جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Sanda Monica Dolcosمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Affective Neuroscience
• Emotion Regulation
• Cognitive and Affective Aging
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sanda Monica Dolcos is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology and the Neuroscience Program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She serves as co-director of the Dolcos Lab (D Lab) , a research group affiliated with the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science & Technology . Her work integrates fMRI , ERP , and behavioral methods to investigate affective, cognitive, and clinical neuroscience. Research Assistant Professor, Psychology Department Research Assistant Professor, Neuroscience Program Affiliate, Center for Social & Behavioral Science Research Interests focus on: Neural correlates of emotion-cognition interactions in health and clinical populations (e.g., depression, PTSD). Individual differences in emotion regulation and their neural basis across adulthood. Sex and personality-related variations in cognitive and affective aging . Neural mechanisms of emotional well-being and resilience. Publications (2025-2018) span topics including: Opposing effects of arousal on memory Cognitive flexibility measurement Sex differences in mental health crises Emotion regulation during aging Neural substrates of emotional source memory Her work frequently explores fMRI , eye-tracking , and electrophysiological approaches. Lab Collaborations include partnerships with Duke University's Center for Cognitive Neuroscience , Yale University's Department of Psychology , and clinical researchers studying mood disorders. The lab has produced over 150 publications and developed open-access video protocols for neuroimaging experiments.

• Mental Health
• Neuroimaging
• Attentional Bias
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eva Hilland is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences , Oslo Metropolitan University , affiliated with the Department of Nursing and Health Promotion . She serves as Study Leader in Area 8 and participates in the Mental Health research group. Current research explores saunas and ice baths for stress prevention Primary research areas: Mental Health, Neuroimaging, Attentional Bias, Stress Management, Psychiatry Her scientific work spans psychopharmacological impacts of OTC drugs on attentional biases in adolescents, fMRI studies of psychiatric disorders , and network analysis of depression-brain structure associations . She collaborates extensively with researchers like Rune Jonassen, Nils Inge Landrø, and Catherine Harmer. Notable scientific contributions include: 2025 : Methodological validation for attentional bias measurement 2024 : OTC analgesics and mental health correlations 2021 : Default mode network analysis in psychosis 2020 : Global neuroimaging consortium publications Her work has been supported by Norway's Research Council and disseminated through media outlets like NRK's Abel's Tower podcast and Psykisk Helse magazine.

Tirso RJ Gonzalez Alamمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Semantic Cognition
• Hemispheric Differences
• Neuroimaging (fMRI/TMS)
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Dr. Tirso RJ Gonzalez Alam is a Lecturer in Psychology at Bangor University, UK. He works within the Controlled Semantic Cognition (CSC) Framework to understand cortical network organization and semantic cognition mechanisms, collaborating with Professor Beth Jefferies. Education: PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience (University of York, 2020), MSc in Clinical Neuropsychology (National Autonomous University of Mexico, 2011), BSc in Psychology (Anahuac Mayab University, 2005) Research Focus: Hemispheric differences in semantic cognition, intrinsic connectivity gradients, and interactions between control networks and default mode networks during complex semantic processing (metaphors, jokes, discourse comprehension). Methodologies include fMRI (task-based, resting-state, DTI), TMS, and multivariate analyses. Recent Article Trends: 2025 studies explore Visual-default network pathways in semantic processing Whole-brain gradients for language representation Cortical dissociation in metaphor comprehension 2024 work emphasizes Temporal lobe semantic gradients Contextual bias in word representations Scientific Contributions: UK Global Talent Visa (2021) ERC-funded FLEXSEM-771863 project Collaborations: Research with institutions in Mexico, UK, France, and Canada. Invited keynote at Anahuac University (2024). Supervision of 10 PhD students during York tenure.

• Stroke Research
• Proteomics
• Neurovascular Biology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Amanda Trout is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine, with affiliations to SCOBIRC (Faculty Associates). Her work focuses on cerebrovascular disease pathophysiology, stroke biomarkers, and neuroprotective strategies. Key research themes include proteomic profiling of stroke patients undergoing mechanical thrombectomy, extracellular vesicle-mediated signaling in neurodegeneration, and sex-specific differences in stroke outcomes. Her publications (2021–2025) emphasize translational stroke research, with studies exploring inflammatory biomarkers (e.g., VCAM1, REG3A), neuroprotective agents (interleukin-1α, ATN-161), and the role of extracellular vesicles in cerebrovascular disorders. Collaborations like the BACTRAC (Blood and Clot Thrombectomy Registry and Collaboration) protocol highlight her engagement in large-scale clinical proteomic studies. Awards: None explicitly listed. Grants/Labs: Active involvement in BACTRAC and studies on perlecan domain V’s neuroprotective effects in vascular dementia models. Dr. Trout’s work bridges basic science and clinical practice, addressing critical gaps in understanding stroke pathophysiology and improving therapeutic strategies for ischemic stroke patients.

• Finance
• Financial Economics
• Option Pricing
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nikunj Kapadia is the Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Professor of Finance at the Isenberg School of Management, University of Massachusetts Amherst. He holds a PhD in Finance from New York University (2005), and has held academic positions at UMass Amherst since 1996, progressing from Assistant Professor (1996-2003) to Associate Professor (2003-2013) before achieving his current rank. His professional experience includes a directorship at Aurionpro Solutions Ltd (2005-2014) and a visiting researcher role at the U.S. Treasury's Office of Financial Research (2012). Education includes a Post-graduate Diploma in Management (IIM Bangalore, 1986) and a BE in Chemical Engineering (Maharaja Sayajirao University, 1984). His research focuses on option pricing, volatility modeling, credit risk, and default risk correlations. Notable contributions include work on correlated default risk (Journal of Finance, 2007) and volatility risk pricing (2015). Research interests span theoretical and applied finance, with emphasis on derivatives markets, systemic risk, and financial engineering. Recent articles address issues like option liquidity disruptions (2019), credit rating biases (2013), and blockchain-based financial security mechanisms (2017). His work demonstrates interdisciplinary innovation at the intersection of traditional finance and emerging technologies. Recipient of the 2012 College Researcher of the Year Award and 2008 Outstanding Teaching Award, he teaches doctoral seminars on options and undergraduate courses in financial modeling, international finance, and financial engineering. Active in both academia and industry, his career reflects a commitment to advancing financial theory while addressing real-world market challenges.

Kristen A. Lindquistمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Emotional Neuroscience
• Social Cognition
• Developmental Psychology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Kristen A. Lindquist is a Professor and incoming Robert K. and Dale J. Weary Chair in Social Psychology at The Ohio State University. Her work focuses on the psychological and neural mechanisms underlying emotions, integrating tools from neuroscience, physiology, and computational linguistics. She directs the Affective Science Lab, exploring how emotions emerge from interactions between neural systems, bodily states, and cultural learning. Her research interests include: Neural basis of emotion construction Language's role in shaping emotional experience Developmental trajectories of emotion understanding Cross-cultural variations in emotion perception Interoceptive awareness and social cognition Recent work highlights how language modulates brain activity during emotion processing (Trends in Cognitive Sciences, 2024) and demonstrates links between emotion word knowledge and adaptive regulation in children (Emotion, 2025). Lindquist's studies frequently use fMRI, physiological measures, and computational modeling to investigate emotion's multidimensional nature. Her lab develops tools like the EMOTONGUE smartphone app to study emotion in natural contexts. Lindquist has authored over 150 publications, with frequent contributions to Psychological Science , Emotion , and Neuron . She serves on editorial boards for leading journals and frequently collaborates internationally on emotion research.

Alexander Nigel William Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Affective Neuroscience
• Cognitive Psychology
• Aging
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexander Nigel William Taylor is a Lecturer in Psychology at the Department of Psychology, Aberystwyth University. He holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Reading, an MSc in Neuroscience from the University of Manchester, and a BSc in Human Biology and Psychology from Staffordshire University. His teaching qualifications include PGCTHE from Aberystwyth University, and he is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. PhD in Psychology, University of Reading (2015) MSc (Hons) Neuroscience, University of Manchester (2004) BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Psychology, Staffordshire University (2002) His research focuses on the interaction between emotional and physical health in aging, particularly in healthy aging and Alzheimer’s disease. He combines neuroimaging (fNIRS, EEG-fMRI), body-based measures (heart rate, immune markers), and behavioral analysis to explore emotional-cognitive interactions. Recent publications highlight his work on anxiety induction models, prebiotics’ effects on cognitive wellbeing (Innovate UK funded), and nature-based interventions. He collaborates with institutions including the Institute for Stroke and Dementia (Munich) and University of Southampton. Chair, Psychology Department Ethics Committee Member, University Research Ethics Panel His teaching spans behavioral neuroscience, aging psychology, quantitative research methods, and neuropsychology. He has contributed to projects on youth justice services, cognitive development, and sustainable food-behavior change.

James Danckertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Boredom
• Mental Model Updating
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James Danckert is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Waterloo, where he also serves as the Cognitive Neuroscience Area Head. He is cross-appointed to the Research Institute in Aging and leads the Danckert Attention and Action Group (Danckert Lab). His research spans cognitive neuroscience with particular focus on understanding the mechanisms and brain states that give rise to boredom and mental model updating. Dr. Danckert earned his BA from Melbourne University (Australia), followed by his MA and PhD from La Trobe University (Australia). His academic journey has positioned him as a leading expert in cognitive neuroscience with a specific emphasis on boredom psychology and attention mechanisms. His primary research interests include the cognitive and neural mechanisms of boredom, particularly in individuals with traumatic brain injuries, and mental model updating in relation to neglect syndrome. Danckert's work explores boredom through behavioral tasks like foraging, sustained attention tasks, and executive control tasks, utilizing neuroimaging techniques such as fMRI and tDCS. His mental model updating research involves working with stroke patients (with access to a database of over 800 patients), fMRI, and computational modeling. Analysis of Dr. Danckert's most recent publications reveals a continued focus on boredom and mental model updating, with increasing interdisciplinary approaches incorporating computational modeling, AI, and genetic perspectives. His work bridges cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and clinical applications, with particular emphasis on how boredom relates to attention, agency, and decision-making processes. Dr. Danckert has received significant recognition for his work, including: Former Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Cognitive Neuroscience Recipient of the 40 Under 40 Award from the Region of Waterloo As a mentor, Dr. Danckert supervises graduate students in the Psychology Department at Waterloo, teaching advanced courses such as Psych 783: Neuroimaging and Cognition. His research is supported by prestigious funding sources including the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) and the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI). The Danckert Lab maintains a comprehensive research program with two main streams: boredom research and mental model updating. The lab utilizes diverse methodologies including behavioral testing, neuroimaging, computational modeling, and collaborations with experts in evolutionary genetics. The lab's work has significant implications for understanding cognitive processes in both healthy individuals and those with neurological conditions.

• Financial Mathematics
• Econometrics
• Risk Management
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ayşegül İşcanoğlu ÇEKİÇ is an Associate Professor in the Department of Econometrics at Trakya University's Faculty of Administrative Sciences. She holds dual doctoral degrees from Middle East Technical University (2011) and Technische Universität Kaiserslautern (2010), both in Financial Mathematics. Her academic career spans roles as a Research Assistant at Middle East Technical University (2004-2011), Assistant Professor at Selçuk University (2011-2014), and Associate Professor at Trakya University since 2014. Education: B.Sc. in Statistics, Middle East Technical University (2003) M.Sc. in Financial Mathematics, Middle East Technical University (2005) Ph.D. in Financial Mathematics, Middle East Technical University (2011) Second Ph.D. in Financial Mathematics, Technische Universität Kaiserslautern (2010) Her research focuses on financial mathematics, econometrics, and risk management. Key areas include portfolio insurance strategies, credit scoring, debt obligations, and stochastic modeling in financial markets. She has extensively studied Constant Proportion Portfolio Insurance (CPPI), risk-return dynamics in emerging markets, and generalized additive models in finance. Her work frequently addresses Turkey's financial sector through empirical analyses of BIST indices, pension funds, and environmental disclosures. Her publications demonstrate methodological rigor in computational finance, with applications to Turkish and international markets. She explores cross-correlations, multifractal analysis, and heavy-tailed distributions for risk assessment, alongside shrinkage estimators and Bayesian approaches for portfolio optimization. Scientific Awards: ULAKBIM UBYT (International Scientific Publications Incentive) - TÜBITAK (2014) ÇEKİÇ has served on editorial boards for the Social Sciences Research Journal and International Journal of Mathematics and Statistics . She has refereed for prestigious journals including Annals of Operations Research and Mathematical Problems in Engineering . Active in international conferences, she organized the 16th International Symposium on Econometrics (2015) and held leadership roles in sessions at European Conference on Operational Research.

Robyn Honeaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroimaging
• Alzheimer's Disease
• Mitochondrial Genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robyn Honea, PhD, is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Neurology at University of Kansas Medical Center. She directs the Neuroimaging Core of the University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and the Brain Imaging and Neurogenetics Lab. Doctoral degree from Oxford University via NIMH Graduate Partnerships Award Postdoctoral training in Neurology at KU School of Medicine Member of Society for Neuroscience, Human Brain Mapping, KU Women and Medicine, and IStaart Her research focuses on Alzheimer's disease using multidisciplinary approaches combining brain imaging and genetic analysis . Key areas include: Mitochondrial genomics (TOMM40, APOE) Neuroimaging biomarkers (FDG-PET, fMRI, VBM) Lifestyle interventions (exercise, diet studies) Neurodegenerative pathways (tau phosphorylation, amyloid accumulation) From her 15 most recent publications (2025-2023), Dr. Honea's work demonstrates consistent focus on: Mitochondrial DNA effects on Alzheimer's pathology Genotype-imaging marker associations BDNF and GFAP protein interactions Exercise and dietary intervention impacts Neurofilament light chain analysis Multi-omics neurodegeneration research Dr. Honea mentors across academic levels, including junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, medical trainees, and undergraduate interns. She secures major funding from: National Institutes of Aging (K01 award) National Institutes of Health (R01 co-I) Alzheimer’s Association Dana Foundation Kansas City Area Life Sciences Initiative Frontiers Clinical and Translational Science Institute Her laboratory integrates neurogenetics with brain imaging to explore: Mitochondrial gene interactions Neurovascular coupling Metabolic-neurodegenerative links Structural-functional connectivity Polygenic risk assessment Imaging-genomic data fusion

Roger Beatyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Creative Cognition
• Brain Network Dynamics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Roger Beaty is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Pennsylvania State University, where he serves as Cognitive Area Coordinator and leads the Cognitive Neuroscience of Creativity Laboratory (CNCL). His research program investigates the neural and cognitive foundations of creative thinking using multimodal approaches. Education Ph.D. (2015) from University of North Carolina at Greensboro Research Focus Dr. Beaty's work examines brain network dynamics during creative cognition using fMRI, tES-fNIRS neuromodulation, and computational methods. His lab develops open-access tools for automated creativity assessment (e.g., SemDis, CAP platform) and studies creativity across domains including musical improvisation, scientific problem-solving, and education. Key research themes include: Default and executive network interactions in creative thought Associative thinking as a core mechanism of creativity Cross-domain applications of computational creativity assessment Neuromodulation techniques for cognitive enhancement Publications Focus Dr. Beaty's recent publications (2016-2025) demonstrate three key trajectories: 1) Development of computational creativity assessment platforms using semantic distance metrics; 2) Neurocognitive investigations of brain network dynamics in creative thinking; and 3) Domain-specific creativity studies in science and music. His work consistently bridges cognitive neuroscience with computational approaches. Student Advising Dr. Beaty mentors graduate students in the CNCL lab, including award recipients of the Chateaubriand Fellowship (Simone Luchini), Matthew Ryan Serafino Scholarship (Clin Lai), and Harold F. Martin Teaching Award (Dan Zeitlen). Laboratory The Cognitive Neuroscience of Creativity Laboratory employs behavioral testing, neuroimaging (fMRI, fNIRS), and computational modeling to study creative cognition. The lab maintains an active publication record and develops open-access research tools for the scientific community.

• Financial Markets and Institutions
• Financial Literacy
• Investment and Portfolio Management
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Assistant Professor Yahya SÖNMEZ is affiliated with Kastamonu University , currently serving as Head of the Department of Finance Banking and Insurance at Daday Nafi and Ümit Çeri Vocational School. He holds a PhD in Business Administration from Erciyes University (2017-2022) and a Master's in Business Administration from Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University (2010-2014). Education: PhD (2022): Erciyes University, Institute of Social Sciences, Business Administration. Master's (2014): Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University, Business Administration. BA (2009): Erciyes University, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Business Administration. BA (2021): Atatürk University, Open Education Faculty, Department of Property Protection and Security. His research focuses on Financial Markets and Institutions , Volatility Modeling , and Financial Literacy . Recent studies include volatility spillover between CDS premiums and BIST indices, performance analysis of BIST-listed insurance firms via CRITIC-WASPAS, and health tourism metrics in Turkey. Collaborations span institutions like Bingöl University and Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University. Key publications range from 2014 to 2024, emphasizing Turkey-specific financial dynamics. His work employs quantitative models like EDAS, MARCOS, and GARCH for empirical analysis in banking, insurance, and tourism sectors.

Yasemin Deniz Koçمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Finance
• Banking and Finance
• Business Finance
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Yasemin Deniz Koç is a full-time Professor at Dumlupinar University's Faculty of Applied Sciences in the Banking and Finance department since 2020. She has held various administrative roles including Head of Department (2016-2019, 2019-2022), Erasmus Coordinator (2016-2019, 2019-2022), and Deputy Dean (2019-2020). PhD in Business (2011, Dumlupinar University) MSc in Business (2008, Dumlupinar University) BSc in Business (2004, Dumlupinar University) Her research spans multiple finance domains including stock price behavior , financial stability , and investment strategies . Key areas include financial contagion, risk management, and market liquidity dynamics. Recent publications analyze political risk impacts, financial structure-performance relationships, and cross-market causalities. Notable awards include the ICAR 2016 Almaty Oral Presentation Award and recognition for best paper (2009). She has supervised numerous academic collaborations and contributed to financial literature through book chapters and conference presentations on topics ranging from cryptocurrency markets to sovereign risk analysis.

Nanyin Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Neuroimaging
• Functional Connectivity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nanyin Zhang is the Hartz Family Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University’s College of Engineering. His research focuses on neuroimaging , functional connectivity , and brain network analysis using rodent models , particularly awake rats. He leads projects on neurovascular coupling , psychiatric disorders development , and environmental impacts on neural circuitry . Recipient of a $2.9M grant (2025) to study adolescent binge drinking’s long-term effects $4M grant (2024) for enhancing robotic prostheses’ biological realism Contributor to advancements in resting-state fMRI and optogenetic techniques His recent work explores sex-specific neural signatures , consciousness transitions , and multi-modal imaging systems . He has authored studies on neuropharmacology , neural coherence , and electrophysiological consequences of brain manipulations.

• Financial Engineering
• Risk Management
• Quantitative Finance
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Professor Mi-Hsiu Chiang is a faculty member at the Department of Money and Banking, National Chengchi University (NCCU), College of Commerce , with a career spanning over two decades in quantitative finance, credit risk modeling, and financial engineering. He holds a PhD in Quantitative Finance from Imperial College London and has published extensively in top-tier journals like Pacific-Basin Finance Journal , Financial Management , and Review of Quantitative Finance and Accounting . Education: PhD (Quantitative Finance), MSc (Mathematics), BSc (Mathematics) from Imperial College London. Research Focus: Credit risk modeling, options pricing, machine learning applications in finance, ESG investments, and climate risk hedging. Awards: Recipient of MOST Research Awards, Senior Outstanding Teacher (20 years) at NCCU, and several academic prizes including UMC Management Paper Award and Fubon Paper Award. Projects: Led numerous research initiatives funded by the National Science and Technology Council, including studies on climate change risk replication using GPT and machine learning, ESG sentiment in credit default prediction, and behavioral biases in derivatives markets. His recent publications emphasize stochastic dominance in stock markets, liquidity-driven strategies, and empirical analyses of credit and information risks. He has also contributed to behavioral finance by examining the disposition effect in options and convertible bonds. His work bridges quantitative methods with practical financial applications, including synthetic CDO valuation and TIPS pricing under inflation jumps. Scientific Awards 科技部研究獎勵 資深優良教師 (20年), 國立政治大學 第十屆聯電經營管理論文獎優等獎, 中華民國管理科學學會 台灣財務金融學會富邦論文獎 台大管理論叢宋作楠基金會論文獎 資深優良教師 (10年), 國立政治大學 學術研究成果國際化優等研究獎, 政治大學 教學特優教師, 政治大學商學院