جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Deep Learning
• Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR)
• Spoken Language Modeling
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Mikko Kurimo is a Full Professor at Aalto University's Department of Information and Communications Engineering, School of Electrical Engineering. He earned his M.Sc., Lic.Tech., and D.Sc.(Tech.) from Helsinki University of Technology (1992, 1994, 1997) and pioneered neural networks for automatic speech recognition (ASR) in his PhD thesis. After research roles at IDIAP (Swiss AI center) and visiting positions at University of Colorado, Edinburgh, SRI, ICSI, and Nitech, he leads Aalto's ASR group since 2000. His work focuses on unsupervised subword modeling for morphologically complex languages (Finnish, Estonian, Turkish, Arabic) and large speech foundation models. PhD in Neural ASR (Helsinki University of Technology, 1997) Research Scientist at IDIAP (Switzerland) Visiting Fellow at University of Colorado, Edinburgh, SRI, ICSI, Nitech Head of Aalto ASR Group (2000-present) His research spans deep learning for ASR, spoken language modeling , and low-resource language solutions . Recent work explores continued pre-training of self-supervised models, multimodal emotion recognition, and pronunciation assessment using LLMs. He led the winning team in the 2017 Multi-Genre Broadcast challenge and secured competitive funding in Tekes Challenge Finland and EC's H2020-ICT-2017. Key article trends include: Advancements in children's speech recognition and dysarthric speech processing Integration of generative AI for language learning feedback Specialization in low-resource Uralic languages (Finnish, Northern Sámi) Development of robust ASR systems for complex phonetic environments Scientific Awards ACM Multimedia 2023 Computational Paralinguistics Challenge Prize First place in MGB3 2017 Arabic ASR Challenge ISCA Best Student Paper Award (2011) Professeur Invité at Université de Saint-Etienne (2005-2006) Royal Society International Short Visit Fellowship (2004) Professor Kurimo leads the Speech Recognition Group at Aalto, collaborating with COIN (Centre of Excellence in Computational Inference) and AIRC (Adaptive Informatics Research Centre). His projects like CaptainA mobile app demonstrate practical applications of ASR in language education. He has supervised numerous publications with co-authors in domains spanning bandwidth extension, stuttering detection, and speech sound disorder assessment.

Anita L Lightburnمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Communication Disorders in Children
• Bilingualism in Speech-Language Pathology
• Multicultural Issues in Speech Therapy
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Anita L Lightburn is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Syracuse University's College of Arts & Sciences. She serves as a clinical supervisor at the Gebbie Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic. Her expertise focuses on communication disorders in children, particularly bilingualism, multicultural issues in speech-language pathology, and fluency disorders. She holds TESOL certification and has contributed to programs addressing BIPOC graduate student success. Education: M.S., Speech-Language Pathology, Syracuse University (1991) B.S., Communication Sciences & Disorders, Syracuse University (1990) Research Interests: Clinical and research efforts emphasize culturally responsive practices for children with communication disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and stuttering. Recent work addresses Hispanic family experiences and multicultural program development in academia. Recent Contributions: Published in Research in Developmental Disabilities and Teaching and Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders . Presented at ASHA and NBASLH conferences on BIPOC student support programs and stuttering interventions. Service & Leadership: Coordinator of Speaking Orange Fluency Summer Camp for children who stutter Committee member for Student Diversity & Success in CSD Panelist for WISE Women of Color in STEM and DePaul University's Black History Month Labs/Teams: Active in the Gebbie Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic and the Speaking Orange Fluency Program.

Behrooz Mahmoodi-Bakhtiariمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Iranian Linguistics
• Dialectology
• Teaching Persian as a Foreign Language
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Dr. Behrooz Mahmoodi-Bakhtiari is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Performing Arts at the University of Tehran, Iran. Born in 1974 in Tehran, he earned his PhD in Linguistics from Allameh Tabatabaee University in 2003. His work bridges linguistics and performing arts, with a focus on Persian language pedagogy and cultural studies. His research encompasses Iranian linguistics, dialectology, teaching Persian as a foreign language, Iranian dramatic literature, and discourse analysis of drama. He employs linguistic and semiotic approaches to analyze drama and film, contributing to interdisciplinary academic dialogues. Mahmoodi-Bakhtiari has published extensively in these areas and contributed to major reference works, including the Encyclopedia Iranica , Encyclopedia of Language and Linguistics , Encyclopedia of Islam (Third Edition) , and The Great Islamic Encyclopedia . His publications span linguistics, medical education, neuroscience, and literature, reflecting a broad interdisciplinary scope. He welcomes international academic collaborations and can be contacted via email for scholarly exchanges.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Developmental Disorders
• Speech Perception
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Professor Kate Watkins is a Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience and Tutorial Fellow at St Anne's College, University of Oxford. Her research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying speech and language, particularly in developmental disorders such as stuttering and developmental language disorder (DLD). She employs neuroimaging (MRI/fMRI) and brain stimulation techniques (TMS/tDCS) to investigate speech perception, production, and motor control. Key contributions include discoveries about striatal iron concentrations in stuttering and cerebellar abnormalities in DLD. Watkins trained at the Institute of Child Health, Great Ormond Street Hospital, and the Montreal Neurological Institute. She co-founded the Neurobiology of Language journal and has held academic roles since 2003. Her work bridges clinical and experimental approaches, aiming to improve understanding of communication disorders and inform therapeutic strategies. Research interests span developmental stuttering, speech motor control, bilingual language processing, and neuroimaging methodologies. She collaborates with institutions like the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging and has published extensively on language lateralization, motor cortex plasticity, and neurobiological markers of speech disorders.

Nejra Van Zalkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Psychology
• Cognitive Sciences
• Computer-Human Interaction
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Dr. Nejra Van Zalk is an Associate Professor in Psychology and Human Factors at Imperial College London's Dyson School of Design Engineering. She directs the Design Psychology Lab, focusing on psychological mechanisms in product/service design for mental health. Her affiliations include the Human Behaviour and Experience Network and Robotics Forum. She holds a PhD from Örebro University, Sweden, with prior roles as Senior Lecturer and Visiting Scholar at institutions like Cambridge University. Her research spans design psychology, cognitive science, and human-robot interaction. Key articles explore VR therapy for OCD, age-related needle phobia, and social anxiety in adolescents. Her work emphasizes translating psychological insights into practical solutions for health and technology domains. Research interests include mental health interventions through virtual reality, social anxiety disorders, and human-AI interaction. Notable projects investigate robotic clinical tools and teleoperation interfaces. She has contributed to scoping reviews on cochlear implants and pediatric hearing outcomes. Her work bridges psychology with engineering to enhance human-centered design. Collaborations span robotics, healthcare, and education sectors. Her articles highlight trends in VR-based therapies and developmental psychology, with a focus on translating research into clinical and technological applications. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but her extensive publication record reflects academic impact. She advises through the Design Psychology Lab, fostering interdisciplinary innovation in human factors and mental health.

• Behavioral Genetics
• Twin Studies
• Psychiatric Genetics
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Professor Nicholas G. Martin is a distinguished researcher at the Queensland Brain Institute, University of Queensland, with extensive contributions to behavioral genetics and psychiatric research. His work primarily focuses on twin studies, genetic epidemiology, and the genetic basis of mental health disorders. His research interests span behavioral genetics, particularly twin studies methodology, psychiatric genetics focusing on depression and substance use disorders, neurogenetics examining brain structure and function, and genome-wide association studies of complex traits. Martin has pioneered methodologies for analyzing genetic and environmental contributions to complex human behaviors and disorders. His publication record demonstrates consistent productivity in high-impact journals, with recent work emphasizing polygenic risk scores, gene-environment interactions, and cross-ancestry genetic studies. His research often involves large-scale collaborative efforts examining the genetic architecture of psychiatric conditions and related phenotypes. Multiple publications in Nature Genetics, Molecular Psychiatry, and other top-tier journals Extensive work on depression genetics and related phenotypes Significant contributions to twin study methodology Research spanning psychiatric disorders, substance use, and cognitive traits Professor Martin maintains active collaborations across international research networks and has contributed significantly to advancing our understanding of the genetic underpinnings of human behavior and mental health conditions through rigorous quantitative genetic approaches.

Jeffrey S. Bedwellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psychopathology
• Mood Disorders
• Clinical Psychology
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Jeffrey S. Bedwell is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Central Florida (UCF), serving as Program Director and Director of Clinical Training for the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. Program. He holds a secondary joint appointment as Professor of Medicine in the Department of Clinical Sciences at UCF's College of Medicine. Bedwell earned his B.S. in Psychology from James Madison University, followed by a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Georgia, with a predoctoral clinical internship at the Medical University of South Carolina/VA Consortium. His research, conducted through the MPACT Lab, employs a transdiagnostic NIMH Research Domain Criteria (RDoC) approach to study reduced motivation (avolition/apathy), pleasure (anhedonia), and emotional expression (constricted/blunted affect) across mood disorders like depression and bipolar disorder. His work also explores links between these symptoms and psychopathy, social anxiety, and suicidal behavior using cognitive neuroscience methods (e.g., event-related potentials, pupillometry). Bedwell's research aims to improve treatments targeting specific psychiatric symptoms. He has received recognition such as the 2024 Founders’ Day Awards from UCF. His academic memberships include the American Psychological Association and the Society for Research in Psychopathology. His teaching and clinical training leadership roles reflect his commitment to shaping future clinical psychologists. Education: B.S. in Psychology, James Madison University Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, University of Georgia (2004) Predoc Internship: Medical University of South Carolina/VA Consortium Key Research Themes: Psychopathology of mood disorders Cognitive neuroscience of anhedonia/avolition Transdiagnostic symptom mechanisms Awards: 2024 UCF Founders’ Day Award for Academic Excellence Professional Roles: Director of Clinical Training (Ph.D. Program) Member, Council of University Directors of Clinical Training Bedwell’s lab employs advanced methodologies like EEG, neuroimaging, and behavioral assays to investigate how neurophysiological processes underpin psychiatric symptoms. His translational research bridges basic science and clinical applications, particularly in refining treatment strategies for complex symptom clusters.

• Speech Pathology
• Stuttering Treatment
• Internet-Based Therapy
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Associate Professor Susan O'Brian is a speech pathologist and researcher affiliated with the Australian Stuttering Research Centre (ASRC) at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS). She holds a position in the Faculty of Health and specializes in stuttering research, clinical practice, and program development. Her work focuses on stuttering measurement, internet-based treatments (e.g., the Camperdown Program), and the Lidcombe Program for early intervention. She is a founding member of the Camperdown Program Trainers Consortium and has presented workshops globally. Her research spans clinical translation of stuttering interventions, cost-benefit analysis of stuttering treatment, and neurodevelopmental underpinnings of stuttering. She has contributed to over 100 journal articles and book chapters. Key grants include NHMRC-funded projects on internet anxiety treatments and randomized trials for stuttering interventions. Recent articles highlight her work on stuttering severity metrics, social anxiety in children, and brain connectivity in at-risk neonates. She collaborates internationally and emphasizes translational research to bridge clinical practice and evidence-based methods.

Agneta Herlitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sex Differences in Cognition
• Neurosciences
• Geriatrics
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Agneta Herlitz is a Professor of Psychology at Karolinska Institutet, leading the research group on Individual Differences in Cognition. She has been affiliated with the Department of Clinical Neuroscience since 2012, and previously held roles such as Senior Lecturer and Researcher at Karolinska Institutet and Assistant/Associate Professor at Stockholm University. Her research focuses on sex differences in cognition and behavior, particularly exploring how these differences impact societal outcomes like career choices and dementia risk. She investigates topics using behavioral studies, Swedish registries, and physiological measures like MRI and biomarkers. Education: PhD in Psychology, Umeå University (1991) Licensed Psychologist, Stockholm University (1994) Professor at Karolinska Institutet (2008) Research Interests: Dr. Herlitz examines sex-typical cognitive profiles and their influence on life outcomes, including the origins of sex differences in cognition. Her work spans geriatrics, neurosciences, and psychology, with a focus on dementia, memory, and developmental influences. Recent studies include meta-analyses of episodic memory differences and longitudinal examinations of academic and occupational segregation. Publications & Grants: Over 150 peer-reviewed articles, including high-impact studies in PNAS , Psychological Bulletin , and Neurology . Active in editorial roles and national/international research councils, including the Swedish Research Council and the Norwegian Research Council’s Portfolio Board 'Life Sciences'. Advising & Mentoring: Supervised numerous PhD students, including Björn Persson, Daniel Fellman, and Serhiy Dekhtyar. Her lab focuses on cognitive aging, sex differences, and the neurobiological underpinnings of memory. Affiliations: Chair of the CEDAR Centre at Umeå University, member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences’ National Committee for Psychological Sciences, and affiliated with research groups on neurodevelopmental effects in transgender youth.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuropsychology
• Bilingualism
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Jubin Abutalebi, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Neuropsychology at the University Vita Salute San Raffaele's Faculty of Psychology in Milan, Italy. He holds dual appointments as Honorary Associate Professor at the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Education and directs the Centre for Neurolinguistics and Psycholinguistics. His academic journey includes Summa cum Laude graduation from Brescia Medical School (1998) and specialization in Neurology at Vita Salute San Raffaele (2003), with postdoctoral training at Charité Hospital (Berlin), Université de Montréal, and University of Hong Kong. Graduated Summa cum Laude: University of Brescia Medical School (1998) Neurology specialization: Summa Cum Laude at Vita Salute San Raffaele (2003) His research focuses on the neurobiological basis of bilingualism, language control, and cognitive aging. He examines how multilingual experience affects brain structure/function, cognitive reserve, and neurodegenerative disease progression. His work spans neuroimaging, functional connectivity, and clinical applications in aphasia rehabilitation. Recent publications address: Language processing in multilingual speakers Cognitive aging and bilingualism Emotional processing in native/foreign languages Neuroplasticity mechanisms Impact of language distance on executive function Scientific recognition includes: Fellow, World Federation of Neurology (2006-present) Editor-in-Chief of Bilingualism: Language and Cognition (2014-present) He has held visiting appointments at: University of Montréal (2005) University of Tehran (2010-2011) Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (2011) University of Hong Kong (2015-2018) University of Utrecht Summer School (2013)

Elina Mainela-Arnoldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Speech and Language Development
• Developmental Language Disorder
• Specific Language Impairment
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Elina Mainela-Arnold is a Professor and Head of the Department of Psychology and Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Turku, Finland. She earned her Ph.D. in Communicative Disorders and Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Helsinki. She previously served as an assistant professor at Penn State University and the University of Toronto. Research Interests: Her research investigates domain-general cognitive mechanisms in language acquisition, focusing on individual differences in children with typical development and those with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD). She explores bilingualism, cognitive processing, and neurocognitive underpinnings of language learning. Her work informs both theoretical models and clinical practice. Recent Research Trends: Her recent publications highlight auditory processing, procedural learning, intra-individual variability, and non-linguistic cognitive predictors in language development. She uses ERP, longitudinal cohort data (e.g., FinnBrain), and cross-linguistic designs to examine language outcomes in monolingual and bilingual children. Scientific Awards and Recognition: Contributor to the CATALISE international consensus panel (2016–2017), which established evidence-based diagnostic criteria for childhood language impairments. Her research influenced the adoption of the term Developmental Language Disorder in the ICD-11. Advising and Grants: She mentors Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral thesis students. While specific grant details are not listed, her involvement in large-scale studies like FinnBrain and international collaborations indicates active grant-funded research. She teaches courses such as Language Across the Lifespan, Bilingualism, and Cognitive Processes. Labs and Teams: She is affiliated with the FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study and the InterLearn research group, engaging in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, and speech-language pathology.

• Stuttering
• Speech Pathology
• Logopedics
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Marie-Christine Franken serves as Associate Professor Researcher at Erasmus University Medical Center within the Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery. Her academic profile demonstrates active engagement in speech pathology research with a specialized focus on stuttering disorders across developmental stages. Her primary research interests form a distinctive fingerprint in stuttering (100% prominence), prematurity (24%), logopedics (22%), speech language pathology (22%), word production (16%), and sentence production (14%). This specialization extends to practice guidelines and school-age children's speech development. Recent publications reveal a clear trajectory in clinical stuttering research, with emphasis on developmental models (2024 Erasmus clinical model update), psychosocial impacts in adults (2024), and innovative therapy approaches for preschool children (2025). Her work increasingly integrates large-scale data collection methods validated through self-report accuracy studies (2024). While no specific awards are documented in current profiles, her research demonstrates significant scholarly impact with multiple publications receiving social media attention (posted by 3-10 X users per article) and academic readership (4-29 Mendeley readers). Franken actively supervises research work as indicated by 'Supervised Work (1)' in her profile, though specific student names aren't listed. Her research output includes 54 publications comprising 48 articles, 3 book chapters, and other scholarly contributions. Current investigations focus on parental factors in therapy efficacy and language development predictors of stuttering persistence.

Blake Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Motor Control
• Neuroimaging
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Blake Johnson is an Associate Professor and Honorary Professor at the School of Psychological Sciences, Macquarie University, affiliated with the Hearing CRC. His research focuses on brain mechanisms underlying perception, cognition, motor control, and mental imagery, utilizing advanced neuroimaging techniques like MEG and EEG. He leads projects investigating speech motor control in children with developmental disorders, such as Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), and has pioneered methodologies combining MEG with speech tracking systems. Research Interests: Johnson's work spans cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, and developmental psychology. Key areas include speech production mechanisms, neural correlates of motor control, auditory processing abnormalities in disorders like stuttering and autism, and the application of MEG/EEG for understanding brain dynamics. His studies often integrate multimodal data to explore how neural activity coordinates with behavioral outcomes. Recent Projects: Active projects include investigating the neural origins of motor disorders in CAS (2022–2023) and developing MEG-articulography techniques for speech research (2016–2020). He collaborates internationally, focusing on brain mechanisms in speech motor control and developmental neuroplasticity. Articles Trends: His publications emphasize MEG/EEG applications in speech and motor systems, with recent work on beta-band rhythms in speech production, emotional distractor suppression, and lateralized linguistic processing. These studies highlight innovative methods for linking neural activity to behavioral and developmental outcomes. Grants & Collaborations: Leads 29 projects since 2008, including the Bio-semi EEG system (ongoing) and collaborations on childhood apraxia. His lab is part of the Hearing CRC, fostering translational research in auditory and speech neuroscience. Labs/Teams: Based at Macquarie’s School of Psychological Sciences, his team specializes in neuroimaging and developmental neuroscience, contributing to both fundamental and applied research in hearing and speech disorders.

• Neuroscience
• Computational Systems
• Brain Imaging
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J. Adam Noah is an Associate Research Scientist in Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine , affiliated with the Brain Function Laboratory . His work combines computational systems, brain imaging, and virtual reality interventions to advance clinical and basic neuroscience research. Dr. Noah specializes in functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) data acquisition and analysis, focusing on neural mechanisms underlying motor control, decision-making, and cognitive function . His recent studies explore applications of wearable neuroimaging in dementia screening , autism diagnostics , and creative cognition , utilizing machine learning algorithms for clinical prediction. His publications reveal trends in social neuroscience (eye contact studies), psychiatric biomarkers (psychosis classification), and neurotechnology development (mobile brain monitoring systems). Key collaborators include Dr. Joy Hirsch (neuroimaging) and Dr. James McPartland (autism research).

Courtenay Frazier Norburyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Language Disorder
• Language Disorders
• Social Communication
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Courtenay Frazier Norbury is Professor II at the University of Oslo's Department of Special Needs Education (part-time) and Professor of Developmental Disorders of Language and Communication at University College London. She holds a DPhil in Experimental Psychology from the University of Oxford (2004), an MSc in Clinical Communication Sciences from City University London (1998), and a BA in Communication Disorders from the University of New Mexico (1992). She is registered with the Health Professions Council and Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. Her research examines language disorders across clinical conditions, focusing on Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) and its impact on social, academic, and cognitive development. She leads the SCALES study, the UK's first epidemiological study of language disorders in school children, which identified 7.58% prevalence of DLD. Her work emphasizes early identification and longitudinal outcomes. Recent publications (2019-2025) cluster around: Interventions for language disorders in neurodevelopmental conditions Mental health correlates of communication disorders Predictive relationships between language and social-emotional development Innovative methodologies for minimally verbal populations Awards and honors: Fellowship, Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists (2017-18) British Academy Mid-Career Fellowship (2016) Neil O’Connor Award, British Psychological Society (2004) Multiple teaching prizes including UCL Inspirational Teaching nomination She oversees doctoral projects on stammering-mental health links and minimally verbal autism. Major grants include ESRC funding for predictive language-mental health relationships (£942,047) and Wellcome Trust support for SLI comorbidity studies.