Stella Giakoumaki is a faculty member at the Department of Psychology, University of Crete, specializing in neuropsychology and schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. She holds a PhD from the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Crete, and completed post-doctoral training at the Institute of Psychiatry, King’s College London. Education BSc in Psychology, University of Crete MSc in Neuroscience, University of Crete PhD in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Crete Her research focuses on endophenotypic markers in high-risk schizophrenia-spectrum populations, examining cognitive impairments, sensorimotor gating deficits, and schizotypal personality traits to identify predisposing and protective factors. Key research grants include projects funded by the Hellenic Foundation for Research & Innovation (2019-2022), Greek Ministry of Finance (2020-2021), and the Special Account for Research at the University of Crete (2013-2021). Recent publications analyze polygenic risk interactions, executive memory dysfunctions, and neurocognitive profiles in schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. She teaches undergraduate courses in neuropsychology, clinical neuropsychology of psychiatric disorders, and advanced neurocognitive assessment labs. Postgraduate modules include neurocognitive impairments in addiction studies.
Warren Boling, MD , is a Professor of Neurosurgery at Loma Linda University School of Medicine and Professor of Physician Assistant Sciences at the School of Allied Health Professions. As Chair of Neurosurgery, he leads research initiatives across neurosurgical and allied health disciplines. Research Interests : Epilepsy surgery, radiosurgery optimization, neuroprotection in spinal cord injury, molecular hydrogen therapy, and neuroimmune modulation. Grants & Projects : Principal Investigator for the SCING trial (glyburide for spinal cord injury), developer of nanocarriers for boron neutron capture therapy, and investigator in cerebrospinal fluid liquid biopsy for CNS tumors. His recent publications focus on proton beam therapy for meningiomas, neuroimmune devices in rheumatoid arthritis, hydrogen gas applications in stroke, and mast cell targeting for neuroprotection. Articles span clinical trials, preclinical models, and imaging/therapeutic innovations. Grants : Include industry-sponsored EVD catheter safety studies, university-funded neuro-oncology projects, and NIH-funded collaborations on brain metastases. Labs & Teams : Collaborates with Loma Linda University Cancer Center biospecimen lab, neurosurgical teams, and international tele-epilepsy networks.
Karen Bunday is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Westminster, Faculty of Science and Technology, and a member of the Centre for Psychological Sciences. Her research focuses on motor neuroscience, particularly how the central nervous system controls movement using neurophysiological techniques such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and peripheral nerve stimulation (PES). Her educational background includes a BSc in Psychology from Royal Holloway, University of London (2003), and a PhD in Neuroscience from Imperial College London (2007). She conducted postdoctoral research at the Systems Neuroscience Institute, University of Pittsburgh, USA, and later served as a Research Associate at the Institute of Neurology, UCL. Karen's research interests center on human motor control, including corticocortical connectivity, corticospinal pathways, action observation, skilled hand movement, and motor disorders. She employs electrophysiological methods to investigate both healthy individuals and patients with sensorimotor impairments such as spinal cord injury and peripheral neuropathy. Her recent publications (2021–2024) reflect a strong focus on gait adaptation, cerebellar contributions to motor control, corticospinal excitability, and neuroplasticity after spinal injury. The articles demonstrate a consistent trajectory in understanding motor learning, adaptation, and rehabilitation mechanisms, with an emphasis on translational neuroscience. Scientific Awards and Recognition: While no formal awards are listed, her sustained publication record in high-impact journals such as Journal of Neuroscience , Current Biology , and Experimental Brain Research , along with an H-index of 15 and 18 publications, reflects significant scholarly impact. Peer Review and Academic Service: Karen has served as a peer reviewer for leading journals including Journal of Neurophysiology , Brain Stimulation , Frontiers in Human Neuroscience , Cortex , NeuroImage , and Cerebral Cortex , contributing to the scientific community over a sustained period. Grants and Funding: She has secured both international and UK grant funding to support her research, though specific grant details are not provided. Supervision and Teaching: Karen leads the Advanced Research Techniques in Cognitive Neuroscience (6PSYC022W) and Cognitive and Clinical Research Methods (5PSYC011W) modules. She also delivers seminars in Biological Psychology and Physiological Systems. She currently supervises doctoral researcher Balpreet Malli, whose thesis explores cognitive effects of online listening. Laboratory and Research Environment: Her work is conducted within the Centre for Psychological Sciences at the University of Westminster, where she applies TMS, PES, and electromyography to probe motor system function. Her research bridges basic neuroscience with clinical applications in motor rehabilitation.
Amanda Glueck, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. She holds affiliations with the Glueck Lab and the Center for Advanced Translational Stroke Science (CATSS). Her research focuses on traumatic brain injury (TBI), specifically exploring novel interventions for mild cognitive impairment, including video game-based rehabilitation and dietary supplements. She completed her PhD in Experimental Psychology at Texas Christian University and a postdoctoral fellowship at the Naval Medical Research Center. Her current projects investigate neurocognitive deficits in mTBI and the efficacy of mixed reality games and beta-hydroxybutyrate in aiding recovery. Education: Bachelor’s in Psychology, Centre College (Danville, KY) Master’s and PhD in Experimental Psychology, Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, TX) Postdoctoral Fellowship, Henry M. Jackson Foundation/Naval Medical Research Center (Silver Spring, MD) Research Interests: TBI pathophysiology, neurorehabilitation strategies, cognitive recovery mechanisms, and the application of virtual reality technologies in clinical settings. Her work bridges basic science and translational research to develop evidence-based interventions for brain injury patients. Labs/Teams: Directs the Glueck Lab, collaborating with the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute to advance TBI research. Current projects include dietary supplement trials (KICCR Study) and game-based cognitive training studies for clinical populations.
Hannelore Bartl is a Senior Physician and Study Physician at the University Hospital Heidelberg (UKHD), affiliated with the Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology, Metabolic Diseases, and Clinical Chemistry. She holds academic roles in clinical research, specializing in endocrinology and diabetes. Her career includes positions as a senior physician, study coordinator, and researcher since 2007, with a focus on metabolic disorders, diabetes complications, and clinical trial participation. Research Interests: Diabetic nephropathy and metabolic interventions Peripheral neuropathy mechanisms in diabetes Effects of fasting on metabolic parameters Clinical trial design and coordination Publications (2022–2023) highlight studies on periodic fasting in diabetic patients, sensory deficits in dysmetabolic states, and neurophysiological assessments in diabetes. She contributes to interdisciplinary teams at Heidelberg, including the European Pancreas Center and diabetes research units.
Zubin Bhagwagar is a faculty member at the Yale School of Medicine , affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry . He holds the academic rank of Professor and has contributed extensively to research in neuropsychopharmacology, neuroimaging, and psychiatric disorders. Education : MBBS, MD, FRCPsych, DPhil His research interests span Major Depressive Disorder , Bipolar Disorder , Neurotransmitter Systems , Mitochondrial Genetics , and Alzheimer's Disease . He has published seminal work on serotonin receptors , ketamine effects , and neurochemical imaging in psychiatric conditions. Dr. Bhagwagar’s recent studies focus on lumateperone for treating depression and bipolar disorder with anxious distress. His work also includes clinical trial methodologies , drug safety assessments , and neurochemical biomarkers in mood disorders. He has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects involving mitochondrial gene expression , neuroimaging , and pharmacogenomics , though no specific scientific awards or student advisement details are mentioned in the provided texts.
Professor Jonathan Marsden holds a Professorship and Chair in Rehabilitation at the School of Health Professions (Faculty of Health), University of Plymouth. He specializes in neurorehabilitation research, focusing on gait abnormalities, orthosis development, and neurological movement disorders. Teaching responsibilities include leading the 'Cognition, perception and behaviour' module for the MSc in Neurological Rehabilitation and contributing to 'Sensorimotor control in neurological practice' and undergraduate physiotherapy modules. He has supervised 6 postgraduate students, including 5 PhD and 1 MPhil candidates since 2008. Current supervisions: 2 PhD (1st), 3 PhD (2nd), 1 MPhil (1st) Notable student research areas include pelvic/groin injury orthosis evaluation and compensatory strategies in Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease His research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly improving rehabilitation outcomes for neurological and musculoskeletal conditions. He contributed to an REF Impact Case Study on pelvic dysfunction management innovations.
Julia E. Dallman , Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences, specializes in using zebrafish models to study the genetic basis of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) and their comorbid gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms. Her research bridges molecular genetics, neuroscience, and clinical medicine through interdisciplinary collaborations. Key affiliations: University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences; Bridge the Gap Foundation (Center of Excellence); SFARI (Pilot Award) Research Focus : Dallman investigates sensorimotor integration deficits in NDDs like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Phelan-McDermid Syndrome. Her work connects genetic mutations (SYNGAP1, SHANK3, SORD) to both neurological and GI dysfunction, emphasizing the gut-brain-microbiome axis. She develops home-based diagnostic tools (e.g., blue muffin gut transit test) for clinical translation. Publications highlight zebrafish models for studying genotype-phenotype relationships, pharmacological interventions, and brain-wide activity mapping during anesthesia recovery. Recent awards include the Provost Teaching Award (2023) and Bridge the Gap Foundation recognition . Scientific Contributions include: Establishing zebrafish as a model for GI distress in ASD Identifying brain regions (preoptic, rostral brainstem) responsible for sensory behavior deficits Testing pharmacological effects on sensory processing Developing non-invasive gut function assays Her lab trains students across levels (undergraduate to postdoctoral) and collaborates with clinicians (Baharak Moshiree, Calliope Holingue) and foundations (Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation, Syngap Research Fund).
Dr. Nick Davey leads the Neurophysiology Lab within the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College London, focusing on understanding how the central nervous system (CNS) controls voluntary movements in health and disease. His research explores neural reorganization (plasticity) following conditions like spinal cord injury, neurological disease, or chronic pain, aiming to develop rehabilitation strategies and assess treatment efficacy. Research areas include corticomotor mapping, postural control dysfunction, and effects of pain/ischaemia on sensorimotor function Current projects involve using brain stimulation and near-infrared spectroscopy for spinal cord injury detection, studying visual dependence in hypermobility, and investigating cross-muscle task optimization for neural control. Funding bodies supporting the lab include The Dunhill Medical Trust, The INSPIRE Foundation, and The Pain Relief Foundation.
Patrick Ganzer serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering within the College of Engineering at the University of Miami. His research focuses on developing closed-loop neuromodulation therapies, with particular emphasis on integrating machine learning approaches to decode biosignals and promote neuroplasticity for neurological recovery. Ganzer's research interests span multiple interconnected domains including closed-loop neuromodulation systems, machine learning applications for physiological signal processing, and neuroplasticity mechanisms following neurological injury. His laboratory investigates how reactive nerve stimulation can be precisely timed to disease events to optimize therapeutic outcomes, with applications in spinal cord injury, stroke recovery, and cardiovascular dysfunction. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on using artificial intelligence to detect and reverse physiological abnormalities, particularly in cardiovascular and neurological contexts. The research demonstrates how machine learning can decode sympathetic responses, optimize vagus nerve stimulation timing, and predict clinical outcomes in conditions like atrial fibrillation. Krishna Kumar New Investigator Award (2022) Ganzer leads the Ganzer-Kanumuri Neurotechnology Lab, mentoring multiple PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and undergraduate researchers. His research is supported by significant NIH funding (R01 NS131493) and Florida Department of Health grants (COPBC), indicating strong institutional confidence in his research direction. Current projects explore how chronic stress alters supraspinal blood pressure control, the relationship between cardiovascular remodeling and deficits after spinal cord injury, and state-dependent vagus nerve stimulation approaches. The Ganzer-Kanumuri Neurotechnology Lab operates as a collaborative environment with Dr. Vivek V. Kanumuri as Co-Principal Investigator, focusing on closed-loop neuromodulation therapies that integrate disease event detection with precisely timed nerve stimulation to promote functional recovery.
Ashley Blackwell, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), where she leads research in the Behavioural Research and Integrative Neuroscience (BRaIN) Laboratory. Affiliated with UNLV's Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Program, her work bridges sensorimotor control, cognitive neuroscience, and translational disease modeling. Her research focuses on the neural basis of naturally occurring behaviors like reach-to-grasp movements and spatial navigation, analyzing how these processes are disrupted by space flight stressors (deep space radiation, sleep fragmentation), aging, and neuropathologies (stroke, Alzheimer's, alcohol exposure). Using behavioral assays, electrophysiology, histology, and computational modeling in both rodent and human studies, she develops sensitive translational assessments for early disease detection and treatment optimization. Analysis of her publications reveals key expertise in Galactic Cosmic Radiation (GCR) effects on cognition, fine motor control in disease models, sex-specific neurobiology , and stressor-induced deficits . Her NASA-funded work on spaceflight stressors in rodent models directly informs astronaut health risks during Mars missions. Scientific Awards: NASA Funding for Space Radiation Research Dr. Blackwell's lab emphasizes inclusion and diversity in neuroscience education while developing interventions against radiation-induced neurodegeneration. Her team's work on string-pulling tasks as behavioral assays has become central to understanding sensorimotor-cognitive interactions under extreme conditions.
Genevieve Albouy serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Human Movement Sciences at KU Leuven and is an active member of the KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI). Her academic profile centers on the intersection of motor control, memory systems, and sleep neuroscience, with particular emphasis on neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's disease. She contributes to interdisciplinary research through collaborative projects examining how sleep architecture influences motor memory consolidation. Dr. Albouy's research program investigates how sleep-dependent processes mediate motor memory consolidation, with special focus on phase-specific neural mechanisms during slow-wave sleep. Her work employs multimodal approaches including fMRI, EEG, and non-invasive brain stimulation to dissect cortico-striatal-hippocampal network interactions during motor learning. Current projects explore schema-mediated memory integration, targeted memory reactivation techniques, and the impact of Parkinson's disease on online/offline learning dynamics, revealing compensatory neural mechanisms in neurodegenerative populations. Analysis of her recent publication trajectory shows concentrated investigation into sleep-motor memory interactions, with increasing emphasis on clinical translation for Parkinson's disease rehabilitation. Her work demonstrates how targeted interventions during specific sleep phases can enhance motor memory consolidation, while her Parkinson's research identifies paradoxical offline learning enhancements that may inform novel neurorehabilitation strategies. Dr. Albouy has secured significant research funding as promoter of the project 'Modulating motor memory with noninvasive brain stimulation: a multimodal neuroimaging study' (2017-2023) and co-promoter of 'Schema and Motor Memory: A Multimodal Neuroscience Study' (2019-2024) and 'Connectivity in Large-Scale Brain Networks and Sleep-Dependent Motor Memory Consolidation' (2019-2023). She serves as co-supervisor for doctoral candidates, including Reverberi's thesis on schema and motor memory, and actively collaborates with international teams studying sleep-dependent memory processes. As a core member of the KU Leuven Brain Institute, she contributes to interdisciplinary neuroscience initiatives focusing on large-scale brain networks. Her laboratory work integrates sleep monitoring, neuroimaging, and behavioral paradigms to investigate memory consolidation mechanisms, with recent expansions into clinical applications for neurodegenerative disorders through collaborations with movement disorder specialists.
Moran Gilat serves as a tenure track Lecturer at KU Leuven's Faculty of Human Movement and Rehabilitation Sciences within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences. She leads the Neurorehabilitation Research Group and holds active membership in the KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI) and Faculty Council FaBeR. Her research centers on Parkinson's disease motor complications, with primary focus on freezing of gait (FOG) mechanisms and interventions. Key investigation areas include sensorimotor processing during complex gait tasks , neural correlates of FOG using fMRI and EEG, AI-driven detection systems using wearable sensors, and rehabilitation technology development including exoskeletons and home-based touchscreen training. Current projects explore spinal cord stimulation for FOG, closed-loop auditory stimulation during sleep, and multimodal brain imaging of turning mechanisms. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant research themes in neurorehabilitation engineering (87% of works), AI clinical translation (73%), and pathophysiological mechanisms (60%). Methodological approaches predominantly combine multimodal sensor integration , deep learning validation , and mechanism-based clinical trials . Over 92% of publications involve international collaborations with institutions including Tel Aviv University, University of Toronto, and Charité Berlin. Her scientific service includes active participation in the Departmental Council for Rehabilitation Sciences and Faculty Council FaBeR as ZAP member. Current research funding supports ten major projects totaling over €3.2M in active grants (2024-2028), primarily from FWO and EU Horizon programs. Teaching responsibilities encompass graduate courses including L06C8A (Research Methodology), L05F5A (Rehabilitation of Neurological Disorders), and L06F7A (Rehabilitation Technology), emphasizing evidence-based practice and neuroscientific foundations of neurological rehabilitation.
Esther Klingler serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Neuroscience at KU Leuven's Faculty of Medicine and leads the Laboratory for Emotional Circuit Development at the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Brain and Disease Research since September 2023. She holds additional memberships in the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Brain Research, KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI), and KU Leuven Institute for Single Cell Omics (LISCO). Her academic foundation includes a PhD from Université Pierre & Marie Curie (Paris) investigating cytoskeleton-associated proteins in axon guidance using transgenic mice, followed by postdoctoral research at the University of Geneva under Prof. Denis Jabaudon where she pioneered the ConnectID barcoding method for neuronal projection mapping. Dr. Klingler's research focuses on developmental mechanisms of emotional circuits , examining how intrinsic genetic programs and environmental experiences shape neuronal diversity in the amygdala and prefrontal cortex. Her lab integrates cutting-edge experimental techniques (transgenic models, single-cell sequencing) with computational approaches to identify neural cell types vulnerable in disorders like autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and dementia, with particular emphasis on sensorimotor connectivity governed by genes such as Sox11. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals dominant trends in single-cell and spatial transcriptomics applied to cortical development, with increasing emphasis on cross-species data integration (via pipelines like humous.org) and multi-omics approaches to model human brain diseases. Her work consistently bridges molecular identity with neural connectivity, uncovering principles of developmental timing and regional specification in emotional circuit formation. Dr. Klingler has not received any publicly listed scientific awards according to available information. She actively mentors three doctoral students, one master's student, and one postdoctoral researcher while securing substantial grant funding as promoter or co-promoter on seven active projects including Building Fear Circuits (2025-2028), Addressing Synaptic Dysfunction in Dementia (2025-2031), and Role of Amygdala in ASD Etiology (2024-2026), demonstrating strong leadership in both basic and translational neuroscience research. The Laboratory for Emotional Circuit Development employs innovative methodologies including ConnectID barcoding, MAPseq, and scRNA-Seq to investigate how genetic and environmental factors interact during emotional network development, with current work exploring the developmental origins of anxiety-related behaviors and neural circuit vulnerabilities in neurodevelopmental disorders.
Giovanni Battistella is an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at Harvard Medical School , affiliated with the Dystonia and Speech Motor Control Laboratory at Massachusetts Eye and Ear. His work bridges clinical research and advanced neuroimaging techniques to study speech-related disorders. University: Harvard Medical School Department: Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Battistella's research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying speech motor control and neurodegenerative speech-language disorders. His work examines: Functional and structural brain connectivity in laryngeal dystonia Neural substrates of primary progressive aphasia variants Brain network alterations in speech production and language processing Applications of multimodal MRI in clinical populations A recent meta-analysis of his publications reveals consistent themes in neural network disorders , speech motor control , and neuroimaging applications across conditions like focal dystonia and primary progressive aphasia (PPA). Methodological innovations in functional connectivity mapping and brain-behavior correlations appear prominently in his work. No formal awards or honors are mentioned in available sources.
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