جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Medical Imaging
• Neuroscience
• Radiology
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Dr. Christoph Lerche is a researcher at the Institute of Neuroscience and Medicine (INM) , specifically in the Physics of Medical Imaging (INM-4) department at Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH . His research focuses on advanced medical imaging technologies, particularly positron emission tomography (PET) and hybrid imaging systems like PET-MRI. Key areas include improving PET detector design, developing novel reconstruction algorithms, and applying these techniques to neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s) and oncology (e.g., glioma diagnosis). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaborations, such as optimizing BrainPET insert compatibility with ultra-high field (UHF) MRI systems and analyzing sleep-related effects on synaptic density. He contributes to clinical applications, such as distinguishing glioma relapse from treatment effects using FET PET radiomics, and advancing multimodal imaging (e.g., simultaneous PET/MR/EEG). Notable projects include enhancing dead-time correction for accurate BrainPET quantification, designing dipole antenna arrays for hybrid systems, and developing photon-counting CT-based PET attenuation maps. His innovations aim to bridge gaps between imaging hardware, data processing, and clinical neuroscience.

Ana Inés Ansaldoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroplasticity
• Language Disorders (Aphasia, Dementia)
• Bilingualism and Multilingualism
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Dre Ana Inés Ansaldo is a Full Professor at the Université de Montréal’s École d'orthophonie et d’audiologie and Director of the Brain Plasticity, Communication, and Aging Laboratory at the CRIUGM. Her research focuses on neuroplasticity mechanisms in language recovery (aphasia, dementia), bilingualism’s cognitive benefits, and technology-driven interventions for elderly communication. She holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from Université de Montréal and completed postdoctoral training at McGill University. Her work has been recognized with awards such as the IRSC’s Aging Institute Special Prize (2002) and the Fondation des maladies du coeur du Canada Excellence Award. Key research projects include developing the COMPAs app to support communication in dementia care, studying bilingualism’s protective effects against cognitive decline, and investigating neurofunctional markers of therapy efficacy in aphasia. She has supervised doctoral theses on topics like phonological therapy and cross-linguistic transfer. Recent articles highlight bilingualism’s impact on attentional control and the effectiveness of speech therapy in chronic aphasia. Her grants include CIHR funding for neuroplasticity research and initiatives addressing social isolation in aging populations.

Ovidiu Lunguمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• Mental Health
• Aging
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Dr. Ovidiu Lungu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology at the University of Montreal's Faculty of Medicine. His research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Parkinson's, dementia), mental health (schizophrenia), and aging, with a dual emphasis on fundamental neuroplasticity and clinical applications. He holds affiliations with the CRIUGM (Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal) and the RQRV (Réseau québécois de recherche sur le vieillissement) . Education : PhD in Psychology from "Al.I.Cuza" University, Iasi, Romania Postdoctoral Fellowships at University of Minnesota (USA) and University of Montreal Research Interests : Combines neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG) and clinical studies to investigate brain mechanisms underlying aging, mental disorders, and neurodegeneration. Key areas include sleep's role in memory consolidation, social determinants of health, and neuroplasticity in Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia. Grants & Projects : CIHR-funded project (2020-2025): Sleep-related memory consolidation mechanisms (Co-I) PREPARED Trial (2016-2020): Alzheimer's delirium prevention (Co-I) Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging (CCNA) (2014-2019) (Core member) Awards : Recognized for postdoctoral research excellence and international training grants (e.g., Soros Foundation, McDonnell Foundation). Labs/Teams : Leads sleep-neuroplasticity studies and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in geriatric research and neuroimaging.

• Neurology
• Stroke Recovery
• Neuroplasticity
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Gottfried Schlaug is a Professor in the Department of Neurology at UMass Chan – Baystate Regional Campus. He specializes in neurology, stroke recovery, and music-based interventions for neurological disorders. His research focuses on neuroplasticity mechanisms, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), aphasia treatment, and motor function recovery after stroke. Education: MD and PhD from the University of Cologne, Germany. His work spans clinical trials, neuroimaging studies, and translational research in rehabilitation neuroscience. Research Interests: Schlaug's studies investigate how music and non-invasive brain stimulation can enhance recovery from stroke, aphasia, and neurodegenerative conditions. Key areas include tDCS effects on motor and language networks, structural neuroplasticity through singing interventions, and machine learning approaches to map brain network engagement during stimulation. Publications: Over 200 peer-reviewed articles, with recent focus on tDCS efficacy, singing interventions for aphasia, and the structural changes associated with music training. His work bridges clinical practice and neuroscience, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches. Grants/Advising: Leads major clinical trials like TRANSPORT2 and FEASt, funded by NIH and other institutions. Supervises research teams exploring neurorehabilitation strategies and brain stimulation therapies. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with interdisciplinary groups in neurology, music therapy, and biomedical engineering to advance neurorehabilitation techniques.

Seung-Goo Kimمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Science
• Music Psychology
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Dr. Seung-Goo Kim is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics (since 2021), working under Prof. Daniela Sammler. His career spans postdoctoral roles at Duke University, University of Cambridge, and MPI for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences, with a PhD in Psychology from University of Leipzig (2017, summa cum laude). He holds graduate degrees in Cognitive Science and dual BA in Economics/Psychology, with early training in Musical Composition. PhD: University of Leipzig & MPI for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences Postdoc: Duke University (USA), University of Cambridge (UK) Current affiliation: Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics, Frankfurt/Main His research focuses on the neural encoding of music and speech , particularly: shared mechanisms of musical emotion and prosody; intersubject variability in musical reward sensitivity; temporal structure processing; pitch perception correlates; and applications in clinical neuroscience. Key methodologies include MEG, fMRI, and computational modeling of auditory systems. Major scientific awards include: Johanna Quandt Young Academy Fellowship (2023) Postdoc Research Grant Award (Duke University, 2021) Summa cum laude PhD (2017) Conference Scholarship (Mariani Foundation, Italy, 2014) Best Poster Presentation Award (Korean Society of Human Brain Mapping, 2010) His work includes collaborations with leading labs in neuroaesthetics , music cognition , and clinical neuroscience , with recent publications analyzing tonal hierarchy, dissonance encoding, and myeloarchitecture of impulsivity. Current projects emphasize computational models of auditory processing and empirical aesthetics.

• Neuroimaging
• Clinical Neuroscience
• Neuropsychology
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Dr. Leslie Baxter is a Clinical Neuropsychologist and neuroimaging researcher affiliated with Mayo Clinic Arizona. She specializes in combining neuroimaging techniques with cognitive measures to study brain-behavior relationships in neurological conditions. Her work focuses on brain mapping using methods like functional MRI, diffusion tensor imaging, and intraoperative electrocortical stimulation, particularly for patients requiring surgery for brain tumors, epilepsy, and other disorders. Education: PhD (specific field not specified) Her research interests include brain tumors, autism, emotion, and aging. She collaborates with neurosurgeons and has extensive experience imaging thousands of patients and leading diverse projects. Dr. Baxter emphasizes practical applications of neuroimaging tools in both clinical diagnostics and research, highlighting differences in implementation between clinical and research settings. No specific grants, advising roles, or lab affiliations are detailed in the provided information.

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Neuromodulation Treatment
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Professor H. Nesrin DİLBAZ is a prominent academic at Üsküdar University, specializing in Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience. She holds a professorship and has been actively involved in research and clinical practice since the 1990s. Born in 1958, she graduated from Anadolu University Faculty of Medicine in 1984 and completed her Adult Psychiatry specialization in 1991. Her career includes roles as a Psychiatric Specialist, Associate Professor, and AMATEM Director at Ankara Numune Hospital between 1991–2004. Her research focuses on addiction medicine, neuromodulation, neuroimaging, and social psychology. Notable projects include the Collaborative Outcomes study (COH-FIT) on pandemic impacts and the Neuroscience20 initiative. She has supervised over 14 graduate theses on topics like social media addiction, substance use disorders, and psychological resilience. Her publications span behavioral neuroscience, psychiatric comorbidities, and pandemic mental health. She has contributed to international collaborations and authored textbooks on addiction treatment. Key recent work addresses synthetic cannabinoid disorders and HCV prevalence among drug users.

Xavier De Tiègeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Functional Neuroimaging
• Presurgical Functional Mapping
• Refractory Focal Epilepsy
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Xavier De Tiège is a Professor at Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and works at Erasme Hospital, ULB's academic hospital. He serves as Director of the Department of Functional Neuroimaging within the Service of Nuclear Medicine and as a senior researcher at the ULB Neuroscience Institute's Laboratoire de Cartographie fonctionnelle du Cerveau. Professor of Neuroanatomy, ULB Senior Researcher, ULB Neuroscience Institute Director of Functional Neuroimaging Department, Erasme Hospital Member of the UR2NF research lab His research focuses on functional neuroimaging applications for presurgical mapping in refractory focal epilepsy and investigating cortical entrainment through sensory-motor processes and cortico-cortical interactions. Recent work employs multimodal imaging (MEG, fMRI) and computational models to study brain synchronization, language control, and neural plasticity in epilepsy patients. Key publication trends include epilepsy diagnostics , brain connectivity modeling , cognitive neuroimaging , and neurological AI applications . While no specific awards are listed in the provided text, his role as a senior researcher and lab director indicates significant academic contributions. Advises doctoral candidates via collaborative publications Leads multidisciplinary team in UR2NF lab

• Psychiatry
• Neuroscience
• Ophthalmology
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Dr. Steven M. Silverstein is a Professor of Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Ophthalmology at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He holds the George L. Engel Professorship in Biopsychosocial Medicine and serves as Associate Chair for Research in Psychiatry and Director of the Center for Retina and Brain. With over 270 publications, his research focuses on schizophrenia, visual perception deficits, retinal biomarkers, and mental health rehabilitation. He has led NIH-funded grants and received awards such as the Armin Loeb Award and Alexander Gralnick Prize. Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology from SUNY Buffalo (1989), BA from Brandeis University (1984). Postdoctoral training at Cornell Medical College. Research Interests: Schizophrenia pathophysiology, visual and cognitive impairments, retinal biomarkers for brain disorders, and mental health interventions for vision loss. His work bridges clinical psychiatry with neuroscience, emphasizing translational research. Grants & Awards: Continuous NIH/industry/foundation grants since 1991. Awards include recognition for research, clinical care, and teaching (e.g., 2010 Norman H. Edelman Award, 2008 Armin Loeb Award). Labs & Teams: Directs the Silverstein Lab at the Center for Visual Science, collaborating on projects like visual remediation and retinal imaging. Leads the Academic Community Early Psychosis Intervention Network (AC-EPINET).

• Neuroimaging
• Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Language
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Katie McMahon is a leading academic at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), holding dual roles as Deputy Director of the Herston Imaging Research Facility and Academic Lead for Research at the School of Clinical Sciences. With a PhD from the University of Queensland, her expertise spans neuroimaging and cognitive neuroscience. Research Focus: Neurobiology of language, genetics of brain development, and neuroimaging applications in stroke, epilepsy, and pediatric language disorders (e.g., autism). Collaborations: Works with Queensland Health and philanthropic organizations on brain imaging and musculoskeletal studies. Teaching: Contributes to radiation therapy and MR-guided radiation therapy courses, emphasizing clinical sciences education. Recent Research Trends: Her work bridges neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, DTI) with cognitive deficits, exploring lexical processing, aphasia recovery, and genetic influences on brain structure. Recent studies address stroke rehabilitation, epilepsy language deficits, and fatty liver imaging protocols. Grants & Projects: Lead investigator on grants like “Predicting and Promoting Aphasia Recovery” (2016) and “Enhancing Language Learning in Ageing with Exercise” (2016). Labs/Teams: Active in the Herston Imaging Research Facility and National Imaging Facility committees.

• Microbiology
• Neurosurgery
• Oncology
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Joseph N Paulson is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the Yale School of Medicine. He holds a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, and Scientific Computation from the University of Maryland, College Park (2015). His research focuses on integrating computational methods with clinical and microbial genomic studies to address complex medical challenges. Key areas of investigation include microbial pathogenesis (e.g., Paenibacillus infections in pediatric hydrocephalus), cancer genomics (e.g., lymphoma prognosis and treatment response), and the development of bioinformatics tools for microbiome and transcriptomic analysis. Dr. Paulson’s work bridges disciplines such as computational biology, infectious diseases, and oncology. He leads collaborative projects analyzing microbial communities in clinical settings, including vaginal microbiome dynamics and bacterial virulence mechanisms. His computational tools, like mbQTL and the Network Zoo package, enable advanced microbiome QTL analysis and gene regulatory network modeling. He also contributes to clinical trials evaluating targeted therapies in breast and blood cancers, leveraging genomic signatures for personalized treatment strategies. Notable contributions include identifying Paenibacillus as a novel pathogen in Ugandan infants with post-infectious hydrocephalus and developing prognostic models for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma using imaging and genomic data. His research emphasizes global health applications, particularly in pediatric neurosurgery and infectious disease epidemiology.

• Brain Energy Metabolism
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Molecular Imaging
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Dr. D. S. Fahmeed Hyder is a Professor of Radiology & Biomedical Imaging and Biomedical Engineering at Yale University, with joint appointments in the Yale School of Medicine. He leads the Magnetic Resonance Research Center (MRRC) and directs the Core Center for Quantitative Neuroscience with Magnetic Resonance (QNMR). His research focuses on brain energy metabolism, developing advanced MRI techniques to study neuronal-glial interactions, metabolic dysfunction biomarkers, and molecular imaging of tumors. He holds over 240 peer-reviewed publications and has secured continuous NIH funding for 25+ years. Education: B.A. in Chemistry (Wabash College, 1990), Ph.D. in Biophysical Chemistry (Yale University, 1995). Postdoctoral training includes roles at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, University of Rochester, and Yale. Research Interests: Functional MRI (fMRI) advancements, calibrated fMRI for quantitative neural activity, BIRDS molecular imaging (for pH/temperature), and applications in neurodegenerative diseases (e.g., Alzheimer’s) and oncology. Current projects include pH biosensor development, tumor response monitoring, and neuropil density prediction via AI. Awards: Melvin H. Knisely Award, Niels Lassen Award, Lundbeck Visiting Professorship, and fellowships in AIMBE, ARBR, and Sigma Xi. Recently appointed Head of Trumbull College at Yale. Grants: Continuous NIH support across 7 institutes; active projects in molecular imaging, stroke models, and neurovascular coupling. Labs/Teams: MRRC (mrrc.yale.edu), QNMR (qnmr.yale.edu), collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in physics, engineering, and biology.

• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• Educational Technology
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Roghayeh Barmaki is a researcher with extensive publications in virtual reality, augmented reality, and educational technology. Her work spans rehabilitation systems, autism therapy, and neuroimaging analysis using fNIRS. She collaborates with institutions including Georgia Institute of Technology and University of Florida. Key Collaborators : Anjana Bhat, Jicheng Li, Shayla Sharmin, Vuthea Chheang Research Themes : Wearable sensors, LSL framework, movement synchrony, multimodal learning analytics Research Interests She focuses on immersive technologies for education and therapy, with expertise in: Functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) for cognitive engagement Wearable sensor integration in rehabilitation Gender perspectives in AR/VR education Multimodal affect analysis for autism Privacy-preserving behavioral analytics 3D visualization for anatomy training Publication Trends Recent work emphasizes fNIRS applications in gaming environments and hybrid deep learning models for cognitive analysis. Earlier studies focused on gesture recognition, movement synchrony estimation, and autism intervention datasets. Impactful Projects She developed the MMASD dataset for autism research and contributed to VR therapy systems. Her collaborations include: Georgia Tech's Autism Technology Research University of Florida's TeachLivE virtual classroom Germany's AIxVR conference contributions International collaborations on sensor systems

• Neuroscience
• Memory
• Emotional Development
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Bénédicte AMILHON is a Professor at the Université de Montréal's Faculty of Medicine , Department of Neurosciences. Her research focuses on neural circuits linking emotional behavior and memory, particularly the interaction between emotions and memory formation via raphe-hippocampal pathways. She combines electrophysiology, optogenetics, and calcium imaging to study serotonergic modulation of hippocampal rhythms and anxiety. Education: PhD in Neuroscience (Université Pierre et Marie Curie Paris VI, 2009) Postdoctoral training at McGill University (2009-2017) Affiliations: Membre du Centre de recherche Azrieli du CHU Sainte-Justine Research grants from FRQS, NARSAD, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Her work has uncovered roles for serotonergic inputs in anxiety modulation and hippocampal theta rhythms. Key awards include the FRQS Junior 1 and NARSAD Young Investigator Award. She teaches courses in cellular/molecular neuroscience and supervises students in master's and doctoral programs. Current projects investigate neural circuits linking emotion and memory, including grants on raphe-hippocampus pathways (2020-2027) and curved electrode technologies for brain recordings (2023-2026). Labs/Teams: Amilhon Lab (specializing in optogenetics and circuit dissection) Part of the Azrieli Centre's interdisciplinary teams Grants: CIHR Project Grant (2018-2027) FRQS Junior 2 Award (2023-2026)

• Pharmacotherapy
• Parkinson's Disease
• Neurodegenerative Diseases
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel LÉVESQUE is a Professor at the University of Montreal's Faculty of Pharmacy, where he also serves as Director and Associate Vice-Rector for Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. His leadership extends to membership in three key research groups: Neural Signalling and Circuitry (SNC), University Research Group on Medicines (GRUM), and the Interdisciplinary Research Centre on the Brain and Learning (CIRCA). He holds a PhD in Pharmacy from Université Laval (1991) and completed postdoctoral training in Neuroscience at INSERM U109 in France (1995). LÉVESQUE's research focuses on therapeutic target discovery for central nervous system disorders, with expertise in Parkinson's disease, neurodegenerative diseases, and pharmacotherapy. His work investigates molecular mechanisms of antipsychotic drugs, dopamine dysregulation, and nuclear receptors (Nur77/RXR). Key areas include tardive dyskinesia pathology, L-Dopa-induced dyskinesia management, and neural adaptations in addiction. His 15 most recent publications (2017–2022) predominantly explore Parkinson's disease mechanisms, tardive dyskinesia, antipsychotic drug effects, and Nur77 receptor biology. These studies employ diverse methodologies from molecular biology to primate neuropathology, emphasizing translational neuropharmacology. He has supervised 8 graduate students (5 PhD, 3 Master's) between 2012–2023, with projects spanning Nur77 modulation, tardive dyskinesia characterization, and antipsychotic mechanisms. Major grants include funding from IRSC, FRQS, and Medicament Québec for projects such as: Nur77/RXR modulation for Parkinson's dyskinesia (IRICoR, 2020–2023) Mechanisms of antipsychotic-induced dopamine supersensitivity (IRSC, 2013–2021) Infrastructure support for neural circuitry research (FRQS, 2002–2020) LÉVESQUE leads collaborative projects with researchers like Sylvie Mader and Claude Rouillard, working within dedicated teams at SNC, GRUM, and CIRCA to advance neuropharmacology and therapeutic development.