جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

David Evansمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genetic Epidemiology
• Statistical Genetics
• Mendelian Randomization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor David Evans is a Group Leader and Director of the Centre for Population and Disease Genomics at the Institute for Molecular Bioscience, University of Queensland. His research focuses on dissecting genetic and environmental influences on complex traits like osteoporosis, sepsis, and handedness using advanced statistical genetics methods. He leads international consortia such as EGG and GEFOS, and collaborates with global cohorts including the UK Biobank and Norwegian MOBA/HUNT studies. Key projects include large-scale GWAS analyses and Mendelian randomization studies to investigate causal relationships in genetic epidemiology. Evans’ group develops statistical tools like DINGO software for genetic analysis and LDHub for estimating genetic correlations. They have discovered 41 genetic loci associated with left-handedness and pioneered studies linking developmental origins (DOHaD) with adult health outcomes. His team includes 8 current PhD students and postdoctoral researchers, supported by extensive collaborations with institutions like University of Bristol and McGill University. Research interests span intergenerational effects of maternal traits, skeletal biology, and sepsis genetics. Notable achievements include leading one of the world’s largest sepsis molecular studies and contributing to drug target identification for osteoporosis through zebrafish models. Evans’ work bridges statistical innovation with clinical relevance, addressing public health challenges via genomic data integration.

Nicola Hodgesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Motor Learning
• Sport Psychology
• Skill Acquisition
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicola Hodges serves as Professor and Associate Director of Graduate Affairs in the School of Kinesiology, Faculty of Education, at the University of British Columbia. Her research integrates sport psychology and behavioral neuroscience to investigate motor skill development, with expertise in action anticipation, observational learning, and coaching science. She actively supervises graduate students in Kinesiology MA, MSc, and PhD programs while leading the Motor Skills Lab and collaborating with the Origins of Balance Deficits and Falls Research cluster. Hodges' research examines cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying motor learning through experimental paradigms in soccer, baseball, and swimming. Key interests include visual-kinesthetic motor imagery interactions , error-based observational learning , and individual differences in imagery ability . Her work reveals how practice structure, diversity, and prediction errors influence skill acquisition, with implications for optimizing coaching strategies and rehabilitation protocols. Current projects explore aphantasia's impact on motor cognition and handedness effects in sport anticipation. Recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate methodological innovation using eye-tracking, neurophysiological measures, and sport-specific tasks. Her research consistently addresses the interdependence of visual and kinesthetic representations during learning, with growing focus on real-world applications in youth sports development and clinical voice disorders. No specific scientific awards are listed in her current profile, though her extensive publication record indicates significant scholarly impact. Hodges currently supervises PhD candidate Carrie Peters (researching motor system involvement in action observation) and expresses strong interest in interdisciplinary collaborations, undergraduate research mentorship, and cluster-based grant partnerships. Her supervisory approach emphasizes purposeful practice frameworks and perceptual-cognitive skill development. She directs the Motor Skills Lab at UBC's War Memorial Gymnasium, conducting behavioral and neurophysiological research on motor control. Her affiliations include the Origins of Balance Deficits and Falls Research cluster and UBC's Exercise, Kinesiology and Health Seminar series, reflecting commitment to translational research and academic community engagement.

Robert Sainburgمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Motor Control
• Neuroscience
• Neurorehabilitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Sainburg is the Dorothy Foehr Huck and J. Lloyd Huck Distinguished Chair in Kinesiology and Neurology at Penn State University and Penn State College of Medicine. He directs the Center for Movement Science and Technology (C-MOST) and operates two laboratories: the Movement Neuroscience Laboratory at University Park and the Neurorehabilitation Research Laboratory at Hershey Medical Center. Currently holding professorships in both Kinesiology and Neurology, Sainburg's work bridges basic neuroscience with clinical rehabilitation applications. Education Ph.D. in Neuroscience from Rutgers University (1993) MS in Neurobiology and Physiology from Rutgers University (1989) BS in Occupational Therapy from New York University (1984) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Neurobiology under Dr. Claude Ghez at Columbia University (1993-1996) Research Focus Sainburg's work centers on neural lateralization for motor control , developing the Dynamic Dominance Model that explains hemisphere-specific contributions to predictive and impedance control. His research spans: Multi-joint arm coordination mechanisms Stroke-induced motor deficits analysis Proprioceptive feedback systems Virtual reality rehabilitation frameworks Bi-hemispheric brain function Neurological patient population studies Scientific Recognition Elected Fellow, National Academy of Kinesiology (2024) Huck Distinguished Chair (2021) AOTF Academy of Research (2019) Pattishall Research Achievement Award (2008) Research Infrastructure As C-MOST director, Sainburg integrates two major facilities: the Movement Neuroscience Lab (University Park campus) focuses on basic motor control mechanisms, while the Neurorehabilitation Lab (Hershey Medical Center) directly applies findings to clinical populations. The Kinereach VR system , developed in-house, enables precise movement tracking and distortion experiments.

Silvia Paracchiniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neurogenetics
• Genomics
• Human genetics
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Silvia Paracchini is Professor of Neurogenetics and Genomics at the University of St Andrews, School of Medicine , where she leads the Neurogenetics group within the Cellular Medicine Division. She is affiliated with several interdisciplinary units including the Centre for Biophotonics, Biomedical Sciences Research Complex, Institute of Behavioural and Neural Sciences, and the St Andrews Bioinformatics Unit. Her research focuses on the genetic basis of complex cognitive and behavioral phenotypes , particularly dyslexia, handedness, language disorders, and neurodevelopmental conditions . She employs multidisciplinary approaches such as genome-wide association studies (GWAS), whole exome sequencing, polygenic scoring, and functional genomics to uncover the molecular mechanisms underlying these traits. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals in health and well-being. Recent publications reveal strong trends in human genetics and neurodevelopmental genomics , with studies on handedness, language acquisition in bilingual children, grip strength in youth, and machine learning applications in mental health . Her research increasingly integrates public and patient involvement , as seen in work shaping UK research priorities through lived experience of learning difficulties. Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (2018) Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (2019) Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2011) Member of the RSE Young Academy of Scotland (2013, 2014) She actively mentors postgraduate researchers and leads significant funded projects, including the Specific Learning Difficulties Network funded by the Medical Research Council. Her lab produces open datasets and software, promoting transparency and reproducibility. She is an active participant in international conferences and public engagement, including media appearances on Left Handers Day . Her research group, the Neurogenetics group , collaborates widely across the UK and internationally, with recent work involving institutions in Hong Kong, Germany, Spain, and the US. She has served as Principal Investigator on grants from the Medical Research Council, The Royal Society of Edinburgh, and Scottish Funding Council .

Paul Rodwayمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Artificial Intelligence attitudes
• Behavioral lateralization
• Aesthetic perception
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Paul Rodway is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Chester, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Society. He serves as the Department of Psychology's Academic Integrity Officer for Levels 5 and 6. With a career spanning multiple institutions including the University of Bradford and Abertay University, Dr. Rodway has established himself as a key figure in psychological research. Education: PhD in Experimental Psychology (University of Sussex, 1996), MSc in Intelligent Systems (Brunel University London, 1992), BSc Psychology (University of East London, 1990) Dr. Rodway's research focuses on Artificial Intelligence attitudes , behavioral lateralization , aesthetic perception , and decision-making factors . His work explores hemispheric specialization in humans and animals through studies on side preferences, limb dominance, and emotional processing asymmetries. Current research examines AI's educational impact and develops psychometric scales for measuring technology attitudes. Recent publications analyze AI adoption challenges in education, cross-cultural AI perceptions , and evolutionary theories of handedness . His empirical studies on art appreciation and consumer behavior reveal fascinating insights into shared semantic interpretations and spatial biases. As a dedicated educator, Dr. Rodway teaches Biological Psychology and Cognitive Psychology across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. He supervises research dissertations at all levels and has contributed to curriculum development through course design for biological psychology modules. Professional activities include membership in the Higher Education Academy since 2011 and extensive peer review experience for academic journals since 2000. His research on primate social networks and animal personality traits demonstrates interdisciplinary breadth.

Aron Laxdalمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sport Science
• Handball
• Laterality in Sports
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Aron Laxdal is an associate professor at the University of Agder in the Department of Sport Science and Physical Education, where he conducts research in sport science and physical education. His educational background includes a B.A. in kinesiology from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (2012), an M.Sc. in sport science from the University of Agder (2015), and a PhD in educational science from the University of Stavanger (2020). Laxdal's research primarily focuses on handball performance analysis, with special emphasis on laterality effects in 7-meter throws. His work examines whether left-handedness provides advantages in handball, particularly during penalty shots. His research combines statistical analysis of large datasets with practical applications in elite handball. His recent publications explore myths surrounding 7-meter throws in handball, the relationship between throwing arm and scoring success, and differences between regular season and playoff performance in handball. Laxdal has collaborated extensively with other researchers in the field, including Tommy Haugen, Ørjan Angeltveit, and Christian Sørensen, to collect and analyze handball performance data from elite competitions.

Howard Kushnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of Medicine
• Neuropsychiatry
• Laterality Studies
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Howard I. Kushner is the Nat C. Robertson Distinguished Professor Emeritus at Emory University, with joint appointments in public health and neuroscience. His research examines the histories of Tourette syndrome, left-handedness, and Kawasaki disease through medical and cultural lenses. He authored On the Other Hand: Left Hand, Right Brain, Mental Illness, and History (2017), exploring the social and biological implications of laterality. His collaborative work on Kawasaki disease received NIH and foundation funding. Kushner integrates historical analysis with neuroscience, critiquing how conditions like left-handedness transitioned from 'pathology' to 'creativity' in scientific discourse.

• Genetics
• Genome-Wide Association Study
• DNA Methylation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Freerk van Dijk is a researcher at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, Department of Genetics, with a strong focus on genomic and epigenetic research. He is actively involved in major research consortia including BIOS Consortium and Brain MEND Consortium, contributing to large-scale population studies that advance our understanding of genetic and epigenetic factors in human health. His research expertise centers on DNA methylation, genome-wide association studies, and genetic variation analysis, with particular emphasis on how these factors influence complex traits and diseases. Dr. van Dijk's work often integrates computational approaches with biological insights to develop interpretable models for phenotype prediction and disease mechanism understanding. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward multi-omics integration, combining different layers of biological data to improve prediction accuracy and biological interpretability. His research spans diverse areas including neurology (ALS research), cardiovascular genetics, and the genetic basis of neurological traits like left-handedness. Dr. van Dijk contributes significantly to large collaborative projects such as the Lifelines Biobank, a major population study in the Netherlands. His work has been cited extensively, with some publications receiving over 60 citations, and has garnered attention from news outlets, social media, and academic platforms like Mendeley.

• Pathophysiology
• Physiology
• Medical Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Zlatislav Stoyanov Dimitrov is affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at Medical University Varna , where he serves in the Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology . His research spans medicine and health care, focusing on pathophysiological mechanisms. Main science area: Medicine (7.1) Keywords: Gender, handedness, testosterone, left-handedness lateralization, heart rate variability

• Action and Perception
• Visually-Guided Actions
• Grasping
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Claudia Gonzalez serves as a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Lethbridge, holding a Canada Research Chair position since August 2009 and directing the Brain in Action Lab focused on experimental neuroscience research. Her academic credentials include: Bachelors (Hons) in Psychology from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (1998) MSc. in Neuroscience from the University of Lethbridge (2000) PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Lethbridge (2004) She completed postdoctoral training at The University of Western Ontario (2004-2008) before joining the faculty. Her research program investigates fundamental mechanisms of human action-perception coupling, with particular emphasis on visually-guided grasping, neural asymmetries in motor control, handedness effects, and cortical plasticity during skill acquisition or recovery from injury. This work integrates experimental psychology, neurophysiology, and cognitive neuroscience methodologies to dissect how visual information transforms into motor commands. Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent exploration of hemispheric specialization in motor systems, the dissociation between vision-for-action and vision-for-perception pathways, and the impact of practice on overcoming perceptual-motor illusions. Her studies frequently employ precision grasping paradigms with neuroimaging and behavioral measures to examine neural substrates of motor control across diverse populations. Her scientific recognition includes: Canada Research Chair appointment (2009) As a Canada Research Chair holder, Dr. Gonzalez oversees substantial research funding and laboratory operations for the Brain in Action Lab. While specific grant details aren't provided in the source text, her position indicates sustained federal research support. She mentors students in neuroscience and kinesiology through laboratory research, though no individual advisees are named in the available documentation. The Brain in Action Lab functions as a specialized research unit conducting empirical studies on sensorimotor integration, employing techniques such as motion capture, eye tracking, and neurophysiological recording to investigate how the brain transforms visual input into coordinated action, with implications for neurorehabilitation and human factors engineering.

• Psychophysiology
• Motor imagery
• EEG signal processing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dariusz Zapała is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Experimental Psychology, Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin . He specializes in the psychophysiological mechanisms of motion perception and mental imagery using EEG and time-frequency analysis. His applied research includes diagnostics and training for mental imagery and brain-computer interface (BCI) usability. Education & International Experience: PhD in Psychology (2016) Visiting Scholar at Wadsworth Center, New York State Department of Health (2014–2015) Doctoral internship at Wadsworth Center, Albany, NY, under Dennis McFarland Research Interests: His work integrates neuroscience , psychophysiology , and neurotechnology . He explores how the brain constructs and manipulates motor imagery, using advanced EEG techniques to decode neural signatures. His lab investigates sensorimotor rhythms, mu rhythm suppression, and the neural correlates of motor cognition. He also applies these findings to brain-computer interfaces and neurorehabilitation . Scientific Contributions: Zapała has led three National Science Centre (NCN) grants and collaborated on Ministry of Health projects. His work has been published in top-tier journals such as Neuroscience Letters , Journal of Motor Behavior , and Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback . His recent publications (2023–2025) focus on EEG-based cognitive training, aging, motor imagery in amputees, and BCI usability. Grants & Projects: Principal Investigator on three National Science Centre (NCN) grants Collaborator on Ministry of Health-funded projects Active member of international BCI standardization working groups Laboratory & Collaboration: He leads a lab equipped with high-density EEG systems, VR setups, and fNIRS devices. His team collaborates with international centers including Wadsworth Center (USA) and European neurotechnology labs. The lab's mission is to bridge basic neuroscience with applied neuroengineering.

Weronika Potok-Szybinskaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Transcranial Stimulation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Weronika Potok-Szybinska is a Lecturer at the Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zürich. Her work focuses on neurophysiological mechanisms of sensory and motor systems, with particular emphasis on the effects of non-invasive brain stimulation techniques such as transcranial random noise stimulation (tRNS) and transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS). She investigates how these interventions modulate visual contrast sensitivity, motor cortex responsiveness, and neural plasticity across various brain regions. Her research integrates neuroimaging (e.g., fMRI), electrophysiological recordings, and behavioral assessments to explore topics like handedness-related brain lateralization, praxis-language network interactions, and pandemic-era guidelines for clinical neurostimulation safety. Key areas of expertise include transcranial stimulation protocols, sensory-motor integration, and neuroplasticity mechanisms. Research Themes: Transcranial Stimulation Effects, Neuroplasticity, Visual-Motor Systems, Cerebral Lateralization Methodologies: fMRI, TMS/tES, Electrophysiology, Behavioral Testing Recent publications highlight advancements in understanding how tRNS acutely lowers motor circuit thresholds, enhances visual contrast detection, and interacts with brain regions such as the primary visual cortex and supramarginal gyrus. Collaborative projects include exploring the neural basis of manual praxis and language production networks in left-handed individuals.

Jean Francois CAMPSمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Psychology
• Developmental Psychology
• Neuropsychology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jean Francois CAMPS is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toulouse-Jean Jaurès, affiliated with the NeuroPsycholinguistics Laboratory (LNPL). He teaches in the Master MEEF program, focusing on cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and learning psychology. His research centers on developmental disorders of written language, particularly dyslexia, with a comparative approach analyzing memory, attention, reading, and self-esteem in dyslexic versus typical readers. He also investigates left-handedness and its cognitive and educational implications. The recent publications reflect a strong focus on written language disorders across the lifespan, educational interventions for students with 'dys' disorders, and the cognitive aspects of laterality. His work bridges clinical psychology, education, and cognitive science, often with practical applications in school settings. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. He has supervised several Master’s and professional dissertations, particularly in speech therapy and educational psychology. His research projects include Albadys (supporting students with specific learning disorders in secondary schools), Senestrum (laterality and education), and validation of the EPELE protocol for oral language disorders. He collaborates with researchers such as Morcillo, Jeunier, Galobardes, and Lafontaine. He is actively involved in academic outreach, delivering invited conferences and participating in national events like National Left-Handers Day, contributing to public awareness and teacher training in special educational needs.