جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Cognitive Psychology
• Motor Learning
• Aging and Cognition
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Otmar Leo Bock is a Professor at RWTH Aachen University, affiliated with the Institute for Training Science and Sports Informatics. His research focuses on cognitive and motor performance across the lifespan, with particular emphasis on aging, working memory, and attention mechanisms in sports and daily activities. Primary affiliation: Institute for Training Science and Sports Informatics, RWTH Aachen University Collaborators: Jens colleagues like Markus Kempe, Daniel Memmert, and others His research explores: Age-related cognitive and motor changes in dual-task scenarios Applications of fNIRS in studying brain activation during walking Effects of working memory training on intelligence Attention window measurement and peripheral attention in sports Mental chronometry in ecological contexts Impact of age stereotypes on older workers' performance Publication trends (2011-2015) show interdisciplinary work combining neuroscience, psychology, and sports science, with methodologies spanning laboratory experiments, ecological studies, and space medicine applications. Ongoing collaborations include researchers from Institute for Movement and Sports Gerontology and Psychological Institute. His work has been cited 147 times, with 287 readers on Mendeley.

• Neurobiology
• Developmental Biology
• Comparative Anatomy
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Manuel Angel Pombal Diego is a full-time Researcher in the Department of Functional Biology and Health Sciences at the Faculty of Biology, University of Vigo, Spain. His work focuses on lampreys as evolutionary models to investigate fundamental neurobiological and developmental processes in vertebrates, with particular emphasis on nervous system organization and functional morphology. He earned his Doctorate from the University of Santiago de Compostela in 1993 with a thesis on lamprey oculomotor development supervised by Dr. Maria Celina Rodicio. His research spans neuroanatomy, developmental biology, and histology, examining how neural circuits controlling vision, movement, and sensory processing evolved in early vertebrates. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on comparative neurobiology using lampreys as key models. His work integrates anatomical, developmental, and functional approaches to understand vertebrate evolution, with recurring themes in oculomotor control, brain segmentation, skin structure, and conservation biology applications. Recent publications increasingly bridge basic neurobiology with ecological and conservation contexts. Dr. Pombal leads the NEUROLAM research group (BC2) at the University of Vigo, which specializes in Lamprey Neurobiology. The group employs histological, immunocytochemical, and behavioral methodologies to investigate the nervous system organization and development in these evolutionarily significant jawless vertebrates.

• B Cell Immunology
• Autoimmunity
• Lupus Nephritis
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Marcus Clark is a Professor of Medicine at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine, where he leads a research laboratory focused on B cell biology and autoimmunity. His work spans fundamental immunological mechanisms and translational applications in autoimmune diseases, particularly lupus nephritis. Dr. Clark's research centers on B cell antigen receptor (BCR) signaling and its role in cell fate decisions. In the bone marrow, his laboratory discovered the epigenetic reader BRWD1 as a critical regulator of immunoglobulin light chain gene recombination during B lymphopoiesis. More recently, his team demonstrated that the pre-BCR initiates an IRF4-CXCR4 feedforward loop that directly signals Ig-kappa recombination, fundamentally revising the canonical model of B cell development. In peripheral tissues, Dr. Clark has reshaped understanding of germinal center biology by identifying novel B cell populations within the dark zone that enable compartmentalization of core functions. His laboratory has developed innovative approaches combining deep machine learning with single-cell technologies to study in situ adaptive immune responses in human lupus nephritis. This bioinformatics platform achieves sensitivity and specificity approaching two-photon excitation microscopy while being applicable to human disease studies. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals a consistent focus on B cell development mechanisms, germinal center organization, and translational applications in autoimmune kidney disease, with increasing integration of computational methods and single-cell technologies over time. Dr. Clark maintains an exceptionally robust research program with multiple active NIH grants including R01AI187357 (2025-2029) on BRWD1-mediated cohesin conversion in B cell biology and R01AI180222 (2024-2029) on using artificial intelligence to bridge human and murine lupus nephritis studies. He serves as Principal Investigator on the University of Chicago Autoimmunity Center of Excellence (U19AI082724, 2009-2024) and the Medical Scientist National Research Service Award (T32GM150375, 2023-2028). His laboratory has trained numerous researchers who have become prominent in the field, including Malay Mandal, Anthony Chang, and Kichul Ko. Dr. Clark's team has developed novel in vivo models and targeted in vitro studies that provide definitive insights into complex immunological processes, with particular emphasis on the molecular regulation of B cell development and function in health and autoimmune disease.

• Type 1 Diabetes
• Pharmacology
• Regulatory Science
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Dr. Khemraj Hirani is a Research Assistant Professor at the Department of Medicine, Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami. He serves as Associate Vice Chair for Research and Regulatory Compliance, Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer at the Diabetes Research Institute, and Associate Director of the Office of Executive Dean of Research. Education: Valedictorian at Mangalore University (Diploma and Bachelor’s in Pharmacy), Nagpur University (Master’s and Ph.D. in Pharmacology), and Indian Institute of Modern Management (Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management). Dr. Hirani’s research focuses on Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), emphasizing genetic-environmental interactions, immune response mechanisms, and advanced biomaterials for islet transplantation. He integrates precision medicine and machine learning into diabetes diagnostics, while his work in regulatory science optimizes clinical trial designs for faster translation of therapies. His publications highlight trends in neuromodulation for diabetic complications, leptin-dopamine interactions in comorbidities, anti-VEGF treatments for retinopathy, gene therapy for beta-cell preservation, and AI-driven early diabetes detection. Articles also explore hypoxia-immune-metabolic interplay in T1D and gestational diabetes management. Dr. Hirani mentors graduate and postgraduate students, emphasizing ethical research practices and regulatory compliance. His leadership roles in academic and biotech ventures, including co-founding Prizm Therapeutics and Ambulero Inc., underscore his commitment to curative therapies for diabetes and rare pediatric diseases.

• Visual Perception
• Self-Movement
• Optic Flow Processing
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Simon Rushton is a Professor at Cardiff University's School of Psychology, specializing in visual perception for self-movement. His research spans computer vision, neurology, robotics, and brain imaging, with recent expansion into climate and biodiversity initiatives through the co-founded '1in5 project'. He serves as module coordinator for undergraduate psychological research methods and co-teaches advanced vision science courses. Rushton's research investigates optic flow parsing, egocentric spatial navigation, and the perceptual mechanisms governing locomotion and object interception. His work integrates psychophysical experimentation with applications in virtual reality and clinical diagnostics. Recent studies explore sensory processing disorders like Persistent Postural Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD) and lifespan changes in motion perception. His publication record demonstrates consistent focus on: Optic flow and heading perception mechanisms Gaze-movement coordination during object interception Clinical applications for vestibular disorders Multisensory integration in spatial navigation Rushton supervises PhD candidates in vision science and collaborates internationally with researchers in neuroscience, optometry, and human-computer interaction. His Cardiff-based laboratory investigates the neural and behavioral correlates of visual guidance in both typical and clinical populations.

Carole Peyrinمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Visual Perception
• Neurocognitive Mechanisms
• Neuroimaging
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Carole Peyrin is a Researcher at the University of Grenoble Alpes, affiliated with CNRS UMR 5105 (LPNC). She leads the Vision and Emotion team (VisEmo) and co-heads the Master 2 Research in Neuropsychology and Clinical Neurosciences program. Her work focuses on neurocognitive mechanisms of visual perception, particularly spatial frequency processing, peripheral vision, and scene categorization, with clinical applications in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma. Education : HDR in Psychology (2012), Doctorate in Cognitive Psychology (2003), both from UPMF Grenoble. Research Interests : Visual perception, neurocognitive models, eye movement analysis, aging-related changes, neuroimaging techniques, and clinical applications in ophthalmological diseases. Her research demonstrates how retinal damage in AMD and glaucoma correlates with functional brain changes affecting visual processing. Recent publications explore motion processing in maculopathy, spatial frequency dynamics, and emotional face recognition. She has secured grants from ANR, CNRS MITI, and UGA's IDEX program. Scientific Awards : Médaille de Bronze du CNRS (2015), Chevalière de l'Ordre National du Mérite (2016), Prix la Recherche en Neurosciences (2014). As a doctoral advisor, she has guided 9 PhD theses, including studies on predictive processing, scene categorization, and ophthalmological disease impacts. She chairs the Grenoble Alpes Research Ethics Committee (CERGA) and contributes to national ethics frameworks through the FF-CER.

• Perceptual Processes
• Action Planning
• Spatial Perception
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Constanze Hesse holds a Personal Chair at the School of Psychology, University of Aberdeen , where she leads the GRaSPER Lab (Grasping, Reaching and Spatial Perception Experimental Research). Her work bridges perceptual processes for action planning and control with investigations into how physical and affective material properties influence behavioral intentions. Academic Rank: Professor Department: School of Psychology Email: c.hesse@abdn.ac.uk Research interests focus on experimental behavioral methods (psychophysics) and neuropsychological studies examining visuomotor behavior in patients with perceptual/spatial impairments (hemianopia, visual neglect). Recent studies explore crossmodal texture perception, grasping mechanics, obstacle avoidance, and attention allocation during motor tasks. Key article themes include visuomotor control , perceptual-motor integration , haptic-visual processing , biomechanical constraints , spatial cognition , and motor expertise . Her 2015-2025 publications span neuropsychological dissociations, Weber’s Law violations, temporal-order judgements, surface property effects, and visual memory in reaching/grasping. A scientific award includes Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) . She coordinates course PS4050 and has secured a 2023-2026 Open Research Area grant with collaborators in Germany and France for studies on negative affective touch in interactions. The GRaSPER Lab, located in the William Guild Building (Old Aberdeen Campus), utilizes experimental behavioral methods and neuropsychological testing to explore the interplay between perceptual, cognitive, and motor systems.

• Neuroscience
• Primate Behavior
• Animal Welfare
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Dr Claire Witham is a Research Fellow at Newcastle University specializing in primate neuroscience and animal welfare research. Her work focuses on rhesus macaques ( Macaca mulatta ), addressing critical challenges in laboratory animal management through innovative approaches including machine learning and behavioral analysis. Active since 2007, she maintains a prolific publication record with recent contributions in 2024. Her research spans Neuroscience , Primate Behavior , and Machine Learning Applications , with emphasis on enrichment evaluation, pain assessment, and sensorimotor control mechanisms. Key contributions include developing automated face recognition systems for primates, establishing positive reinforcement training protocols, and investigating neural oscillations in motor control. Her work bridges basic neuroscience with practical welfare refinements. Publication trends reveal an evolution from foundational neurophysiological studies (2007-2012) examining corticospinal pathways and neural oscillations toward applied welfare science (2017-2024). Recent work integrates computational methods for enrichment assessment and behavioral monitoring, reflecting a strategic shift toward technology-driven solutions for laboratory animal welfare. Her 2024 machine learning approach for enrichment evaluation exemplifies this trajectory.

Ishmail Abdus-Saboorمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Pain Research
• Somatosensory Systems
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Ishmail Abdus-Saboor, PhD is an Associate Professor of Biological Sciences and Principal Investigator at Columbia's Zuckerman Institute . His research focuses on the neural circuits underlying somatosensory experiences , particularly the biological basis of pleasure and pain through touch mechanisms. Key Research Areas: Neuroethological signatures of pain and analgesia Neural circuits for pleasurable touch and social behavior Epigenetic and genetic tracing of sensory neuron function Scientific Recognition: HHMI Freeman Hrabowski Scholar (2023) NIH New Innovator Award (DP2) Chan Zuckerberg Science Diversity Leadership Award Pew Trust 2022 Biomedical Sciences Scholar Rita Allen Foundation Pain Scholar His work develops automated behavioral sequencing platforms for objective pain measurement and investigates non-addictive pain treatments through genetic analysis. Current studies extend to neuroimmune interactions and stress susceptibility mechanisms in depression models.

Shirin E. Hassanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Low Vision Rehabilitation
• Vision and Mobility
• Gaze Behavior Analysis
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Shirin E. Hassan is an Associate Professor and Graduate Faculty member at Indiana University School of Optometry, endorsed to chair PhD committees. She holds a BAppSc(Optom) and PhD from Queensland University of Technology, Australia. Dr. Hassan maintains active clinical practice in the Low Vision Rehabilitation Service and leads a funded research program in vision rehabilitation. Her research focuses on: Low vision rehabilitation techniques Impact of visual/cognitive deficits on mobility and driving Gaze behavior analysis in navigation scenarios Age-related vision loss interventions Pedestrian safety for visually impaired individuals Her recent publications (2002-2009) predominantly investigate the Salisbury Eye Evaluation Driving Study, examining how visual and cognitive decline affects driving capability in aging populations. Additional work explores street-crossing behaviors, attentional fields, and mobility challenges in macular degeneration. Dr. Hassan teaches graduate courses including Low Vision Rehabilitation (V 751) and Integrative Optometry I (V 501) , while providing continuing education on refractive errors. She directs patient care at IU's Low Vision Rehabilitation Service and collaborates with institutions like Johns Hopkins University on vision research initiatives.

• Perceptual Psychology
• Visual Design
• Art History
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Maarten Wijntjes is a Researcher at the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), affiliated with the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering. His primary department is Industrial Design Engineering, with a focus on Human-Centered Design and Perceptual Intelligence. He teaches courses such as Multi-Sensory Design Studio and Visual Communication Design, integrating theoretical research with practical design education. His research bridges perceptual psychology, art history, and technology, with a strong emphasis on material perception in visual depictions. Key areas include analyzing how humans perceive materials in paintings, the impact of lighting and color on visual interpretation, and the application of perceptual principles in design. He collaborates across disciplines, combining computational methods with traditional art analysis. Recent work explores topics like time-of-day perception in artworks, material diagnosticity in oil paintings vs. engravings, and peripheral visual processing. His research outputs highlight interdisciplinary approaches, often involving crowdsourced experiments and algorithmic tools for art analysis. Though no formal awards are listed, his contributions to perceptual design and digital art history reflect significant academic engagement. Dr. Wijntjes advises on graduate studies and contributes to TU Delft’s research labs, focusing on perceptual intelligence and human-centered design solutions. His work aims to enhance understanding of how visual cues shape human perception, with applications in both digital interfaces and traditional art interpretation.

Richard Stainesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Sensorimotor Integration
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Richard Staines is a Professor at the University of Waterloo specializing in Neuroscience, with a focus on sensorimotor integration, neuroplasticity, and the effects of neurological conditions such as concussion and multiple sclerosis. His research explores how sensory and motor systems adapt to injury, exercise, and substance use. Key topics include the long-term impacts of concussion on cognitive and motor functions, cannabis use in neurological patients, and the role of aerobic exercise in enhancing neuroplasticity. His work combines experimental approaches such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), EEG, and fMRI to investigate neural mechanisms underlying sensory processing, motor learning, and attention. The Sensorimotor Integration & Neuroadaptive Plasticity Lab (hosted at the University of Waterloo) serves as his research hub, driving studies on balance control, rehabilitation strategies, and the cerebellum's role in motor adaptation. Research Themes: Concussion neurobiology, cannabis neuropharmacology, exercise neuroscience, sensorimotor circuitry, and neurorehabilitation. Lab Website: https://uwaterloo.ca/sensorimotor-integration-neuroadaptive-plasticity-lab/ Recent studies highlight his exploration of sex differences in cannabis withdrawal effects, cerebellar contributions to motor adaptation, and the modulation of sensory gating deficits post-concussion. He currently accepts graduate student applications for collaborative research in these areas.

Swadeshmukul Santraمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Nanoscience
• Nanotechnology
• Nano-Agriculture
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Swadeshmukul Santra, Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Central Florida with joint appointments in the NanoScience Technology Center and Department of Chemistry. As founding director of the UCF Materials Innovation for Sustainable Agriculture (MISA) Center, his work focuses on nanotechnology applications in agriculture and medicine. His research addresses crop protection through nanomaterials like nano-pesticides and nano-fertilizers, as well as nanomedicine innovations such as drug delivery systems and bioimaging probes. Dr. Santra has secured over $6 million in grants from NSF, USDA, and industry partners, and holds 35 patents. His nano-agriculture projects target citrus diseases like greening and canker, while nanomedicine efforts explore targeted therapy delivery. Notable collaborations include developing zinc oxide-based formulations (Zinkicide) for plant vascular pathogens and silk-based microneedles for drug delivery. Research Interests: Engineered nanomaterials, nanobioimaging, nanotoxicology, nano-pesticides, and sustainable agricultural technologies. Key Projects: Citrus disease management, antimicrobial nanocomposites, and FAIR database systems for bacterial identification (BacteSign). Grants & Awards: Over $6M funding from NSF/USDA; 35 issued patents (28 U.S.-based). His lab emphasizes translational research, with technologies under evaluation by multinational agrochemical companies. Commercialization efforts include partnerships with UCF’s Office of Research and Commercialization for startup opportunities in quantum dot imaging and nano-fertilizer platforms.

Noshaba Cheemaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Computer Graphics
• Machine Learning
• Computer Vision
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Noshaba Cheema is a Researcher at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI) and a PhD Candidate at the Max-Planck Institute for Informatics, affiliated with Saarland University. She holds dual roles as a Researcher in the Agents and Simulated Reality Group and as a Work Package Manager for the EU-funded Carousel+ project. Her academic journey includes a Master's degree from Saarland University and the International Max-Planck Research School for Computer Science, and a Bachelor's degree in Media Computer Science from the University of Applied Sciences Bremen. Her research focuses on virtual character animation, motion synthesis, and AI-driven interactive systems, with applications in VR/AR, computer graphics, and human-computer interaction. She has pioneered fatigue modeling for virtual characters using reinforcement learning and explored synthetic data generation for deep learning tasks. Her work bridges computational neuroscience and machine learning, as seen in early projects modeling human visual systems. Noshaba has received significant recognition, including the Telekom Women's STEM Award 2020 (AI category), the Best Poster Award at SCA 2018, and a Max-Planck Fellowship. She actively contributes to conferences as a speaker, panelist, and diversity co-chair at venues like High Performance Graphics. Her teaching spans topics in game development, motion synthesis, and signal processing at Saarland University and Bremen. Her research portfolio includes over 20 publications across top venues like SIGGRAPH Asia, ECCV, and CVPR. She advises Master's theses in graphics, vision, and machine learning, and manages EU Horizon 2020 grants. Noshaba also engages in public outreach, advocating for women in STEM through media features and mentoring roles.

Zahra Montazeriمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Computer Graphics
• Physics-based Rendering
• Material Modeling
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Zahra Montazeri is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Manchester. Her research focuses on physics-based computer graphics, particularly photorealistic rendering and appearance modeling for complex materials like cloth, hair, and fur. She holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of California, Irvine (UCI), and has industry experience at Disney Research, WetaDigital, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), Pixar, and Luxion. **Education:** PhD in Computer Science (UCI, 2015–2021) M.Sc. in Computer Science (UCI, 2015–2017) B.Sc. in Computer Engineering (Sharif University of Technology, Iran, 2010–2014) **Research Interests:** Zahra’s work bridges academic and industrial applications, emphasizing practical and efficient rendering techniques. Her key areas include physics-based rendering, material modeling for fabrics, and virtual reality optimizations like foveated rendering. She collaborates with industry leaders such as WetaDigital and has contributed to movies like The Mandalorian and Avatar: The Way of Water . **Articles Trends:** Recent work focuses on texture-free cloth rendering, dynamic BTF synthesis, and neural-based material models. Her research often addresses computational efficiency while maintaining photorealism, with applications in film, gaming, and VR. **Awards:** Best Paper Award at EGSR (2023) Best Visuals Award at EGSR (2023) UCI Doctral Fellowship (2015) LightSpeed Venture Partners Summer Fellowship (2016) **Advising & Grants:** Advises four PhD students and has one alumni (David Petrescu). Her group actively collaborates with industry and explores applied research in rendering and virtual environments. She serves on program committees for PG, EGSR, and I3D. **Labs/Teams:** Leads a research group at Manchester focused on graphics and virtual environments, with interdisciplinary projects in computer vision, AI, and material science.