Philipp Koralus is the McCord Professor of Philosophy and AI at the University of Oxford and serves as Director of the Human-Centered AI Lab (HAI Lab) within the Institute for Ethics in AI. He is also a member of St Catherine's College. Koralus holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy and Neuroscience from Princeton University and a B.A. from Pomona College. His research focuses on the human capacity for reasoning and decision-making, exploring how these processes relate to artificial intelligence agents and large language models like GPT. He advocates for the Erotetic Theory of Reason (ETR), which posits that reason aims to resolve issues or questions directly, explaining both human rationality and fallibility. His work extends to moral judgment, definitions of intelligence, and interdisciplinary collaboration with computer scientists, psychologists, linguists, and neuroscientists. Koralus is preparing to launch the HAI Lab in Fall 2024, aiming to advance human-centered AI ethics and cognition research. His educational background includes advanced studies in philosophy and neuroscience, combining analytical rigor with empirical insights. Collaborations span diverse fields, including fisheries management through agent-based modeling and healthcare ethics in AI applications. He has published widely on topics such as attention mechanisms, visual perception, and the theoretical foundations of AI reasoning. Koralus regularly teaches graduate seminars on philosophy and AI, including upcoming sessions like 'Building the Philosophy to Code Pipeline' starting in 2025. He has supervised doctoral students in both philosophy and computer science but currently lists no specific advisees. His research has been recognized in symposia and commentary, though no formal scientific awards are explicitly mentioned.
Regina Fabry is a Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy at Macquarie University, Australia, affiliated with the School of Humanities Ethics and Agency Research Centre. Previously, she held positions at Ruhr University Bochum (Lecturer, 2018–2021) and Justus Liebig University Giessen (Postdoctoral Researcher, 2016–2018). Her research focuses on situated cognition, affectivity, and the socio-cultural influences on self-narration and grief, particularly in the context of emerging technologies like deathbots. She holds a PhD in Philosophy (summa cum laude) from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2015), awarded the Barbara Wengeler Prize for her work on enculturated predictive processing. Fabry’s research is funded by grants including an ARC DECRA (2021–2024) and explores interdisciplinary themes in AI ethics, cognitive science, and literary studies. **Education**: PhD in Philosophy, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2012–2015) MA in Comparative Literary Studies, Philosophy, and Theatre Studies, Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2007–2012) **Research Interests**: Combines empirical cognitive science with feminist theory to study narrative practices, grief, and AI ethics. Current projects include analyzing deathbots’ impact on grief dynamics and the socio-cultural situatedness of self-narration as tools of oppression or resistance. Her work bridges philosophy, psychology, and technology studies. **Articles Trends**: Recent publications address grief in digital contexts (deathbots), narrative ethics (e.g., gaslighting), and cognitive frameworks like predictive processing. Her work frequently intersects with technology’s role in shaping human experiences. **Awards**: Barbara Wengeler Prize 2016 for doctoral dissertation on enculturated cognition. **Teaching & Grants**: Teaches courses on AI ethics, including PHIL8400 (Rights, Responsibilities, and AI). Supervises postgraduate research in philosophy of mind and AI. Leads projects like “Living to tell, telling to live” (2021–present) and co-leads “A lone or lonely life?” (2025–2028) on autism and loneliness. **Labs/Teams**: Engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations on grief, narrative theory, and AI ethics, leveraging her background in philosophy, psychology, and literary studies.
E. Lea Johnston is the Clarence J. TeSelle Professor and Professor of Law at the University of Florida Levin College of Law. She is a leading expert in mental health law, criminal law, and criminal procedure, with her work appearing in top law reviews and peer-reviewed interdisciplinary journals. Her scholarship has been widely cited by legal scholars, appears in leading treatises, and has received attention from courts and social scientists. Her theory of sentencing forms part of the theoretical framework for the standard textbook for forensic psychiatry fellowship programs. Professor Johnston earned her A.B. from Princeton University and her J.D. (cum laude) from Harvard Law School. Before entering academia, she worked as a litigation associate at Arnold & Porter LLP in Washington, D.C., served as director of the Maryland Public Interest Research Group, and clerked for Judge Richard Tallman of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Johnston's research primarily focuses on the intersection of mental health and criminal justice. Her work examines how mental illness impacts criminal responsibility, competence to stand trial, sentencing, and diversion programs. She has made significant contributions to understanding diminished responsibility doctrines, insanity defenses, mental health courts, and assisted outpatient treatment. Her scholarship often employs interdisciplinary approaches, integrating legal analysis with insights from psychology, psychiatry, and behavioral sciences to develop more humane and just approaches to mentally ill offenders within the criminal justice system. Her publications demonstrate consistent scholarly output with significant impact across multiple disciplines. The trajectory of her work shows an evolution from foundational analyses of legal standards for mentally ill defendants toward more comprehensive reform proposals addressing systemic issues in how the criminal justice system handles mental illness. Elected to American Law Institute (2020) Former Chair of Criminal Justice Section, American Association of Law Schools Former Chair of Law and Mental Disability Section, American Association of Law Schools Member of Legal Scholars Committee, American Psychology-Law Society Professor Johnston has significantly influenced both legal scholarship and practice through her theoretical contributions and practical recommendations. Her work on sentencing theory for mentally ill offenders has been incorporated into forensic psychiatry training materials, demonstrating real-world impact beyond academia. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the provided text, her extensive publication record and leadership roles suggest substantial research support throughout her career. Her scholarship serves as a critical bridge between legal doctrine and clinical mental health practice, offering frameworks that balance therapeutic needs with justice considerations.
Dr Wojciech Ryszard Lipski holds the position of Lecturer at the Department of Speech Therapy and Applied Linguistics , Maria Curie-Skłodowska University. His work focuses on speech and communication disorders across developmental and psychiatric conditions, with an ORCID identifier 0000-0003-4445-9940. Specializes in language disorders in schizophrenia Researches narrative coherence in psychiatric patients Develops therapeutic frameworks for autism Investigates connotative language breakdown Focuses on preschool/school-age speech development His recent publications emphasize neurolinguistic analysis of disordered speech patterns, particularly in schizophrenia and autism. Key methodologies include case studies , semantic field mapping , and connotation diagnostics . Research spans both clinical applications and theoretical investigations of language system disintegration. Current research explores: Neural network models of speech disorders Metaphorical language in psychosis Delusional discourse analysis Neurocognitive speech therapy approaches Language ontogenesis patterns Multi-center speech disorder studies
Eriko Sugimori is an Associate Professor at the School of Human Sciences, Faculty of Human Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Education and has established herself as a prominent researcher in experimental psychology with a focus on memory processes and cognitive phenomena. Her research interests span across several key areas of experimental psychology: Memory and source monitoring processes Action and implicit memory Individual differences in cognitive processing Nostalgia and autobiographical memory Schizotypal personality traits and cognitive functioning Dr. Sugimori's work demonstrates a consistent pattern of investigating how cognitive processes interact with emotional states, social contexts, and perceptual experiences. Her research spans from basic cognitive mechanisms to applied settings in clinical, educational, and social contexts. A significant portion of her work examines how memory processes are influenced by emotional states, social interactions, and individual differences in personality traits. Among her notable achievements is the Japanese Psychological Association Excellent Paper Award received in 2006. Her research has been published in numerous high-impact journals across psychology and cognitive science. Dr. Sugimori has mentored numerous students through research projects and has been involved in various research collaborations across different institutions. Her work has received significant attention in the field, as evidenced by her 504 citations and h-index of 12 across 43 publications. She is actively involved in several professional organizations including the Japanese Society of Sport Psychology, Japanese Society of Applied Psychology, Psychonomic Society, Japanese Psychological Association, and Japanese Society of Cognitive Psychology, demonstrating her commitment to advancing psychological science across multiple subdisciplines.
Justin Karlin is a Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) , specializing in Orbital, Lacrimal, and Oculofacial Plastic Surgery . He completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Virginia School of Medicine (2015-2018) and the David and Randi Fett Orbital and Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery Fellowship at the UCLA Stein Eye Institute (2020). His clinical practice spans the Doheny Eye Center, UCLA Orange County and UCLA Stein Eye Institute , with hospital affiliations including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center . Education: MD , Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University (2014) MS , California State University, Northridge (2010) Internship , Surgery, University of Virginia (2015) Ophthalmology Residency , University of Virginia (2018) Orbital Fellowship , UCLA Stein Eye Institute (2020) Research Interests: Dr. Karlin’s work integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Deep Learning to enhance diagnostic accuracy for Orbital Diseases , with a focus on Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) . He pioneers Medical Device Design , including innovations for eyelid reconstruction using Tissue Engineering and Allograft/Xenograft Materials . His studies on Lacrimal System Imaging and Ocular Surface Disease Treatment with Autologous Serum Tears bridge translational research and clinical application. Publications & Awards: With over 15 recent publications (2025-2017), his work spans AI diagnostics, eyelid surgery outcomes, and orbital disease mechanisms. Recognized as Top Doctor by Los Angeles Magazine (2024, 2021) and recipient of the Fellow Teaching Award (UCLA, 2019) and All University Teaching Award (University of Virginia, 2018), he emphasizes education and innovation, including participation in the UCLA Faculty Innovation Fellowship (2021) .
Marc A.O. Gunderson, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). He directs the MCW Neuromodulation Clinic and serves as Medical Director of Adult Ambulatory Behavioral Health at Tosa and North Hills Health Centers. His research focuses on neuromodulation techniques like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), alongside treatment-resistant depression and psychopharmacology. Clinical Expertise: Depressive Disorder, Treatment-Resistant Psychopharmacology, Psychotropic Drugs Methodologies: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation His research explores both clinical applications and limitations of neuromodulation in psychiatric care, with particular attention to underserved populations. Recent work evaluates primary care-embedded psychiatric services and case studies in complex psychiatric conditions. Leadership roles include directing specialized clinics and overseeing ambulatory behavioral health services, emphasizing integration of clinical practice with innovative treatment modalities.
Philip Robert Corlett is an Associate Professor at the Yale School of Medicine , with a joint appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program . He directs the Belief, Learning and Memory Lab (BLAM) and holds affiliations at Connecticut Mental Health Center and Center for Brain & Mind Health . His research bridges cognitive neuroscience and psychiatry to investigate delusion formation, predictive learning, habit formation, and addiction mechanisms. His recent work explores Atypical visuoperceptual organization in psychosis Computational models of social cognition Volatility expectations in delusional psychotherapy Face perception abnormalities in clinical high-risk populations Reward processing deficits across diagnostic boundaries Dr. Corlett has received the Outstanding Translational Research Award from Schizophrenia International Research Society. His collaborative grants include NIH funding for studies on perceptual inference and neuroimaging in psychosis. The lab trains researchers in cognitive psychiatry and translational neuroscience methodologies.
Kyle De Young is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Wyoming since 2024, with prior roles as Associate (2020-2024) and Assistant Professor (2016-2020). He completed his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (2011) and M.A. in Psychology (2008) at the University at Albany, B.S. in Psychology , and B.A. in Philosophy (2004) at the University of Iowa. Clinical Internship: Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (2010-2011) Research Interests: Kyle leads the Eating Behaviors Laboratory , focusing on biobehavioral approaches to eating disorders. His work explores circadian rhythm manipulation to reduce binge eating, psychometrics, and single-case experimental designs. Recent publications analyze topics like delusional beliefs in anorexia, ethical challenges in stepped care, and diurnal patterns in eating behaviors. Teaching: Courses include Health Psychology , Eating Disorders , and advanced clinical practicums. Service: Notable roles in the Academy for Eating Disorders (Past-President) and editorial work for Eating Behaviors . Mentored 10+ students in eating disorder research.
Nancy C. Hinkle is a Professor in the Department of Entomology at the University of Georgia , associated with the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences. As the Extension Veterinary Entomologist for Georgia, her work focuses on research and public education about domestic and companion animal ectoparasites, particularly pests linked to confined animal production systems. Her research integrates a multi-disciplinary approach , collaborating with agricultural engineers, animal scientists, waste management experts, and sociologists to address entomological challenges in livestock and poultry systems. Key research areas include insecticide resistance in veterinary pests, biological control , cultural techniques , and insecticide resistance management to develop ecologically sound pest control strategies. She emphasizes innovative delivery systems for insecticides and biological controls, ensuring compatibility with modern animal husbandry practices. The articles in her record reflect expertise in cat fleas , poultry pests , Salmonella transmission , and insecticide susceptibility testing . Themes span insect physiology , urban pests , and public health implications of entomological issues. Her work addresses both basic biological understanding and applied control methods for pests affecting domestic animals and humans.
Oliver Turnbull is a Professor of Neuropsychology and Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Bangor University. He holds roles in the Vice Chancellor's Office and The Institute for Wellbeing Research, with a former affiliation to the School of Psychology & Sport Science. His research focuses on emotion neuroscience, neuropsychological disorders, and psychotherapy applications. Turnbull earned a PhD in neuropsychology from Cambridge University (1994) and is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society. He has authored over 200 publications and co-authored influential books like The Brain and the Inner World . Key research themes include emotion regulation, delusional beliefs in neurological patients, and memory preservation in amnesia cases. Education: PhD: Neuropsychology, Cambridge University (1991-1994) Professional Qualifications: Chartered Clinical Psychologist (BPS, 2004) His work integrates clinical practice with neuroscientific insights, particularly addressing acquired brain injury and stroke patients. Projects include emotion-based learning mechanisms and neuropsychological rehabilitation strategies. Collaborations span international institutions, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to mental health challenges. Recent studies highlight emotional processing deficits in neurological disorders and innovative interventions for anger management post-injury. His contributions bridge psychoanalytic theory with modern neuroscience, influencing both academic research and clinical practice.
John T. Monahan is a distinguished Professor at the University of Virginia School of Law, specializing in psychology and law. He is a member of both the National Academy of Medicine and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and has received notable awards including the Manfred Guttmacher Award for outstanding research in law and psychiatry. Monahan has authored or edited 17 books and over 300 articles, with work cited over 40,000 times, including by the U.S. Supreme Court. His career includes founding the American Psychological Association’s Division of Psychology and Law and directing two MacArthur Foundation research networks. Current Affiliation: University of Virginia School of Law Visiting Roles: Harvard/NYU Law Schools, American Academy in Rome, All Souls College Oxford Research Focus: Violence risk assessment, mental disorder-crime links, legal admissibility of psychological evidence, and forensic psychiatry. His work bridges clinical practice with actuarial methods, examining racial bias, age factors, and neuroscientific contributions to risk models. Scientific Awards: Manfred Guttmacher Award (2 books) Guggenheim Fellowship Stanford Center for Advanced Study Fellowship National Academy of Medicine Membership American Academy of Arts and Sciences Membership Monahan’s publications include systematic reviews of risk assessment tools, longitudinal studies of attorney careers, and analyses of pretrial decision-making. His MacArthur studies on violence risk assessment remain foundational in forensic psychiatry and criminal justice reform.
Selena Chan, DO is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. As Associate Director of Clinical Programs, she co-leads the development of Grand Rounds, Public Classes, the Community Care Fund (CCF), and Sharing Humanity through Arts, Reflection, and Expression (SHARE). Her work focuses on addressing the lack of integrative treatment options for low-income, underserved, and marginalized communities. Board-certified integrative psychiatrist Specializes in evidence-informed, cost-effective treatment options Integrates conventional medications, supplements, psychotherapy, and mind-body practices Dr. Chan's research interests center around integrative medicine, psychosomatic medicine, and mind-body therapies. Her work emphasizes culturally relevant communication approaches that improve therapeutic outcomes for mind-body conditions, particularly through non-verbal methods. She has dedicated twenty years to Integrative Health, with particular focus on community mental health, whole health approaches, and integrative health equity, especially for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander populations. Dr. Chan has received numerous awards including the Exceptional Long-Term Mentor Award, multiple Community+ UCSF Mount Zion Awards totaling over $500,000 in grant funding, and the UCSF School of Medicine Staff Appreciation and Recognition Plan (STAR) Award. Her grant work focuses on building community partnerships to advance integrative health equity. As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Chan has provided over 1,200 hours of structured clinical mentorship in Academic Year 2025 to faculty fellows, psychiatric nurse practitioner interns, and medical students. She serves as an Inquiry Advisor for the UCSF Inquiry Deep Explore Program and clinical attending for the UCSF Specialty Practice Ambulatory Sub-internship (SPAN). Dr. Chan leads the Osher Center for Integrative Health Mini Medical School for the Public, creating educational programming on creative expression for mind-body health and approaches to finding balance through integrative mental healthcare.
Anna Linda Gröning serves as Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Bergen, specializing in criminal law intersections with mental health and forensic psychiatry. Her work critically examines legal frameworks for unaccountable offenders and vulnerable populations within Nordic and comparative contexts. Her research focuses on: Criminal responsibility in mental disorders Nordic legal harmonization Child forensic assessment methodologies Human rights implications in mental health law Delusional disorders in legal contexts International comparative criminal sanctions Recent 2024 publications reveal a pronounced trend toward interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly through the DIMENSIONS and CHILDCRIM projects. These initiatives bridge law, psychiatry, and human rights to reform forensic assessment protocols for mentally disordered offenders and children, emphasizing evidence-based policy development across Bulgaria, Norway, and Nordic jurisdictions. Professor Gröning actively contributes to international discourse through projects like DIMENSIONS (addressing mental health dimensions in legal contexts) and CHILDCRIM (developing standardized child forensic assessment tools), positioning her at the forefront of criminal law reform for vulnerable populations.
Dr. Caroline H. Shiboski is a Professor in the Department of Stomatology at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry. She cares for adult and pediatric patients with oral mucosal diseases and other oral disorders, including inflammatory conditions (lichen planus, pemphigus, pemphigoid), infectious diseases (such as candidiasis and herpes virus infections), certain oral pain conditions (such as burning mouth syndrome), and the oral complications of graft-versus-host disease following stem cell transplants. She is also involved with the initial diagnosis of oral cancer and precancerous conditions, working closely with the head and neck surgery team for timely referral and treatment. Dr. Shiboski's educational background includes: Lycee Rabelais, Versailles Academy, France, BS, 1978, Biology, Math, Physics Universite R. Descartes, Paris V, France, DDS, 1984, General Dentistry University of California San Francisco, Certificate, 1991, Advanced General Dentistry University of California, Berkeley, MPH, 1992, Epidemiology University of California San Francisco, Certificate, 1993, Dental Public Health University of California San Francisco, Certificate, 1994, Dental Clinical Epidemiology University of California, Berkeley, PhD, 1997, Epidemiology University of California San Francisco, Certificate, 1998, Oral Medicine Dr. Shiboski's research primarily focuses on the oral manifestations of immune system dysfunction, oral cancer, and Sjögren's syndrome. Her work spans clinical investigations into oral mucosal diseases, epidemiological studies of oral conditions, and translational research connecting oral manifestations with systemic diseases. She has made significant contributions to understanding the oral complications of autoimmune disorders and has pioneered research on telemedicine applications in oral medicine, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Analysis of Dr. Shiboski's recent publications (2021-2023) reveals a strong emphasis on Sjögren's syndrome research, with multiple studies examining genetic, epigenetic, and clinical aspects of this autoimmune disorder. Her work also demonstrates growing interest in telemedicine applications for oral disease management, reflecting adaptation to modern healthcare delivery challenges. Additionally, she continues to investigate oral cancer disparities and the intersection of oral health with systemic conditions. Dr. Shiboski has received numerous scientific awards throughout her career: Received High Honor for doctoral thesis titled "La prevention bucco-dentaire au Danemark" (1984) "Michele Bardet-Viatte Award" for best publication on Dental Health Promotion (1987) Dentist Scientist Award, Department of Stomatology, UCSF (2001) K23 award, Department of Stomatology, UCSF (2001) Diplomate of the American Academy of Oral Medicine (2001) Dean's Creativity fund Award (2003) Academic Senate New Investigator Award (2004) Teacher of the Year Award, Department of Stomatology, UCSF Dr. Shiboski has secured substantial research funding as Principal Investigator on multiple NIH grants, most notably serving as PI for the Sjögren's International Collaborative Clinical Alliance Next Generation Studies (SICCA-NextGen) from June 2020-May 2025 (NIH U01DE028891). Her extensive grant portfolio demonstrates consistent funding support for over 25 years, with projects spanning oral health outcomes in transplant recipients, HIV-positive women, and Sjögren's syndrome research. While specific students aren't listed in the provided information, her role as Teacher of the Year Award recipient and involvement in resident education through UCSF suggests active mentoring. Dr. Shiboski leads the Sjögren's International Collaborative Clinical Alliance (SICCA) research team, which has established a robust international network for studying Sjögren's syndrome. Her work with this consortium has generated significant insights into the genetic, clinical, and molecular aspects of this complex autoimmune disorder. The team has developed comprehensive clinical assessment protocols and biorepositories that have become valuable resources for the international research community studying autoimmune exocrinopathy.
