جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Psychiatry
• Psychology
• Schizophrenia
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John McQuaid, PhD is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine and is affiliated with the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences. His work bridges clinical psychiatry with neuroscience research, focusing on mental health conditions affecting diverse patient populations. Dr. McQuaid completed Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion Training at the University of California, San Francisco in 2018, demonstrating his commitment to inclusive practices in academic medicine. Dr. McQuaid's research spans multiple critical areas in mental health, with particular emphasis on schizophrenia , PTSD , and comorbid conditions involving substance abuse and depression. His work frequently focuses on veterans' mental health , exploring innovative treatment approaches for trauma-related disorders and cognitive impairments. He has made significant contributions to understanding reward processing in schizophrenia , executive functioning deficits , and the application of cognitive behavioral therapies for complex psychiatric conditions. His research also extends to sleep disorders and their relationship to mental health conditions, as well as HIV-related cognitive impairment in veteran populations. Analysis of Dr. McQuaid's recent publications reveals a strong focus on evidence-based treatments for mental health conditions, particularly within veteran populations. His work frequently addresses the implementation of clinical guidelines for depression management, innovative approaches to PTSD treatment including virtual reality interventions, and cognitive rehabilitation strategies for veterans with comorbid PTSD and traumatic brain injury. There is a clear trajectory toward interdisciplinary research that bridges neuroscience, psychology, and clinical practice to improve mental health outcomes. Dr. McQuaid has been actively involved in numerous clinical trials and collaborative research projects, particularly those addressing the mental health needs of veterans. His work often involves developing and testing novel therapeutic approaches that integrate cognitive training with traditional psychotherapeutic techniques.

• Neuroinformatics
• Causal Inference
• Machine Learning
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Akshey Kumar is a Researcher at the University of Vienna 's Faculty of Computer Science , specializing in the Neuroinformatics research group. His work focuses on bridging neuronal activity with cognitive modeling through causal inference and computational frameworks. Educational background includes B.Sc. , M.Sc. , and completion of a PhD thesis in 2023 on causal time-series abstractions. Research interests span neuroinformatics, causal inference, machine learning, computational neuroscience, and data analysis. His projects emphasize developing algorithms for causal feature learning and modeling cognitive states from neuronal data. Publication trends highlight interdisciplinary work combining neuroscience and computer science, with a focus on causal modeling techniques and their applications in understanding cognitive processes. Teaching roles : Co-instructor for Foundations of Data Analysis (6 ECTS) and Practical Software Course with Bachelor's Thesis (15 ECTS) at the University of Vienna since 2021. Collaborations : Works closely with researchers like Moritz Grosse-Wentrup, Claudia Plant, and Anja Meunier. Labs & Teams : Active member of the Neuroinformatics group at the Faculty of Computer Science, University of Vienna.

Gregory J. Meyerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Personality Assessment
• Neuropsychological Processes
• Test Validation
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Dr. Gregory J. Meyer is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toledo. His research focuses on personality and neuropsychological assessment, particularly the Rorschach inkblot test and its applications in clinical practice. He emphasizes integrating self-reported characteristics with performance-based measures to understand psychopathology. Meyer is involved in developing and refining the Rorschach Performance Assessment System (R-PAS), aiming to improve validity through meta-analysis and international normative data. His work includes studies on aggression, suicide risk, and the admissibility of Rorschach evidence in legal contexts. Education: PhD in Psychology from Loyola University of Chicago (1990). Teaching responsibilities include courses on Cognitive Assessment, Quantitative Methods, and Psychometrics. He directs the Psych Assessment Lab and collaborates internationally on projects like the R-PAS manual and cross-cultural validation studies. Meyer has authored over 200 peer-reviewed articles and co-developed assessment tools such as the Rorschach Construct Scale. Research interests also encompass meta-analysis techniques, clinician judgment reliability, and the validation of psychological instruments like the Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) and MMPI-2.

Ronald B Gillamمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Developmental Language Disorders
• Bilingual Language Development
• Speech-Language Pathology
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Ronald B. Gillam is a Professor and holds the Raymond & Eloise Lillywhite Endowed Chair at Utah State University, within the Department of Communicative Disorders and Deaf Education at the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services. He specializes in developmental language disorders, bilingual language development, and neurocognitive mechanisms of language. His work integrates clinical research with educational interventions, particularly focusing on children with specific language impairment (SLI). Education: PhD (1989, Indiana University), MS (1979, Colorado State University), BS (1977, Colorado State University). Research Interests: Neuroscience of language processing using fNIRS Cognitive predictors of language comprehension Bilingual language assessment and intervention Evidence-based practices for language disorders Awards: Over 30 honors including the 2016 Honors of the ASHA Association, 2009 Bill E. Robins Research Award, and multiple Editor’s Awards for impactful publications. Teaching & Advising: Teaches courses on fluency disorders, research methods, and special education. Mentored 9 graduate students across disciplines like Psychology and Special Education. Active in grant-funded research projects focusing on bilingual interventions and neuroimaging. Key Contributions: Pioneered narrative-based interventions, developed assessment tools like the Test of Narrative Language (TNL), and advanced understanding of working memory’s role in language deficits.

Evelyn Ferstlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psycholinguistics
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Gender Studies
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Prof. Evelyn Ferstl is a Professor of Cognitive Science and Gender Studies at the University of Freiburg, affiliated with the Institute of Psychology. She holds a PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Colorado (1994) and a Habilitation in Psychology from the University of Leipzig (2006). Her research focuses on psycholinguistics, neuroanatomy of language comprehension, and gender-sensitive language. She has held roles such as Director of the Department of Cognitive Science and Gender Research, and currently serves on committees including the Hermann Paul Center for Linguistics and the Gender Circle of the University of Freiburg. Education: PhD in Cognitive Psychology, University of Colorado, 1994 MA in Cognitive Psychology, University of Colorado, 1991 Diploma in Mathematics, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, 1987 Research Interests: Psycholinguistics, functional neuroanatomy of text comprehension, pragmatic aspects of language (e.g., idioms, humor), gender studies, and emotion-cognition interactions. Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles on topics such as gender-sensitive language, discourse processing, and neuroimaging studies of language comprehension. Recent work includes studies on non-binary gender markers and emotional language processing. Grants & Advising: Supervised doctoral theses and led projects on gender language and cognitive neuroscience. Member of research networks like the Max Planck Institute for Cognitive Neuroscience and the Society for Cognitive Science. Labs & Teams: Active in interdisciplinary collaborations at the Hermann-Paul School of Language Sciences and Freiburg Brain Imaging (FBI).

Eric M Rohrenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Functional and Anatomic Imaging in Malignancy
• Radiopharmaceuticals for Cancer Imaging
• PET/MR Applications
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Eric M Rohren, M.D., Ph.D., is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Radiology at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM), Houston, TX, and serves as Interim Chair of Radiation Oncology. He leads a department of over 120 faculty across multiple affiliated hospitals, including CHI Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center and Texas Children's Hospital. His expertise spans PET imaging, nuclear medicine, and oncology, with over 100 peer-reviewed publications and extensive international speaking engagements. Education: MD-PhD from Mayo Clinic (1996) Internship: Mayo Clinic (1997) Residency: Duke University (2001) Diagnostic Radiology Fellowship: Duke University (2002) Research Interests: Focuses on functional/anatomic imaging in malignancy, novel radiopharmaceuticals, PET/MR applications, and molecular brain imaging for neurocognitive disorders. He has contributed to clinical guidelines like the ACR-ACNM-SNMMI radium-223 therapy parameter and explores AI ethics in nuclear medicine. Leadership & Awards: Served on the Board of Directors of the American Board of Nuclear Medicine (2013–2014) and chairs committees for the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI). His work includes developing response criteria for PET imaging in oncology trials. Grants & Collaborations: Co-investigator on Southwest Oncology Group trial S1304 evaluating carfilzomib therapy for multiple myeloma. Active in multidisciplinary teams advancing therapeutic nuclear medicine and imaging standards. Labs & Teams: Oversees BCM’s Radiology and Radiation Oncology departments, fostering innovation in diagnostic and therapeutic imaging technologies through collaborations with institutions like the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center.

Mark Blumbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Behavioral Neuroscience
• Developmental Psychology
• Sleep Physiology
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Mark Blumberg is a Professor and Department Chair in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Iowa. He holds the University of Iowa Distinguished Chair. His research focuses on the neural bases of sleep, sensorimotor development, and biological rhythms in early life. Key contributions include studies on sleep-dependent neural plasticity and the role of twitching in infant brain development. Education: Ph.D., University of Chicago, 1988. Research affiliations include the Sleep and Behavioral Development Lab located in Spence Labs. His work bridges behavioral neuroscience, developmental psychobiology, and comparative approaches to behavior. Research interests emphasize sleep’s role in sensorimotor systems, cerebellar development, and evolutionary behavior patterns. Over 150 publications span topics like sleep architecture in infants, EEG analysis in post-stroke patients, and neural mechanisms underlying sleep-stage transitions. His lab investigates how spontaneous movements during sleep shape neural circuits. No scientific awards explicitly listed. Advising details and grant information are not explicitly stated in provided texts. Collaborations involve interdisciplinary teams studying developmental neurophysiology and clinical applications of sleep research.

• Neuroimaging
• Developmental Neuroscience
• Biomedical Engineering
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Weili Lin is the Dixie Lee Boney Soo Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Radiology at the University of North Carolina. Her research focuses on advancing neuroimaging techniques and understanding developmental brain processes, particularly in pediatrics. She leads projects integrating machine learning with medical imaging to study neurocognitive development, prenatal exposures, and functional connectivity. Key research interests include MRI technology innovations, longitudinal brain mapping, and AI-driven analysis of neurodevelopmental data. She collaborates on large-scale initiatives like the UNC/UMN Baby Connectome Project, investigating infant brain maturation and environmental impacts. Her work spans clinical and computational domains, addressing challenges in fetal imaging, motion correction, and harmonization of multi-site datasets. Recent studies explore the effects of phthalates and opioids on infant neurodevelopment, leveraging GANs, transformers, and federated learning for predictive modeling. Lin’s contributions include developing pipelines like iBEAT V2.0 for infant cortical surface reconstruction and frameworks for functional parcellation. She emphasizes translational research bridging imaging technology and clinical insights.

Jill Higginsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanical Engineering
• Neurorehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal Biomechanics
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Jill Higginson is the George W. Laird Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Delaware, specializing in biomechanical engineering and musculoskeletal biomechanics. Her research focuses on understanding gait abnormalities in stroke patients and mechanisms of osteoarthritis, particularly knee cartilage degradation. She holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, an MS in Bioengineering from Penn State University, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University. Her expertise spans biomechanics, gait analysis, and neurorehabilitation. Ongoing research explores motor control strategies post-stroke, adaptive gait training systems, and novel sensor technologies for biomechanical assessment. Recent work includes studies on functional electrical stimulation efficacy, exosuit assistance for shoulder tasks, and cognitive-motor interactions in healthy adults. Dr. Higginson’s contributions include advancements in predictive gait simulation frameworks and validation of carbon nanotube-based insole sensors. Her lab investigates human movement dynamics using computational models and robotic systems, with a focus on translating findings into clinical applications for stroke survivors and individuals with musculoskeletal disorders. She collaborates on interdisciplinary projects bridging engineering, neuroscience, and clinical medicine. Key areas of application include improving post-stroke gait recovery through adaptive treadmill protocols, optimizing joint stiffness regulation post-ACL injury, and enhancing wearable assistive technologies. Her work emphasizes both fundamental biomechanical insights and practical innovations in rehabilitation engineering.

Rebecca S. Allenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clinical Geropsychology
• Health Disparities
• Behavioral Interventions for Chronic Illness
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Rebecca S. Allen is a Professor at the University of Alabama , where she serves as Executive Director of the Alabama Research Institute on Aging (ARIA) . Her work focuses on clinical training issues , health disparities , and cultural dynamics in healthcare , particularly for underserved populations in the Deep South. Dr. Allen earned her PhD from Washington University in St. Louis and completed postdoctoral training at Penn State and UAB. She teaches Geropsychology and Affect and Lifespan Development and mentors students in geriatric mental health research. Her recent research includes: Clinical interventions for opioid use disorders in rural communities Development of culturally sensitive tools for advance care planning Dyadic interventions to reduce caregiver stress in chronic illness Addressing hearing healthcare disparities in rural Alabama She has secured major grants from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), totaling over $3 million, and is an APA Division 20 President-Elect and GSA Fellow . Dr. Allen leads the Allen and Jacobs Lab , which emphasizes collaborative research and community empowerment . Her lab's mission includes "Pay it forward" and "Progress is asking the right question" to address aging-related challenges.

Andrea Glennمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Developmental Psychopathology
• Antisocial Behavior
• ADHD Research
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Dr. Andrea Glenn is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Alabama and a core faculty member of the Center for Youth Development and Intervention (CYDI). She received her PhD from the University of Pennsylvania and completed postdoctoral training at Singapore's Institute of Mental Health. Her research examines biopsychosocial factors in externalizing psychopathology, emphasizing psychopathic traits and the role of untreated ADHD in antisocial behavior development. She investigates biological markers including hormone assays (cortisol, testosterone) and neurocognitive mechanisms. Dr. Glenn teaches courses on Biological Bases of Psychological Disorders and ADHD Research. She mentors graduate students in developmental psychology studying disruptive behaviors through diverse methodological approaches including physiological measures and intervention studies.

• Exercise Psychology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• mHealth Technology
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Sean P Mullen is an Associate Professor in the Kinesiology & Community Health Department at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign, also affiliated with the Beckman Institute and the Center for Social & Behavioral Science. He earned his PhD in Exercise Psychology from the University of Virginia in 2009. His research focuses on understanding factors that sustain long-term physical activity and self-regulation across the lifespan, using interdisciplinary approaches combining social neuroscience and technology. He directs the Exercise Technology & Cognition Laboratory, which explores how technology-enhanced interventions improve physical activity and cognitive performance. Recent work includes studies on exercise breaks in classroom settings, vocal interventions for older adults, and the impact of 24-hour movement guidelines on youth academic engagement. Key themes include cognitive neuroscience applications in physical activity, technology-mediated behavioral change, and aging-related cognitive health. Mullen has published extensively in journals like Advanced Science , Journal of Affective Disorders , and International Journal of Clinical and Health Psychology . He serves on editorial boards for Psychology of Sport and Exercise and Annals of Behavioral Medicine .

Cynthia K. Thompsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Neurolinguistics
• Aphasia Recovery
• Cognitive Neuroscience
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Cynthia K. Thompson is a Professor Emerita in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders at Northwestern University's School of Communication. Her research focuses on neurolinguistic mechanisms of language recovery in aphasia, integrating cognitive neuroscience, clinical practice, and neuroimaging techniques like fMRI and eye-tracking. She holds a PhD in Speech and Language Pathology from the University of Kansas, with prior degrees from the University of Oregon. Her work explores how brain damage affects language processing, particularly in agrammatic aphasia and primary progressive aphasia. Key areas include syntactic deficits, neural plasticity, and treatment protocols using evidence-based methods. She has contributed to developing assessment tools like the NAVS-C for Chinese patients and pioneered studies on implicit/ explicit learning in aphasia rehabilitation. Education: PhD in Speech and Language Pathology/Linguistics, University of Kansas MS in Psychology & Speech and Language Pathology, University of Oregon BS in Psychology (Honors), University of Oregon Dr. Thompson's research has been recognized with prestigious awards including the Karl Rosengren Mentoring Award (2017) and Honors of the Association (ASHA, 2013). She has authored over 100 publications and co-edited influential texts on neurolinguistics and language production. Her lab collaborates with clinical centers to translate neuroimaging findings into rehabilitation strategies. Awards: 2017 Karl Rosengren Faculty Mentoring Award 2011 Jean and Ralph Sundin Professorship 2007 Walder Award for Research Excellence Her advising and grant work has supported interdisciplinary projects linking cognitive neuroscience to clinical practice. She leads research teams investigating neural correlates of language recovery and contributes to the Buehler Center on Aging and Cognitive Neurology & Alzheimer's Disease Center at Northwestern.

• Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis
• Neuroscience
• Immunology
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Professor Melanie Gareau leads research on the microbiota-gut-brain axis at the University of California, Davis, focusing on early-life microbiota dysbiosis and its long-term neurological and physiological effects. Her work integrates microbiology, immunology, and neuroscience to address disorders such as Angelman syndrome and postacute COVID syndrome. Education: BS (McGill, 2001), PhD (McMaster, 2006), postdoctoral training (Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto). Grants: Principal Investigator (NIH, FAST Foundation, UC Davis SOM) and Co-Investigator on projects studying microbiome-brain interactions, wound infection impacts, and inflammatory bowel disease models. Research Interests: Microbiota-gut-brain axis development, probiotic interventions, microbial-immune-neural crosstalk, and translational applications in neurological and gastrointestinal diseases. Awards: Chancellor’s Fellow (2023), APS New Investigator Award (2018), multiple travel and fellowship recognitions. Lab: Gareau Lab explores microbiota interactions in health and disease, with projects on microbiome modulation for cognitive benefits and microbiome restoration strategies.

Golnaz Tabibniaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Affective Neuroscience
• Self-Regulation
• Decision-Making
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Golnaz Tabibnia is an Assistant Researcher in the Department of Psychological Science at the University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on affective neuroscience, examining self-regulation mechanisms in clinical and non-clinical contexts such as addiction, phobias, and decision-making. She explores how insights from neuroscience can inform strategies to enhance resilience and mental health. Education: B.A. in Psychology, UC Berkeley Ph.D. in Psychology (Cognitive Neuroscience), UCLA Postdoctoral Fellowship in Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences, UCLA Her work bridges neuroscience, psychology, and clinical applications, emphasizing neural underpinnings of self-control and resilience training. Recent studies investigate stress management through neuroeducation and the role of default mode network connectivity in addiction recovery. Key research themes include emotion regulation, decision-making processes, and translational strategies to improve mental wellness. She has published extensively on neural mechanisms of self-regulation, mindfulness interventions, and dopamine receptor influences on cognitive control.