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Laura Andreaeمشاهده پروفایل

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King’s College LondonUnited Kingdom

Professor Laura Andreae holds the position of Professor of Developmental Neuroscience at King's College London, affiliated with the Department of Anatomy, the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology, and the School of Neuroscience. She leads the PhD programme in the MRC Centre for Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Her research focuses on synaptic development, neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., autism, epilepsy, schizophrenia), and employs electrophysiology and imaging techniques. Key collaborators include Professors Juan Burrone, Declan Murphy, Grainne McAlonan, and Albert Basson. Education: MBBS (UCL, 1995), PhD (King's College London, 2004), BA (University of Cambridge, 1992). Research Interests: Synaptic connectivity, neural circuit formation, and disruptions in neurodevelopmental disorders. She investigates how neuronal activity regulates synapse formation and explores genetic models of autism and schizophrenia. Awards and Grants: Leverhulme Trust Research Project Grant (2024), BBSRC grant (2024), Louise Hanson Marshall Special Recognition Award (2023), and a Wellcome Discovery Award (2023). Projects include studying gene regulation in autism and Alzheimer's, and neuronal development mechanisms. Labs/Teams: Active in the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology and collaborates across multiple institutes within King's College London.

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Andrew Bellمشاهده پروفایل

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King’s College LondonUnited Kingdom

Dr. Andrew Bell is a Lecturer in Cognitive Neuroscience Education at King’s College London within the Department of Neuroimaging, School of Neuroscience, Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience. He holds a PhD in Physiology and Behavioural Neuroscience from Queen’s University (Canada) and completed postdoctoral training at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH, USA) and the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (Cambridge, UK), based at the University of Oxford. His research focuses on neural mechanisms underlying sensory interactions, perceptual decision-making, and functional reorganization post-cortical lesions, with recent work exploring the integration of neuroscience principles into educational practices. Key research interests include functional connectivity in the social brain, neural plasticity following brain injuries, and the application of neuroimaging techniques (e.g., fMRI) in non-human primates. His publications span topics such as visual processing, decision-making networks, and cortical reorganization. He teaches on the BSc Neuroscience and Psychology program at King’s College London. Dr. Bell’s articles highlight advancements in understanding brain network modularity, social cognition, and functional MRI methodologies in primates. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, bridging experimental neuroscience with pedagogical innovation.

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Derek Mitchellمشاهده پروفایل

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Western UniversityCanada

Dr. Derek Mitchell is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Anatomy & Cell Biology at Western University. He holds a Ph.D. from University College London. His research focuses on understanding how neural systems integrate emotion with cognition and behavior, with a particular emphasis on psychiatric disorders such as psychopathy, mood disorders, and anxiety. He employs techniques including fMRI, MEG, and neuropsychological methods to investigate the functional neuroanatomy underlying emotional experiences and their dysregulation in clinical populations. His work spans topics such as decision-making, empathy deficits in psychopathy, and the neural mechanisms of guilt and fear. Recent studies explore the impact of cannabis use on emotion regulation in youth and the neural correlates of personal space perception. Mitchell’s interdisciplinary approach bridges cognitive neuroscience, psychiatry, and clinical research. Education: Ph.D., University College London Key Techniques: fMRI, MEG, Psychophysiological Testing Focus Areas: Psychopathy, Neurodegenerative Disorders, Emotional Processing Publications highlight contributions to understanding psychopathic traits in children, oxytocin effects in dementia, and the role of ventral prefrontal cortex in decision-making. His research has implications for diagnosing and treating psychiatric conditions through neurobiological insights.

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Maria Diehlمشاهده پروفایل

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Kansas State UniversityUnited States

Maria Diehl, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Psychological Sciences at Kansas State University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. She directs the Diehl Lab, focusing on neural circuits governing fear, avoidance, and resilience. Her work employs rodent models combined with optogenetics, single-unit recordings, and behavioral paradigms. Research emphasizes understanding how social interactions influence fear circuits and behavioral resilience post-trauma, with implications for PTSD. Key areas include neural mechanisms of active avoidance, sex differences in stress responses, and compulsive behavior models. Publications span 2015–2025, highlighting contributions to fear circuitry, prefrontal cortex dynamics, and social context effects. Her lab trains undergraduates in surgical techniques, data interpretation, and critical thinking. Collaborations include institutions like NIH-funded projects on compulsive behavior circuits. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but her extensive grants and lab operations suggest external funding support. She advises students through experimental neuroscience training and maintains an active Google Scholar profile and Twitter presence (@DrDiehl_Neuro).

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Rodrigo Andradeمشاهده پروفایل

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Wayne State UniversityUnited States

Rodrigo Andrade is Professor of Pharmacology at Wayne State University School of Medicine. His laboratory investigates G protein-coupled receptor signaling mechanisms in neuronal communication, with focus on serotonin receptors in cortical and hippocampal circuits. Education Ph.D. Pharmacology, Yale University B.A. Biology, Kalamazoo College Research contributions include pioneering work on 5-HT receptor physiology: identifying receptor subtypes in CA1 pyramidal cells, mapping 5-HT2A signaling in prefrontal cortex, and characterizing Gaq-11-mediated slow afterdepolarizations. Current work examines TRPC channels in neuronal excitability and calcium-activated potassium currents. Dr. Andrade has trained numerous doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows, with alumni holding faculty positions at University of Maryland, University of Ottawa, and research institutes.

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Laura E. O'Dellمشاهده پروفایل

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University of Texas El PasoUnited States

Dr. Laura E. O'Dell is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts. She earned her Ph.D. in Behavioral Neuroscience from Arizona State University in 1997 and completed post-doctoral training at The Scripps Research Institute. Dr. O'Dell leads the Neural Basis of Addiction Lab, where her NIH-funded research program investigates substance misuse mechanisms using rodent models. Her work focuses on neural substrates of nicotine and alcohol addiction, with emphasis on vulnerability factors including: Sex differences in addiction susceptibility and withdrawal Adolescent neurodevelopment and substance use Diabetes/insulin resistance interactions with nicotine reward Hormonal modulation of addictive behaviors Neuropharmacology of stress and withdrawal Analyses of her recent publications reveal strong methodological diversity including neuroimaging, behavioral pharmacology, molecular techniques, and novel decision-making paradigms. Dominant themes include sex-specific addiction mechanisms, vaping neurobiology, metabolic comorbidity interactions, and advanced rodent models of substance use disorders. Dr. O'Dell maintains active NIH grant support and mentors trainees through her laboratory. She teaches graduate and undergraduate courses including Psychobiology, Drugs of Abuse & Behavior, and Advanced Topics in Neuroscience.

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Charlis Rainekiمشاهده پروفایل

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Brock UniversityCanada

Charlis Raineki is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Brock University, within the Faculty of Social Sciences. They hold a PhD from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul. Their research focuses on understanding how adverse early-life experiences, particularly prenatal alcohol exposure and early-life adversity, impact neurodevelopmental trajectories and increase vulnerability to mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety. Key research areas include neuroimmune mechanisms, stress regulation, and translational interventions to ameliorate adversity-related deficits. Education: PhD in Neuroscience from Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Research Interests Neurobiological mechanisms of early-life adversity Impact of prenatal alcohol exposure on neurodevelopment Neuroimmune interactions in psychopathology Developmental effects of stress and caregiving environments Translational strategies for intervention and prevention Publications span topics such as immune dysregulation linked to neurodevelopmental delays, neurobehavioral effects of maltreatment, and the role of corticosterone in stress-related behaviors. Recent work explores the compounding effects of prenatal alcohol exposure and early-life adversity, with a focus on translational models. Lab Culture The Raineki Lab emphasizes equity, diversity, and inclusion, recruiting undergraduate and graduate students for projects in behavioral and cognitive neuroscience. They prioritize fostering an environment where diverse perspectives drive scientific innovation.

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Yi-Fang Chiuمشاهده پروفایل

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Saint Louis UniversityUnited States

Yi-Fang Chiu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences at Saint Louis University's Doisy College of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on speech physiology in motor speech disorders, speech production and intelligibility, effects of aging/neurological diseases on speech/voice, and acoustic/aerodynamic measures. She holds a Ph.D. in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Indiana University, an M.A. from Indiana University, and a B.A. in Foreign Language and Literature from National Chung Cheng University. Her research explores speech deficits in Parkinson’s disease and dementia, investigating how cognitive-motor interactions, gait dynamics, and neuroimaging correlate with disease progression. Recent work emphasizes dual-task gait analysis as a prognostic tool for cognitive decline in Parkinson’s, linking brain morphology (e.g., cortical thickness) to motor-cognitive performance. She also studies speech perception challenges in listeners with mild dementia, analyzing how noise impacts word recognition and speech intelligibility. Key contributions include identifying neural correlates of fear-of-falling avoidance behavior in Parkinson’s via mobile neuroimaging and demonstrating interlimb asymmetry in gait as a predictive biomarker. Her work bridges clinical speech pathology with neuroimaging, advancing understanding of neurodegenerative impacts on communication and mobility. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in available texts, but her prolific publication record reflects active engagement in interdisciplinary research. Grants and lab activities are not detailed here, but her affiliations suggest involvement in collaborative studies on neurological speech disorders. Her academic profile underscores a focus on translational research to improve clinical outcomes for patients with motor speech and cognitive-communication disorders.

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Jason Longhurstمشاهده پروفایل

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Saint Louis UniversityUnited States

Jason Longhurst, Ph.D., PT, DPT, NCS, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at the Doisy College of Health Sciences, Saint Louis University. His work focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Parkinson’s disease, and the interplay between gait/postural control and cognition. He leads the Neuroimaging and Behavior Lab, which employs neuroimaging techniques like functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) and biomechanical measurements to study disease progression and patient outcomes. Education: Doctor of Philosophy in Interdisciplinary Health Sciences (Rehabilitation Sciences), University of Nevada, Las Vegas Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Brigham Young University Research Interests: Dr. Longhurst investigates fear of falling avoidance behavior, community engagement in neurodegenerative patients, and early disease identification. His lab examines cortical activation during movement, dual-task performance, and the impact of cognitive decline on motor function. Recent studies address freezing of gait, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and the use of telerehabilitation in Parkinson’s care. Labs/Teams: Neuroimaging and Behavior Lab (specializing in gait analysis, cognitive-motor interactions, and neuroimaging techniques). Advising/Grants: While no specific grants or advisees are listed, his research emphasizes translational applications in physical therapy and clinical rehabilitation for neurodegenerative disorders.

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Yun Liمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

University of WyomingUnited States

Yun Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Zoology and Physiology at the University of Wyoming's College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources. She holds a Ph.D. in Physiology from the University of Texas Health Science Center and completed postdoctoral training at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Li's research investigates prefrontal cortex microcircuits involved in cognitive functions and their disruptions in disorders like dementia and autism. Her lab employs multidisciplinary approaches including miniscope in vivo calcium imaging in mouse models. Her teaching portfolio includes courses in Introduction to Neuroscience and Calcium Signaling. Her publications predominantly explore neural mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases, substance use disorders, and emotional behavior using advanced imaging techniques. Recent work focuses on TDP-43 pathology, striatal motor learning pathways, and epigenetic factors in depression. Awards/Honors: None reported She is actively recruiting graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to study prefrontal cortex dysfunctions using cutting-edge neurotechnologies.

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Paola Pintiمشاهده پروفایل

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Birkbeck , University of LondonUnited Kingdom

Paola Pinti is a Senior Researcher at Birkbeck, University of London, where she works in the Department of Psychological Sciences. She also maintains an affiliation with University College London (UCL). Her research focuses on functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS), developing new algorithms and tools for analyzing brain activity in naturalistic environments. Dr. Pinti's research interests include: Functional Near Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS) applications Wearable neuroimaging technologies Naturalistic cognitive neuroscience experiments Signal and image processing for brain activity monitoring Multimodal integration (fNIRS with eye-tracking, motion capture, thermal imaging) Child-friendly neuroimaging approaches Her recent work demonstrates a strong trend toward ecological validity in neuroscience research, with increasing use of virtual reality environments and real-world tasks to study brain function. She has made significant contributions to methodological standardization in fNIRS research, particularly through her involvement in the fNIRS glossary project and reproducibility studies. Her work spans basic neuroscience, developmental psychology, and clinical applications. Dr. Pinti currently serves as a Senior Research Laboratory Developer for the ToddlerLab CAVE, which integrates cutting-edge wearable technologies like fNIRS, EEG, motion capture, and eye-tracking in an immersive Virtual Reality environment for studying brain development in ecological settings. She has received research funding through scholarships including a One year Research Visit Scholarship and a Full 3 years Ph.D. Scholarship from the Italian Ministry of Education, University and Research.

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Dennis Kätzelمشاهده پروفایل

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Ulm UniversityGermany

Prof. Dennis Kätzel is a Professor at the University of Ulm's Faculty of Medicine, leading the Kätzel Lab within the Department of Applied Physiology. His research focuses on unraveling the neural circuit mechanisms underlying schizophrenia, with particular emphasis on treatment-resistant cognitive and negative symptoms. The lab employs cutting-edge techniques including optogenetic/chemogenetic circuit manipulation, in vivo electrophysiology, miniscope imaging, and machine learning-based analysis of neural data. His primary research interests span neural circuit dysfunction in schizophrenia , aberrant salience attribution , cognitive deficits (working memory, attention, cognitive flexibility), and translational drug discovery . Key methodologies include multi-site LFP recordings during behavioral tasks, transgenic schizophrenia models, and behavioral pharmacology. The lab has pioneered open-source neuroscience tools such as the Open-MAC commutator and 5-choice operant box systems. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2021-2024) reveals a concentrated focus on anterior cingulate cortex and hippocampal circuit mechanisms in schizophrenia-related behaviors. His work consistently bridges molecular interventions (e.g., G-protein signaling modulation) with circuit-level electrophysiological outcomes and behavioral phenotypes, establishing causal links between specific neural mechanisms and symptom domains. A distinctive trend is the development and application of open-source hardware/software solutions to advance preclinical neuroscience methodology. Prof. Kätzel mentors PhD students including Sampath Kapanaiah, Lukas Bühner, and Sophie Lammerich, who contribute to projects involving neural circuit analysis, behavioral testing, and tool development. His lab actively provides public scientific resources through GitHub and Labmaker, including MATLAB scripts for connectivity analysis, hardware design files, and experimental protocols. The Kätzel Lab operates as a translational neuroscience hub within Ulm's Institute of Applied Physiology, maintaining strong collaborations with psychiatric clinicians and pharmacologists. Current work focuses on identifying circuit-level drug targets and developing biomarkers for predicting clinical efficacy of novel schizophrenia therapeutics, with particular attention to cognitive symptom domains lacking effective treatments.

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Rosemarie M. Boozeمشاهده پروفایل

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University of South CarolinaUnited States

Rosemarie M. Booze is Professor and Bicentennial Endowed Chair of Behavioral Neuroscience in the Department of Psychology at the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences, University of South Carolina. She holds a PhD in Neurobiology from Johns Hopkins University and completed post-doctoral training in Neuropharmacology at Duke University. Previously, she served as Assistant Professor at Wake Forest University and rose to Full Professor at the University of Kentucky before joining USC in 2002. Her research focuses on: Neurochemical and neuroanatomical basis of dementia and neurocognitive disorders Dopaminergic/parkinsonian-type deficits in HIV-1 and substance abuse Neuroprotective effects of medicinal plant compounds Neural growth mechanisms and cognitive enhancement strategies Dr. Booze's publications demonstrate consistent focus on neurovirology, neurotoxicology, and neuroprotection research. Recent work examines HIV-related neuropathology using transgenic rat models, synaptic recovery mechanisms, and pharmacological interventions. Her articles frequently investigate dopaminergic systems, protein interactions, and cognitive outcomes in substance abuse contexts. Scientific honors include: Elected Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) NIH Research Career Award recipient She directs an active laboratory with graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, serving as PI on NIH R01 grants. She mentors students through the NIH-funded Biomedical-Behavioral Training Grant and has placed trainees in academic, pharmaceutical, and clinical positions. Dr. Booze serves on NIH Study Sections and as Associate Editor for multiple neuroscience journals. Her Behavioral Neuroscience laboratory investigates novel therapeutic approaches for brain dysfunction, with regular meetings and conference presentations. Current projects examine neurorestorative compounds and their effects on cognitive performance.

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Elizabeth A. Fucichمشاهده پروفایل

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Tulane UniversityUnited States

Elizabeth A. Fucich, Ph.D., is a Professor of Neuroscience at Tulane University's School of Science & Engineering. Her research focuses on the neurobiological mechanisms underlying psychiatric disorders such as depression, PTSD, and alcohol use disorder. She investigates comorbid conditions (stress, traumatic brain injury), shared pathophysiological features (prefrontal cortex/amygdala dysfunction), and therapeutic mechanisms of behavioral treatments. Education: Ph.D., 2017, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Her work explores how trauma and substance misuse interact with brain systems, particularly the endocannabinoid system's role in neuroprotection and behavioral adaptation. Recent studies examine synaptic plasticity post-traumatic brain injury, alcohol use comorbidity, and prefrontal cortex dysfunction in stress-related disorders. Publications highlight cross-disciplinary approaches to understanding neurological and psychiatric comorbidities, with implications for developing novel therapeutic strategies targeting endocannabinoid signaling and extinction-based therapies.

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Georgia Gregoriouمشاهده پروفایل

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University of CreteGreece

Dr. Georgia Gregoriou is a Professor of Physiology at the University of Crete Medical School and Collaborating Researcher at the Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (FORTH). Her research examines the neural mechanisms of perceptual and cognitive functions, particularly how attention modulates neural activity across cortical networks. Her work focuses on the temporal structure of neuronal activity and its role in forming functional networks during attention tasks. Recent publications investigate how prefrontal and parietal cortices encode attentional priorities and control distraction through diverse neuronal activity patterns. Dr. Gregoriou's laboratory employs electrophysiological recording techniques in primate models to study long-range neural coupling and synchronization during cognitive tasks. Her research has demonstrated how high-frequency oscillations facilitate communication between prefrontal and visual cortical areas during attention.

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