Dr. Ke Li is a Visiting Researcher at the School of Engineering, Lancaster University. Their research focuses on perception, cognitive neuroscience, and virtual reality applications. Contact: k.li16@lancaster.ac.uk
Prof. Dr. Bedrettin Akova serves as a full-time Professor in the Department of Sports Medicine at Bursa Uludag University Faculty of Medicine. He previously held two terms as Deputy Chief Physician of Bursa Uludağ University Hospital (2008-2015, 2019-2024) and chairs the Ministry of Health's Sports Medicine Specialization Curriculum Committee since 2010. Education: Bursa Boys High School (1987) M.D., Bursa Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine (1993) Sports Medicine Specialist Training, Bursa Uludağ University (1993-1998) Research Focus: His work centers on sports injury mechanisms and regenerative therapies, with emphasis on pediatric/adolescent sports trauma , knee biomechanics , and stem cell applications for musculoskeletal repair. He integrates sensorimotor control analysis with eccentric exercise protocols to address tendinopathies and athletic heart adaptations. Professional Leadership: A member of the Turkish Sports Medicine Association (1995-present; board 2006-2010) and American College of Sports Medicine (2000-present), he presided over the 2011 National Sports Medicine Congress in Bursa. His 85+ publications reflect expertise in sports traumatology rehabilitation, supported by advisory roles for 7 theses.
Jolien Gooijers is a Lecturer at the Department of Human Movement Sciences within the Faculty of Human Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences at KU Leuven . Her research focuses on motor control, neuroplasticity, aging, and sports neuroscience, with a strong emphasis on sensorimotor adaptation, stroke rehabilitation, and brain injury mechanisms. Co-promotor of the Next Generation Prosthetics project (2025-2029) Promotor of ROBUST+ (2024-2028) and Witte stof projects (2021-2027) Her recent work explores: Age-related cerebellar resilience in motor tasks White matter microstructure in bimanual coordination Neurological consequences of repetitive head impacts in youth soccer Lesion network mapping for stroke outcome prediction She contributes to courses in motor learning, neurophysiology, and sports training at KU Leuven.
Jutta Billino serves as Associate Professor in the Department of General Psychology at the Faculty of Psychology and Sports Science, Justus Liebig University Giessen, where she has held academic positions since 2008. Her research examines interindividual differences in visual perception and sensorimotor control across the adult lifespan, with particular focus on how sensory, motor, cognitive, and motivational processes interact in healthy aging and neurological conditions. Her academic background includes a Diploma in Psychology from Justus Liebig University Giessen and University of Utah (1992-1998), state certification as Psychological Psychotherapist (1999-2002), Clinical Neuropsychology certification (1999-2005), and PhD (Dr. rer. nat.) from JLU Giessen in 2009. Her doctoral work investigated motion processing pathways in humans under Prof. Karl Gegenfurtner. Professor Billino's research program explores visual perception and sensorimotor control through behavioral experiments with healthy adults and neurological patients. Her work reveals how aging affects visual confidence, tactile suppression during movement, and multisensory integration, demonstrating that cognitive control capacities mediate age-related differences. Current projects examine memory for unexpected objects in real-world scenes and cross-modal metacognition, highlighting preserved abilities in older adults through compensatory mechanisms. Recent publications (2018-2023) show consistent focus on aging and perception, with key contributions in visual confidence mechanisms, sensorimotor predictions, and multisensory integration. Her work spans experimental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and clinical neuropsychology, frequently employing eye-tracking, behavioral paradigms, and patient studies to uncover lifespan trajectories in perceptual processing. Her scientific recognition includes: DFG Graduate College Fellowship (2004-2008) in 'Neuronal Representation and Action Control' As academic supervisor, she guides PhD candidates in perceptual aging research and secures third-party funding for her laboratory investigations. Her teaching integrates clinical neuropsychology with experimental methods, reflecting her dual expertise in research and clinical practice. She maintains active collaborations across European institutions, particularly in motion perception and aging research networks. Professor Billino leads a research group within the Department of General Psychology focused on visual perception across the lifespan. Her team employs behavioral testing, eye-tracking, and patient studies to investigate how sensory, motor, and cognitive processes interact during aging. Current projects examine confidence calibration in multisensory tasks and neural mechanisms underlying preserved perceptual abilities in older adults, with implications for healthy aging interventions.
Kathleen M. Kantak is a Full Professor in the Department of Psychology at Boston University, where she founded and directs the Laboratory of Behavioral Neuroscience. She holds concurrent affiliations with BU's Center for Neuroscience, Interdisciplinary Programs in Neuroscience, Bimolecular Pharmacology Training Program, and Transformative Training Program in Addiction Science. Additionally, she serves as a Lecturer in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, collaborating with the New England Primate Research Center. Her research focuses on cognitive mechanisms in addiction , employing translational animal models to study: Drug-seeking behavior regulation by memory systems Neurocognitive impacts of cocaine/ADHD comorbidity Cue-exposure therapy protocols for relapse prevention Pharmacological and environmental interventions (e.g., cognitive enhancers, environmental enrichment) She has maintained continuous NIH/NIDA grant funding since 1987 for addiction therapeutics development. Recent publications (2020-2024) emphasize: Cocaine relapse mechanisms and sex-specific treatment responses ADHD modeling in rodent strains and medication efficacy Translational frameworks integrating data science Neurocognitive consequences of adolescent vs. adult drug exposure Dr. Kantak mentors through BU's neuroscience graduate programs and collaborates extensively with neurobiologists and clinicians to bridge preclinical findings with human addiction treatment.
Dr. Cristina Colón-Semenza serves as Assistant Professor in the Physical Therapy Program at the University of Connecticut, leading the Movement for Life Lab. A Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, she brings over a decade of clinical experience primarily from UConn's Nayden Rehabilitation Clinic. Her academic credentials include: PhD in Rehabilitation Science from Boston University Master’s of Physical Therapy from the University of Delaware Bachelor’s of Science from Rutgers College Her research centers on exercise motivation in neurological populations with emphasis on health equity and behavioral interventions . Using social cognitive theory and self-determination theory , she develops community-based programs targeting underrepresented groups with Parkinson disease through mobile health technology and peer coaching , while investigating apathy and effort valuation mechanisms. Publication trends reveal deepening focus on culturally tailored interventions for Parkinson disease, evolving from foundational motor behavior studies to complex digital health trials addressing health disparities and mental health outcomes in neurological rehabilitation. Her distinguished awards include: Boston University Sharon and Robert Ryan Fellow (2018) Boston University Dudley Allen Sargent Research Fund award (2017) World Parkinson Congress Travel Award (2016) UConn Service Learning Faculty Fellow (2013-2014) She mentors students through Neuromuscular Rehabilitation (PT 5456) and Integrated Clinical Experience courses while leading impactful service initiatives: chairing Connecticut APTA's Neurologic Physical Therapy SIG and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, and representing Connecticut in the APTA House of Delegates. The Movement for Life Lab drives innovation in activity promotion for neurological populations through interdisciplinary collaboration with clinicians, community partners, and advocacy organizations including the American Parkinson Disease Association.
Mark Frye is a full Professor in the Department of Integrative Biology & Physiology at the University of California, Los Angeles and Director of the interdepartmental Molecular, Cellular & Integrative Physiology (MCIP) Ph.D. program. An elected member of the Brain Research Institute, he explores the neural basis of flexible behavior using Drosophila melanogaster as a model. Education M.S., Neuroscience – Union College, 1992 Ph.D., Zoology – University of Washington, 2000 Research Focus Dr. Frye’s laboratory integrates neurogenetics , in vivo calcium imaging , and closed-loop virtual-reality flight arenas to dissect how visual, olfactory, and mechanosensory signals are fused in the fly brain to generate robust navigation. Key questions include how object-detecting neurons compute figure–ground discriminations, how neuromodulators such as serotonin bias sensory-motor transformations, and how species-specific visual ecologies shape tracking strategies. Parallel to his neuroethology work, Frye co-leads large-scale translational studies on bipolar disorder , lithium pharmacogenomics , and ketamine therapeutics , bridging cellular circuits to clinical outcomes. Publication Trends Recent articles (2020–2024) emphasize inhibitory micro-circuits governing motion vision, comparative visual ecology across Drosophila species, and neuromodulatory re-weighting of sensory pathways. Earlier work established fundamental algorithms for elementary motion detection and multisensory flight control . Scientific Honors & Awards NIH K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Award (mentored to trainee Giovanni) MCIP Best Student Talk Award – Lesly (2023) Advising & Funding Dr. Frye mentors ~8–10 Ph.D. students and post-doctoral fellows at any given time. Current and recent trainees include Jean-Michel Mongeau (now tenure-track at Penn State), Mehmet Keleş , and incoming MCIP student Ava Bignell . Research is supported by multiple active NIH R01 and U01 grants, including consortium projects on bipolar genomics and ketamine biomarkers. Laboratory & Affiliations The Frye Laboratory occupies ~2,000 sq ft on the 2nd floor of the Terasaki Life Sciences Building (TLSB 2014). It houses custom-built magnetic-tether and free-flight arenas, two-photon microscopes, and high-speed videography rigs. Core affiliations include the Brain Research Institute , Neuroscience GPB Home Area , and the BD² Precision Medicine Initiative .
Dr. Raymond Reynolds is an Associate Professor in the School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Birmingham . His research focuses on the Vestibular System , Sensory-Motor Control , and Postural Sway , with significant work on Ankle Stiffness and Physiological Tremor . 2025: Leading a feasibility study on Electrical Vestibular Stimulation in Children (Birmingham Women's Charitable Funds). 2023-2027: Principal Investigator for A novel diagnostic for vestibular dysfunction (Medical Research Council). 2022-2025: Co-Investigator in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Biomarker Study (Ministry of Defence). His recent publications (2024-2025) explore haptic feedback in balance, bed rest effects on vestibular control, and ankle-calf muscle dynamics . He serves on the Editorial Board of Experimental Physiology since 2017.
Professor Yoshihiro Muraoka at Waseda University's Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Health Science and Welfare, is a leading researcher in biomedical engineering and rehabilitation science. With academic roots at Keio University (Ph.D. in Engineering), he has developed innovative neurorehabilitation technologies including the IVES system and wearable power-assist locomotors. Keio University (1991-2000): Instrumentation Engineering, Biomedical Engineering Academic career spanning multiple institutions including Fujita Health University and National Hospital Organization Murayama Medical Center His research focuses on medical assistive technologies, particularly neuromodulation and biofeedback systems for neurological rehabilitation. Key areas include: Electromyography-controlled stimulation (IVES) Wearable inertial measurement unit applications Spasticity quantification and treatment Hybrid assistive neuromuscular stimulation (HANDS) Smartphone-integrated medical devices Gait analysis system development Recent publications demonstrate his work's emphasis on: Real-time posture estimation using IMUs Motor point stimulation optimization for spasticity reduction Teacher-learner interaction dynamics in motor skill acquisition Low-cost, portable rehabilitation solutions Cortical perfusion modulation during neurorehabilitation Quantitative assessment of physical activity in wheelchair users His 20+ years of clinical research have produced numerous practical applications including: Commercially available IVES stimulators Wearable Power-Assist Locomotor (WPAL) for paraplegic gait Smartphone-connected EMG biofeedback devices Hybrid neuromuscular stimulation therapy systems
Junchul Kim is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto with primary appointment in the Psychology Department and cross-appointment in Cell and Systems Biology. His research focuses on elucidating hippocampal circuits and GABA interneuron functions in anxiety, stress, and memory processes using optogenetic and chemogenetic approaches. PhD in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Simon Fraser University (2005) Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Harvard Medical School (2005-2010) Kim's laboratory investigates two major areas: (1) Functional specialization of hippocampal pathways in emotional and cognitive control, and (2) Distinct roles of PV- and CCK-GABA interneuron subtypes in neural oscillations and behavioral modulation. His work has produced significant insights into hippocampal-prefrontal connectivity and anxiety-related circuitry. Key methodological contributions include developing recombinase-based genetic tools for noninvasive neuron labeling and silencing. Current research explores how specific neural circuits coordinate defensive responses and maintain memory stability across behavioral contexts. The Kim Lab actively trains graduate students in neuroscience research and offers opportunities for postdoctoral fellows. Current students include Cindy Hong, Kendall Mar, Andrew Cheon, Ruth Tran, Stephanie Shishis, and Charlotte Romain, while lab alumni feature notable researchers like Afif Aqrabawi and Paul Whissell.
Gunnar Schmidtmann is an Associate Professor of Optometry and Vision Science at the School of Health Professions, University of Plymouth, where he has been employed since 2017, first as a Lecturer and promoted to Associate Professor in 2021. He holds a PhD in Vision Science from Glasgow Caledonian University and completed postdoctoral research at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. He is actively involved in teaching, research, and supervision, with a focus on visual perception and clinical vision science. Education: PhD in Vision Science, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK (2008–2013) BSc in Optometry, University of Applied Sciences, Lübeck, Germany (2005–2008) Medical School, University of Lübeck, Germany (2001–2005) Research Interests: His research spans visual neuroscience, shape perception, object recognition, visual psychophysics, and face perception. He investigates contour and curvature encoding, spatial and probability summation, peripheral vision, visual illusions, and the visual functions of patients with traumatic brain injury, stroke, and glaucoma. His work combines computational modeling with experimental psychophysics. Publication Trends: His recent articles (2023–2025) focus on sensorimotor aging, tablet-based vision testing, letter identification biases, and visual illusions such as the 'Pint Glass Illusion'. These reflect a strong trend toward developing accessible, quantitative tools for clinical and research use, while maintaining a deep theoretical interest in visual perception mechanisms. Scientific Engagement: Active member and elected committee member of the Applied Vision Association (AVA) Principal contributor to the McGill Face Database for complex mental state recognition Regular presenter at AVA and ECVP conferences Supervision and Grants: He supervises PhD students and is a Co-Investigator on an active NHS-funded project Portable Low-Cost Haptic Interfaces for Motor Injury Assessment (2025–2026). His teaching includes module leadership in Visual Perception, Human Anatomy, and Applied Quantitative Research Methods at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Labs and Teams: He leads research within the Eye and Vision Research Group at the University of Plymouth and collaborates with the Centre for Cognitive Neuroscience at Brunel University London. His lab focuses on psychophysical experiments and computational modeling of visual perception.
Pavan P Ramdya is an Associate Professor at EPFL's School of Life Sciences, affiliated with the Brain Mind Institute and Institute of Bioengineering. He leads the Ramdya Lab, focusing on reverse-engineering Drosophila neural systems to uncover principles of biological intelligence and inform AI/robotics. His interdisciplinary approach combines genetics, computational modeling, and neuroimaging. Education: PhD in Neurobiology from Harvard University (2009) Research spans neuroengineering , motor control , and collective behavior . Key contributions include creating NeuroMechFly (neuromechanical model of Drosophila ), mapping descending/ascending neuron networks , and developing DeepFly3D , LiftPose3D software for behavioral analysis. His work reveals how neural populations in the brain and ventral nerve cord coordinate locomotion and social behaviors. Recent publications focus on hierarchical sensorimotor control (Nature Methods 2024), neural substrates of sociability (bioRxiv 2024), and 3D pose estimation algorithms. The lab secures major grants including Kavli Exploration Awards , SNSF Eccellenza Grants , and HFSP Fellowships . Scientific Awards: Kavli Fellowship, SNSF Eccellenza Grant, HFSP Career Development Award, Wellcome Trust Fellowship, UNIL Young Investigator Award As a PhD program committee member for EDBB and EDNE , he mentors students in computational neuroscience and neuroengineering. His team has trained multiple PhD candidates including Victor Lobato-Rios and Pembe Gizem Ozdil.
Dr. Li-Ann Leow is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Sensorimotor Performance , affiliated with the School of Psychology in the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at the University of Queensland . She holds a PhD in Motor Learning and Parkinson's Disease from the University of Western Australia, and has held postdoctoral positions at the Brain and Mind Institute (Western University) and the University of Queensland. Research Interests : Mechanisms of sensorimotor adaptation Dopamine's role in motor learning Neurostimulation techniques (tDCS) Rhythm perception and movement disorders Implicit vs explicit learning processes Motor rehabilitation in stroke and Parkinson's Article Trends show focus on neural plasticity , auditory-motor integration , and dopaminergic modulation of motor skills. Her 2025 works highlight error-driven memory consolidation and auditory cueing effects . She explores how brain stimulation reliability affects procedural learning and decision-making in both healthy and clinical populations. Scientific Awards : Honorary Fellow, School of Psychology, University of Queensland Advisory Activities : Available for supervision in motor learning and reward-based movement research Completed supervision of projects on stroke rehabilitation and implicit motor learning
Wilson Truccolo is the Pablo J. Salame Goldman Sachs Associate Professor of Computational Neuroscience at Brown University's Carney Institute for Brain Science. His research focuses on understanding how human brain function emerges from collective neural dynamics and how neurological disorders like epilepsy result when these dynamics become pathological. He studies neural activity at multiple scales, from single neurons to large-scale brain networks. Truccolo's research interests center on collective neural dynamics, computational neuroscience, epilepsy, neuroengineering, statistical neuroscience, and theoretical neuroscience. His work integrates advanced computational methods with experimental neuroscience to model and understand brain function and dysfunction. He particularly investigates how neural networks generate normal brain activity and how this activity becomes pathological during epileptic seizures. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on seizure dynamics, neural network modeling, and brain-computer interfaces. His research shows consistent emphasis on understanding the computational principles underlying neural activity, with applications to both fundamental neuroscience and clinical problems like epilepsy. His work frequently involves collaboration with clinical researchers to translate computational findings into potential therapeutic approaches. Truccolo has received significant research funding, including an NIH NINDS R01 grant as Principal Investigator. His research has been published in high-impact journals including Nature Scientific Reports, PLoS Computational Biology, The Lancet Neurology, and Nature Communications. He teaches NEUR 2110 - Statistical Neuroscience at Brown University, reflecting his expertise in quantitative approaches to understanding brain function. His research program involves developing sophisticated computational models to analyze neural data across multiple spatial and temporal scales.
Li-Qun Zhang is a Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science and Department of Orthopaedics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and Professor in Bioengineering at the University of Maryland, College Park. His research focuses on rehabilitation robotics and neurorehabilitation for stroke survivors and children with cerebral palsy, with over 150 peer-reviewed publications spanning sensorimotor impairment diagnosis, movement training, and outcome evaluation. Education: B.S. from Tsinghua University, Beijing, China M.S. and Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, USA Postdoctoral training in rehabilitation at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Research Focus: Professor Zhang's work centers on developing intelligent rehabilitation devices and protocols for movement impairments. His laboratory investigates reflex and non-reflex factors in spasticity across multiple anatomical levels (multi-joint, single-joint, muscle fascicle) and explores musculoskeletal injury mechanisms. Key innovations include wearable ankle robots for acute stroke rehabilitation and real-time biomechanical assessment systems for knee osteoarthritis. Publication Trends: Recent work (2023-2017) demonstrates increasing integration of robotics with clinical rehabilitation, particularly in multi-joint proprioception assessment for stroke, wearable devices for in-bed acute stroke care, and spasticity characterization in cerebral palsy. His research consistently bridges biomechanical analysis with practical clinical translation. Awards: No scientific awards were explicitly mentioned in the source material. Research Leadership: As director of the Neuromechanics Laboratory, Zhang leads translational research efforts that convert laboratory findings into clinical rehabilitation protocols. His mentorship has produced extensive collaborative work with clinicians across orthopaedics and neurology, though specific student names and grant details were not provided in the source text. Laboratory Focus: The Neuromechanics Laboratory specializes in developing intelligent rehabilitation devices, with current emphasis on real-time feedback systems for gait training, ultrasound-based muscle assessment, and medical device innovation for neurological and orthopaedic rehabilitation.