جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Nathalie Boddaertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroimaging
• Pediatric Radiology
• Brain Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Nathalie Boddaert is the Head of the Pediatric Radiology Department at the Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital, leading a team specializing in advanced multimodal neuroimaging techniques. Her work focuses on cerebral blood flow assessment using arterial spin labeling (ASL), structural MRI, diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), and functional MRI (fMRI), with applications in pediatric neurological disorders. The team's research investigates biomarkers for diseases such as tuberous sclerosis, mitochondrial disorders, and brain tumors, emphasizing longitudinal studies and clinical correlations. Research interests include translational neuroimaging, pediatric epilepsy, and neuro-oncology, with a particular focus on identifying imaging signatures for early diagnosis and monitoring treatment responses. The Image@Imagine research team collaborates on developing MRI protocols to study brain development, vascular anomalies, and rare genetic syndromes. Publications highlight advancements in neuroimaging applications for pediatric populations, including studies on cerebral perfusion in neonatal stroke, functional reorganization after hemispherotomy, and radiogenomic correlations in diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas (DIPGs). The team also explores sensorimotor adaptations in deaf children and brain abnormalities in mastocytosis. Key collaborations involve machine learning integration for diagnostic support and clinical genetics consultations to improve diagnostic rates in complex pediatric cases. Ongoing projects aim to refine non-invasive neuroimaging tools for precision medicine applications in pediatric neurology and oncology.

Denis Burnhamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Language Development
• Infant Perception
• Neuroscience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Denis Burnham is a Research Professor at Western Sydney University, leading the MARCS Institute for Brain, Behaviour and Development. His work focuses on infant speech perception, language development, and the neurobiological mechanisms underlying human communication. He established the BabyLab, a pioneering research facility studying early childhood development, which has influenced global practices in neonatal hearing screening and clinical interventions for conditions like dyslexia and Alzheimer’s. His research emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between infants and parents in language acquisition, highlighting instinctual 'baby talk' as a critical developmental tool. Education: Honours in Psychology from the University of New England (1971-1974). Career highlights include foundational studies on infant vision and speech perception at Monash University and the University of New South Wales before founding the MARCS Institute. He has supervised over 50 PhD students and fostered interdisciplinary research in neuroscience, psychophysiology, and biomedical engineering. Research Contributions: Pioneered understanding of prenatal auditory learning, parental-infant communication dynamics, and the role of infant-directed speech in vocabulary development. His work has global impact, with MARCS-inspired BabyLabs in Asia-Pacific regions. He advocates for instinct-based parenting practices, emphasizing natural parent-child interactions over rigid developmental manuals. Key Projects: Mandatory newborn hearing tests in Australian hospitals Clinical Applications: Speech therapy for dyslexia, Alzheimer’s, and schizophrenia Interdisciplinary Focus: Combines linguistics, engineering, and robotics research Awards: 2020 UNE Distinguished Alumni Award for contributions to science and education. His legacy includes cultivating future researchers through collaborative mentorship and fostering a community-driven research ethos at MARCS.

Julie Bertelsمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience
• Infant Development
• Attentional Processes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Julie Bertels is a developmental cognitive neuroscientist at Université libre de Bruxelles , affiliated with the ULBabyLab (CO3, CRCN) in the Faculty of Psychology and the Laboratoire de Cartographie Fonctionnelle du Cerveau (LCFC) in the Faculty of Medicine. Her research focuses on attentional mechanisms, statistical learning, and their modulation by emotion in early human development, utilizing EEG and MEG neuroimaging techniques. Her work bridges behavioral and neurophysiological approaches, investigating how infants process sensory stimuli and extract environmental regularities. Key themes include the neural basis of visual statistical learning, the role of emotional content in attentional capture, and the neurodevelopmental impacts of prematurity. Recent publications highlight her contributions to advancing optically pumped magnetometer (OPM-MEG) technology for prenatal and infant brain studies, as well as multisensory integration in speech perception. Collaborations span neurodevelopmental disorders, cognitive fatigue, and speech-in-noise perception. Julie supervises doctoral research, including Benocci (2025) on auditory-visual scene analysis and musical skills. Her lab memberships include CO3 , CRCN , and LCFC , integrating psychology, medicine, and engineering perspectives. Current studies examine cortical tracking of speech, statistical learning in premature infants, and the interplay between brain maturation and sensory experience. Her work advances understanding of early cognitive development and neurophysiological methodologies.

• Audiology
• Speech Therapy
• Maxillofacial Surgery
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Elisabetta Genovese is a Full Professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, affiliated with the Department of Maternal-Child and Adult Medical and Surgical Sciences. Her academic role includes teaching in the field of Specialized Medicine II and Speech Therapy, where she focuses on audiology, maxillofacial surgery, and otolaryngology. Her research spans pediatric audiology, congenital hearing disorders, cochlear implant outcomes, and inclusive education strategies for students with disabilities. She has led initiatives like the TIDE project to improve academic accessibility for dyslexic students. Her work bridges clinical research (e.g., oncological outcomes of glottic cancer surgeries) with public health (e.g., monitoring auditory effects of maternal SARS-CoV-2 infections). Teaching: Specialized Medicine II, Speech Therapy, and clinical training in head/neck anatomy and surgical pathology. Research: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles since 2019, emphasizing auditory processing disorders, congenital infections, and hearing aid efficacy in elders. Contributions: Co-authored guidelines for inclusive university practices and standardized protocols for post-COVID dysphagia evaluation.

Beth A. Prieveمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Auditory Physiology
• Hearing Loss Diagnosis
• Pediatric Audiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Beth A. Prieve is a Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Syracuse University, serving as Director of the Pediatric Audiology Laboratory. Her research focuses on auditory physiological processes in infants and children, emphasizing hearing loss diagnosis through techniques like otoacoustic emissions and auditory brainstem responses. She has led studies on newborn hearing screening and the link between auditory physiology and hearing impairment. Education: Ph.D., Audiology/Hearing Science, University of Iowa (1989) M.A., Audiology, University of Minnesota (1983) B.S., Speech/Hearing Science, University of Minnesota (1981) Research Interests: Dr. Prieve’s work bridges basic auditory physiology and clinical applications. Her lab investigates objective measures such as auditory brainstem responses, otoacoustic emissions, and wideband reflectance to improve early hearing loss identification. Recent studies explore auditory processing in autism spectrum disorder and preterm infants. Grants & Funding: National Institute on Deafness & Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) grants for subcortical/cortical auditory responses and preterm infant neurophysiology. American Auditory Society and University of Rochester funding for clinical research collaborations. Service & Leadership: She chairs the AuD intensive examination committee and serves on the Neuroscience Executive Committee. Her roles include grant review for NIH and the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute. Labs & Teams: The Pediatric Audiology Lab, founded in 1990, focuses on linking auditory physiology to clinical outcomes in children under five. Collaborations include the Vanderbilt University Medical Center and the University of Rochester.

• Neural Computation
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Consciousness Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Lucia Melloni is a Research Professor at New York University (NYU) School of Medicine's Department of Neurology and a W2 Group Leader (Tenure) at the Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics, leading the Research Group Neural Circuits Consciousness and Cognition. She holds a PhD in Psychology from the Catholic University of Chile and the Max Planck Institute for Brain Research. Her work focuses on neural mechanisms underlying consciousness, predictive processing, and brain plasticity. She has held positions at Columbia University, the Max Planck Institute for Brain Research, and Goethe University. Key achievements include developing methods for analyzing neural correlates of consciousness and advancing theories on predictive coding in sensory and cognitive systems. Education : PhD, Psychology (2006); BA in Psychology (2000) and Social Sciences (1995) from Catholic University of Chile. Affiliations : NYU School of Medicine (since 2020), Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics (since 2017). Research Interests : Domain-general cortical computations, neural mechanisms of perception and language comprehension, consciousness theories, and neuroplasticity. Her lab investigates how the brain uses predictions to control sensory processing and cognition, with implications for understanding disorders like minimally conscious states. Recent Work : Recent articles explore perceptual biases, auditory predictive processing, and adversarial testing of consciousness theories. Her work bridges clinical neurology and cognitive neuroscience, emphasizing methodological rigor and interdisciplinary collaboration. Awards : Israel Institute for Advanced Studies Fellow (2019), AcademiaNet member (2018). Grants : Over €10M secured from Templeton World Charity Foundation, NIH, and ONR for projects on consciousness, neural correlates, and cognitive neuroscience. Labs/Teams : Leads the Neural Circuits, Consciousness, and Cognition group at Max Planck, collaborating with institutions globally on projects like the Consciousness Theories Studies (ConTraSt) database.

• Biomechanics
• Motor Control
• Gait Analysis
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Richard Van Emmerik is a Professor in the School of Public Health and Health Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, specializing in biomechanics and motor control. His research focuses on gait analysis, postural stability, neurological disorders, and human movement science. He has contributed extensively to understanding age-related changes in locomotion, sensorimotor integration, and injury prevention in athletes. Key areas of interest include coordination dynamics, postural control during dual tasks, and biomechanical adaptations in pathological conditions such as multiple sclerosis. His work explores the interplay between movement variability, stability, and performance across populations, with a particular emphasis on clinical applications like stroke rehabilitation and sports medicine. Major findings include insights into gait termination mechanics, head-trunk coordination in running, and the biomechanical effects of neurological impairments. Publications span topics from gait adaptations in aging to injury forecasting in runners, demonstrating a strong interdisciplinary approach combining experimental biomechanics with computational modeling. Collaborations with colleagues like Dr. Hamill and Dr. Busa underscore his team-based scientific contributions. No specific awards or grants are explicitly listed, but his prolific publication record and institutional affiliation indicate sustained research impact in movement science domains.

• Inner Ear Physiology
• Sensory Transduction
• Biomedical Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Radha Kalluri is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern California, affiliated with the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery and Biomedical Engineering. She leads the Physiology of the Inner Ear Laboratory (PIELab), focusing on understanding sensory transduction mechanisms in the inner ear, particularly in the auditory and vestibular systems. Her work integrates electrophysiology, biophysical modeling, and quantitative analysis to study how disease and injury affect inner ear function. Her research spans cellular and systems-level investigations, including studies on hair cell regeneration, neuronal development, and ion channel dynamics. Key contributions include advancements in lineage reprogramming for inner ear cell regeneration and insights into vestibular and auditory neuron biophysics. Dr. Kalluri has secured significant grants, including NIH-NIDCD funding, and mentors students such as Zara Mubin and Dan Bronson, who have received prestigious fellowships. Awards/Grants: NIH-NIDCD 5-year Grant (2023), Ruth L. Kirschstein F32 Fellowship (2022), Provost Scholarship (2020), AOS Graduate Fellowship (2018). Labs: Kalluri Lab (PIELab) at the Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute. Advising: Supervises students in experimental neuroscience and biophysical modeling projects. Her lab's activities include collaborative research with institutions like the Segil Lab, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to inner ear disorders and hearing loss.

Zeynep Sayginمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Developmental Psychology
• Neuroimaging
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Zeynep Saygin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at The Ohio State University, specializing in Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, and Neuroimaging. She leads the Saygin Cognitive Neuroscience Lab (Z-Lab), focusing on brain structure-function relationships, neurodevelopment, and clinical applications of neuroimaging technologies. Her work integrates behavioral measures, fMRI, DWI, and computational methods to study brain plasticity, functional specialization, and disorders such as dyslexia, social anxiety, and traumatic brain injury. Education: PhD, Systems Neuroscience, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2012) BSc, Neuroscience, Brown University (2005) Research Interests: Functional and structural organization of the human brain Developmental trajectories of cognitive functions Neuroimaging predictors for clinical outcomes (e.g., treatment response in social anxiety) Impact of trauma and repetitive head injuries on brain connectivity Awards & Honors: President’s Research Excellence Catalyst Award (2022–2024) Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow in Neuroscience (2018) National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral National Research Award (2014–2017) Wellcome Trust/Koch Institute Image Awards (2014) Labs & Teams: Z-Lab explores brain development and plasticity using MRI and behavioral paradigms Current projects include youth football neurotrauma studies and neonatal brain connectivity

Amanda Seidlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Infant speech perception
• Infant speech production
• Early speech and language disorder predictors
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Amanda Seidl is a Professor and Department Chair of Communication Sciences & Disorders at the University of Delaware , with an adjunct faculty position at Purdue University. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania (2000) and B.A. from Smith College (1993). Department Chair, University of Delaware Adjunct Faculty, Purdue University Director, Infant Speech Lab Her research focuses on infant speech perception and production , phonology-syntax interface , and early predictors of speech and language disorders . She explores vocal development in neurogenetic disorders and multisensory input mechanisms in language acquisition. Recent work analyzes multimodal communication in neurogenetic syndromes, computational speech analysis algorithms, and tactile-auditory integration. Publications emphasize infant-directed speech patterns , cross-cultural interaction studies , and machine learning applications in speech development. The Infant Speech Lab investigates language acquisition through infant-friendly methodologies, including studies on caregiver communication strategies and vocalization quality assessment.

Robert Stillmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Child Development
• Communication Disorders
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert Stillman is a Professor and Associate Dean of Graduate Education at The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), affiliated with the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences and the Callier Center for Communication Disorders. He holds academic roles including Program Head, Director, and has served since 1973 across multiple departments at UTD. His research focuses on cognitive and interpersonal factors influencing communicative development in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), emphasizing preverbal and early verbal skills. A campus-based preschool for ASD children serves as his primary research laboratory for observational and intervention studies. Education: Ph.D. in Psychology from Syracuse University (1969), B.S. in Psychology from Union College (1964). Research emphasizes qualitative studies on ASD communication development, deafblindness assessment, and sensory impairments. Key projects include validating assessment strategies for deafblind children and enhancing communicative interactions. His work has led to influential assessment tools like the Callier Early Childhood Autism Spectrum Profile and the Callier-Azusa Scale. Grants include $190K from the U.S. Department of Education for deafblind assessment strategies (2004–2009) and $372K for communicative interaction research (1989–1992). He has advised 9 doctoral dissertations on topics like autism, hearing impairments, and developmental disorders. Labs/Teams: Leads the Callier Center’s ASD preschool program and collaborates on interdisciplinary teams for sensory and developmental disabilities research.

Mimma Nardelliمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomedical Signal Processing
• Wearable Monitoring
• Nonlinear Physiological Dynamics

Mimma Nardelli is an Assistant Professor at the University of Pisa's Department of Information Engineering and Research Center 'E. Piaggio'. Her research focuses on biomedical signal processing, wearable monitoring, and nonlinear analysis of physiological dynamics in clinical and healthy populations. She develops methods for assessing autonomic function, emotional states, and clinical conditions through multimodal biosignal analysis. She coordinates the PRIN project MOONSHINE and collaborates on EU projects including POTION and NEVERMIND. Her teaching includes Biometrics Systems, Affective Computing, and AI in Medicine. Awards include the 2017 GNB Award for her PhD thesis on HRV analysis for mood assessment. Research spans: wearable photoplethysmography validation, autonomic state characterization using multiscale entropy, cardiovascular coupling analysis, and physiological responses to affective stimuli. Applications include neonatal care, mental health monitoring, and human-robot interaction.

Daniel Sieberمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Medical Technology
• Health Technologies
• Surgical Simulation
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel Sieber serves as Head of the Department and Study Programs in Medical, Health, and Sports Technologies at MCI | The Entrepreneurial School®. He holds a Dr. rer. biol. hum. (Summa Cum Laude) from Hannover Medical School and a Dipl.-Ing. in Mechanical Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) from the University of Stuttgart. His academic roles include full-time lecturer and researcher with a clinical-medical focus. Research Interests: Dr. Sieber specializes in medical technologies, particularly focusing on surgical simulation using virtual reality (VR), cochlear implant innovation, minimally invasive surgery techniques, and 3D printing applications in healthcare. His work bridges engineering and medicine, emphasizing translational research and interdisciplinary education. Teaching & Leadership: He leads courses in Medical Technologies, Product Development, and Implantable Devices at MCI. Recent activities include visiting professorships in Shenzhen, China, and supervising over 20 bachelor's and master's theses in medical device engineering and surgical training technologies. Key Awards: 2023 MCI Teaching Award Patents: Includes designs for cochlear implant electrodes and surgical tools Networks: Member of Tyrol's Life Sciences Cluster Advisory Board Grants & Labs: His research has driven partnerships with institutions like Hannover Medical School and MED-EL GmbH. Active in developing VR surgical training platforms and digital twins for healthcare systems.

Mark S. Orlandoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد بالینی

• Audiology
• Neonatal Hearing Development
• Auditory Toxicity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mark S. Orlando is a Clinical Professor of Otolaryngology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry (SMD). He holds advanced degrees including a Ph.D. in Audiology/Speech Pathology (University of Washington, 1990) and an M.B.A. from the Simon Graduate School of Business (2011). His work bridges clinical otolaryngology with neurodevelopmental and public health research, focusing on auditory function in infants, children, and populations exposed to environmental toxins like methylmercury. Education: Ph.D., Audiology/Speech Pathol, University of Washington (1990) M.B.A., Simon Graduate School of Business, University of Rochester (2011) M.S., Medical Management, Simon Business School (2009) B.S., Communication Disorders, SUNY Buffalo (1984) Research Focus: Dr. Orlando's studies investigate auditory toxicity in neonates (e.g., bilirubin-induced hearing loss), long-term outcomes of temporary conductive hearing loss in children, and the impact of environmental factors like mercury and fatty acids on auditory and neurodevelopmental health. He has contributed to universal newborn hearing screening protocols and collaborated on large-scale studies like the Seychelles Child Development Cohort. Grants & Advising: While specific grant details are not listed, his publications reflect sustained funding for longitudinal studies. No graduate student advisees are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with pediatric and otolaryngology research groups at URMC, contributing to interdisciplinary teams studying neonatal care and environmental health impacts.

Chong Weiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Animal Bioacoustics
• Marine Mammal Acoustics
• Finite Element Modeling
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chong Wei is a Researcher at Curtin University's Centre for Marine Science and Technology, affiliated with the School of Earth and Planetary Sciences. He holds a PhD in Marine Physics from Xiamen University (2011-2016) and completed a joint PhD program at the Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology. Previously, he served as a Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore (2016-2019). His research focuses on marine bioacoustics, including sound production in toothed whales, noise impacts on marine species' auditory systems, and finite element modeling of acoustic phenomena. He is a Forrest Fellow, emphasizing international collaboration and outreach. Education: PhD, Marine Physics, Xiamen University (2011-2016) Joint PhD, Marine Mammal Research Program, University of Hawaii (2013-2015) MS, Marine Physics, Xiamen University (2008-2011) Research Interests: Animal bioacoustics, sound propagation in marine animals, noise impacts on hearing, finite element modeling, medical imaging techniques, and dolphin target detection. His work integrates CT/MRI scans with computational models to study acoustic mechanisms in marine life. Recent work emphasizes dolphin echolocation beam formation, penguin hearing capabilities, and fish otolith acoustics. Collaborations include universities in the USA and China to address anthropogenic noise impacts on marine ecosystems. Awards: Forrest Fellow (Forrest Research Foundation). Grants & Advising: Extensive grants supporting bioacoustic research; no explicit student advisee list provided. Lab affiliations include the Centre for Marine Science and Technology and the Forrest Research Foundation.