' at Belfast Ideal Room, 'Fantasy Room' at Dublin Ideal Home, and 'The Craft House' in Greenisland. Her recent interdisciplinary work investigates cancer treatment experiences using urban street art as qualitative research methodology. Collins' consultancy practice delivers workshops for Belfast City Council, Coleraine Council, and commercial clients. She previously served as creative director at Jacob Street concept store and launched a local interiors magazine, leveraging broadcast experience from national television and radio appearances. Her advising focuses on student enterprise development and display design, with consultancy work bridging academic theory and commercial application. Current research integrates artistic practice with healthcare outcomes through community-based qualitative studies. Collins maintains active industry engagement through design solutions for private/commercial clients and contributes to research integrity training within the university.

Saleem Ashkarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Piano Performance
• Classical Music Interpretation
• Beethoven Scholarship
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Saleem Ashkar is Professor of Piano and Director of the Keyboard Program at Brown University's Department of Music within the College of Arts and Sciences. An internationally acclaimed concert pianist, he divides his time between Berlin and New England, maintaining an active dual career in both academic instruction and professional performance. His artistic work centers on piano performance, particularly as a recognized Beethoven specialist who has performed and recorded the complete Beethoven sonata cycle. Awarded praise as 'a great poet at the piano' who 'captivates the public with a broad spectrum of nuanced tone colours,' Ashkar has performed with leading orchestras worldwide including the London Symphony, Staatskapelle Berlin, and Royal Concertgebouw Amsterdam. He maintains close collaborations with renowned conductors such as Daniel Barenboim, Riccardo Muti, and Fabio Luisi. His recent and upcoming performances span major venues from Carnegie Hall to Musikverein Vienna, with a particularly strong reputation as a recitalist. Ashkar's research and artistic interests focus on piano performance, Classical and Romantic era interpretation (especially Beethoven), chamber music, and cross-cultural musical collaboration. His notable project is the Galilee Chamber Orchestra, which he founded to foster collaboration between Arab and Jewish musicians in Israel. The orchestra has performed at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and Konzerthaus Berlin, with Joshua Bell as soloist. His recording output includes the complete Beethoven Piano Sonata cycle released in 2023 across eleven CDs, plus individual volumes featuring specific sonatas. He has also recorded Mendelssohn's Piano Concertos with the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra. Ashkar's scholarly contributions appear through his 'Memory and Music' writings and program notes that explore the intersection of personal experience and musical interpretation. As an educator, Ashkar emphasizes developing each student's unique musical voice while providing rigorous technical foundation. His teaching philosophy centers on making complex techniques serve musical expression rather than drawing attention to themselves. He has curated numerous performance programs at Brown University that connect keyboard music to broader cultural and historical contexts, creating opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration.

Monika Formankiewiczمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Vision Science
• Optometry
• Binocular Vision
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Monika Formankiewicz serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Vision and Hearing Sciences within the School of Psychology, Sport and Sensory Science at Anglia Ruskin University's Faculty of Science and Engineering. A registered optometrist, she specializes in vision science with emphasis on binocular processing and clinical vision testing. Her educational credentials include: Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning from Anglia Ruskin University PhD from the University of Cambridge Bachelor of Optometry (First Class Honours) from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia Her research investigates fundamental mechanisms of spatial vision, binocular integration, amblyopia development, contour interaction phenomena, and color perception physiology. Employing psychophysical methodologies, she examines how visual systems combine information across eyes and respond to optical distortions, with significant focus on clinical applications for vision impairment detection. Analysis of her 2010-2013 publications reveals consistent investigation into contour interaction effects under varying visual conditions, particularly comparing luminance-modulated versus contrast-modulated stimuli. Her work demonstrates how factors like blur, eccentricity, and noise impact visual acuity measurements, with direct implications for pediatric amblyopia screening protocols and clinical vision assessment tools. Professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy While specific grant funding details aren't provided, her active research output and membership in the Vision and Hearing Sciences Research Group indicate ongoing scholarly activity. She teaches in BOptom (Hons) Optometry and BSc (Hons) Ophthalmic Dispensing programs. She contributes to the Vision and Hearing Sciences Research Group, which advances understanding of sensory perception mechanisms and develops clinical applications for vision and hearing disorders.