جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Carina de Klerkمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Social Cognition
• Action Understanding
• Imitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Carina de Klerk is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the University of Essex. Her research focuses on social cognition, action understanding, and imitation in infants and toddlers, with a particular emphasis on brain mechanisms underlying these abilities. She holds a PhD in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience from Birkbeck College, University of London, and completed a master’s degree at Leiden University. Her work investigates facial mimicry development using EMG and fNIRS technologies, and explores how perceptual-motor couplings influence infants’ ability to predict others’ actions. She has secured grants including a Marie Curie fellowship and awards from the Cognitive Neuroscience Society. Her teaching roles include leading courses on psychology projects, numerical methods in cognitive neuroscience, and developmental theories. Dr. de Klerk’s research has addressed topics such as face processing in children at risk for autism, the role of sensorimotor experience in imitation, and inhibitory control in infants. She currently supervises PhD students researching empathy-aggression relationships and inhibitory control in early childhood. Recent grants include studies on infant body representations and the development of facial mimicry. Her lab, the Essex Babylab, focuses on multisensory experience and parent-infant relationships, with publications in journals like Cortex , Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience , and Proceedings of the Royal Society B .

• Physiotherapy
• Rehabilitation
• Motor Control
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Katrijn KLINGELS is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences , Hasselt University , Belgium. Her work centers on Motivational Control , Developmental Neuroscience , and Pediatric Rehabilitation , with a focus on neurodevelopmental disorders like Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Coordination Disorder . Supervision of 11 ongoing doctorates, including studies on balance control heterogeneity , intensive balance training , and somatosensory deficits in children with motor disorders. Leadership roles in the OMT Bachelor ReKi program and the Examination Board for Rehabilitation Sciences. Her research integrates brain imaging , neuromechanics , and functional assessments to understand motor impairments and design targeted therapies. Current projects include CO-OP interventions for autism , ICP-Move implementation for intellectual disabilities, and muscle fatigue studies in cerebral palsy. She teaches courses like Evidence-Based Clinical Reasoning and Advanced Pediatric Rehabilitation .

Wendy Huddlestonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Visual Attention
• Motor Attention
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Wendy Huddleston is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her research focuses on the cortical mechanisms underlying motor selection during visually guided goal-directed behavior, particularly the interaction between visual attention, motor attention, and cognitive neuroscience. She directs the Visuomotor Lab and serves as a mentor in the Rehabilitation Science and Technology graduate programs. She utilizes functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and psychophysical testing to study sensory processing for movement preparation. Her funded projects include investigations into individual differences in attentional mapping, cross-modal attention mechanisms, and the neurophysiological basis of movement variability. Collaborations extend to the Medical College of Wisconsin and the Center for Imaging Research. Huddleston's professional affiliations include the American Physical Therapy Association, Society for Neuroscience, Center for Imaging Research (MCW), and the Evidence-Based Practice Institute. Her work bridges rehabilitation science, biomechanics, and cognitive neuroscience to advance understanding of sensorimotor integration.

Melanie Wilkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Neurology
• Neural Mechanisms of Perception
• Visual Consciousness
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Melanie Wilke is a leading figure in cognitive neurology at the University Medical Center Göttingen, where she serves as Director of the Department of Cognitive Neurology and Head of the MR Research Unit. She is also a Co-Investigator in the 'Decision and Awareness' group at the German Primate Center. Her work bridges human and non-human primate neuroscience to investigate the neural basis of perception, awareness, and movement planning. Her research focuses on understanding how distributed neural activity supports spatial awareness and decision-making. Key areas include thalamocortical interactions, neural mechanisms of spatial neglect, and translational models of cognitive disorders. She employs multimodal methods such as fMRI, electrophysiology, brain stimulation (tACS, tDCS, TMS), and inactivation techniques in both human and monkey models. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on visual consciousness, neural connectivity, and sensorimotor integration. Her work frequently explores the role of the pulvinar and parietal cortex in attention and awareness, using innovative paradigms including no-report tasks and microstimulation. There is a clear translational trajectory from basic mechanisms to clinical applications in stroke and Parkinson’s disease. Fellows Award for Excellence in Biomedical Research, National Institutes of Health, USA (2008) Prof. Wilke leads a dynamic research group and mentors students within several graduate programs, including Systems Neuroscience and the International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS). Her team conducts cutting-edge research using advanced imaging and stimulation techniques. She has secured long-term support through the Herman and Lilly Schilling Foundation Professorship (2011–2022) and continues to lead major projects in cognitive neurology and brain network dynamics. Her laboratory, embedded in the Heart & Brain Center Göttingen, fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and focuses on developing novel therapeutic interventions for cognitive deficits following brain injury. The MR Research Unit under her leadership is central to advancing non-invasive brain imaging and stimulation in both research and clinical contexts.

Qiushi Fuمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuromuscular Control
• Human-Robot Interaction
• Biomechanics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Qiushi Fu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Central Florida, focusing on neuromuscular control, human-robot interaction, and biomechanics. His work leverages assistive and rehabilitation technologies to improve motor function and performance. Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering – Arizona State University M.S. in Mechanical Engineering – State University of New York at Buffalo B.S. in Automation – Tsinghua University Research interests include sensorimotor learning, bioinspired robotics, and rehabilitation prosthetics, integrating neuroscience, robotics, and machine learning. His recent publications emphasize adaptive control in dexterous manipulation, haptic communication, and wearable rehabilitation devices. Fu leads a multidisciplinary lab advancing human movement through technology, with applications in stroke recovery and prosthetic design. His work demonstrates trends in machine learning integration for neural decoding, bioinspired exoskeletons, and collaborative human-robot systems. Though no specific awards are listed, his research has been published in high-impact journals like Frontiers in Neurorobotics and Journal of Neuroscience .

Sandy Brauerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Motor Control
• Neurorehabilitation
• Aging
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Sandy Brauer, Deputy Executive Dean at The University of Queensland's Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences, is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation, aging, and balance disorders. Her work focuses on improving postural control, gait, and physical activity in stroke survivors and individuals with neurological conditions. Executive Leadership: Deputy Executive Dean, Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences Research Center: Director of Centre for Neurorehabilitation, Ageing and Balance Research Her research addresses impaired postural control's devastating impacts, developing physiotherapy techniques and cost-effectiveness analyses for clinical translation. Current themes include: Post-stroke physical activity recovery Dual-task training for Parkinson's patients Community mobility challenges SMART Arm device for stroke rehabilitation Hospital fall prevention Professor Brauer's recent work explores digital health implementations, machine learning for rehabilitation outcomes, and sensory impairments in neurological populations. She actively supervises PhD candidates in movement science and biomechanics. Key affiliations include: Queensland University Technology collaborations Sonova AG research on hearing-loss balance issues NHMRC and ARC funded projects

Andrew Nordinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biomechanics
• Neural Engineering
• Neuromechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew Nordin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Houston's Cullen College of Engineering. His research focuses on neuromechanics, neural engineering, and biomechanics of human movement control during gait and locomotion. He holds degrees from Lakehead University (BS, HBK, MS) and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (PhD), with postdoctoral training at the University of Michigan. Previously, he was a Research Assistant Scientist at the University of Florida and an Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University. Dr. Nordin's academic training spans biomechanics, physiology, neural engineering, and signal processing. His lab, the Nordin Neuromechanics Laboratory, develops methods for measuring electrophysiological signals (EEG/EMG) during dynamic movements. Current projects include studying brain-muscle dynamics during obstacle avoidance in virtual reality, bodyweight-supported treadmill walking, and dual-task gait asymmetries in older adults. His research integrates wearable sensors and machine learning to analyze movement biomechanics and neural control in real-world settings. Key areas of focus include neuromuscular adaptation, gait variability, and injury mechanisms. Dr. Nordin collaborates across disciplines to advance wearable technologies for clinical and sports performance applications. His publications emphasize EEG/EMG signal processing innovations to mitigate motion artifacts, and explore how gravitational environments (e.g., low-gravity simulations) affect balance control and cortical activity. Despite prolific publishing, no specific awards are listed in his profile. Lab activities include: 1) Biomechanics & Neural Engineering - hardware validation for mobile EEG/EMG systems; 2) Locomotion Neuromechanics - kinematic/kinetic analysis during walking/running; 3) Applied Neuromechanics - injury prevention strategies using wearable sensors. Office located in SERC 2020 with lab website at nordinlab.com .

Michael P. Barryمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Neuroprosthetics
• Artificial Vision
• Low-Vision Rehabilitation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael P. Barry is the Associate Director for Translational Research and a Senior Research Fellow at the Pritzker Institute of Biomedical Science and Engineering, Illinois Institute of Technology. His work focuses on neuroprosthetic design, artificial vision systems, and low-vision rehabilitation. He earned a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University (2018) and a B.A./M.S. in Neuroscience from the same institution (2010). His research includes pioneering contributions to the Argus II retinal prosthesis and the Intracortical Visual Prosthesis (ICVP), emphasizing psychophysical evaluations and device optimization. Dr. Barry has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles and holds a patent for spatial fitting by percept location tracking (2018). He received the Envision-Atwell Award for Low Vision Research in 2017. Key projects include managing the RES-MATCH program for IIT undergraduates and advancing thermal imaging and distance-filtering systems to enhance prosthetic vision. His work integrates neurophysiological studies, clinical trials, and software development to improve visual perception for blind individuals. Collaborations span academic institutions and industry partners like Second Sight Medical Products. Professional memberships include the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (2010–2020, 2023–2024) and the Society for Neuroscience (2019, 2023). Current research emphasizes optimizing ICVP performance through EEG recordings and electrode stability analysis, while exploring applications in mobility assistance and environmental interaction.

Kristina Backerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Auditory Processing
• Bilingualism and Cognition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kristina Backer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cognitive and Information Sciences at the University of California, Merced. Her research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, auditory processing, and the intersection of sensory systems with higher-order cognition. She employs methods such as EEG, fMRI, and behavioral experiments to investigate topics like bilingualism effects, neuroplasticity in aging, and multisensory integration mechanisms. Her work explores how auditory and visual systems interact, particularly in phenomena such as the McGurk illusion and the continuity illusion in musicians. She also examines how auditory cues influence motor timing and the neural mechanisms underlying attentional modulation in short-term memory. Backer’s studies often involve clinical populations, such as children with cochlear implants and older adults with hearing loss, to understand the cognitive and neurophysiological impacts of sensory deficits. Key research themes include the temporal dynamics of sensory processing, the neural basis of cross-modal perception, and individual differences in cognitive abilities linked to language experience and aging. Her experimental methods emphasize electrophysiological techniques combined with computational modeling to dissect neural correlates of perception and cognition. Backer’s publications highlight advancements in understanding auditory-motor integration, neuroplasticity in bilingualism, and the development of rapid diagnostic tools for sensory pathway assessment. Her research bridges fundamental neuroscience with clinical applications, aiming to improve rehabilitation strategies for auditory and cognitive impairments.

Ying-hui Chouمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Clinical Neuroscience
• Aging
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ying-hui Chou is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology and Director of the Brain Imaging and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Laboratory at The University of Arizona. Her research integrates advanced neuroimaging techniques, TMS, and behavioral assessments to address cognitive aging, mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Education: Sc.D. in Biomedical Engineering Dr. Chou’s work focuses on developing image-guided TMS protocols for memory enhancement, investigating brain-behavior relationships through region-to-region interactions, and identifying TMS-derived/imaging-based biomarkers for early diagnosis and therapeutic outcome prediction. Her studies span neurodegenerative disorders, with emphasis on the aging brain and its plasticity. The 15 most recent publications highlight her lab’s expertise in TMS-fMRI integration, biomarker discovery, and neuromodulation for cognitive decline. Key themes include hippocampal plasticity, default mode network targeting, and multi-modal approaches combining EEG, MRI, and gut microbiome analysis. Dr. Chou teaches courses such as PSY 300 (Mind & Brain), PSY 321 (Brain Rehabilitation), and PSY 422 (Brain Connectivity). Her lab actively recruits participants for TMS/MRI studies on memory preservation in aging. Current funding includes: NIH/NIA R01: Enhancing hippocampal plasticity via TMS DoD grant for TMS sleep improvement VA Merit Grant: Carotid disease and dementia Past grants from NIH, University of Arizona, Arizona Alzheimer’s Consortium, and Cancer Center support her ongoing contributions to neurostimulation methodology and clinical applications.

• Motor Control
• Motor Learning
• Neuroplasticity
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Yuming Lei is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and Sport Management at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on understanding neural mechanisms underlying motor control and learning in individuals with and without neurological disorders, employing techniques such as biomechanics, robotics, electrophysiology, and neuroimaging. Key interests include neuroplasticity, cortical circuit modulation, and the interplay between sensory input and motor output. His work addresses deficits in movement control post-neurological injury, such as spinal cord injuries, and explores therapeutic interventions like neuromodulation and rehabilitation engineering. Recent studies include personalized motor cortex neuromodulation via ultrasound, touch sensation effects on motor cortical activity, and memory consolidation dynamics in motor learning. Publications span topics like spinal cord injury biomechanics, sensorimotor adaptation deficits, and the role of the cerebellum in motor recovery. His interdisciplinary approaches bridge clinical and experimental neuroscience, with implications for neurorehabilitation and motor neuroscience.

• Neuromuscular biomechanics
• Sensorimotor control
• Aging and mobility impairment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jason Franz is an Associate Professor in the Lampe Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and serves as the BME Well-Being Director and Director of the UNC Applied Biomechanics Laboratory. His research focuses on neuromuscular biomechanics, sensorimotor control, and aging-related mobility impairments. He holds a B.S. and M.S. in Engineering Mechanics from Virginia Tech, a Ph.D. in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado Boulder, and completed an NIH post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. His laboratory integrates quantitative motion analysis, electromyography, dynamic ultrasound imaging, computational simulation, and virtual reality to address mobility preservation in aging populations. Key research interests include gait mechanics, muscle-tendon dynamics, and rehabilitation engineering. Recent work emphasizes the metabolic and biomechanical consequences of altered gait patterns, particularly in aging and post-ACL reconstruction populations. Articles highlight adaptations in muscle activation, joint moments, and tendon stiffness under perturbations, with implications for fall prevention and cartilage health. Awards : NIH Clinical Research Loan Repayment Program (2017–2019), ACCLAIM Program (2019–2020), and multiple teaching/research fellowships. Courses Taught : BMME205 (Mechanics) and BMME405/890 (Biomechanics of Movement). Labs/Teams : UNC Applied Biomechanics Lab, focusing on translational technologies for mobility preservation.

John Zettelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomechanics
• Motor Control
• Postural Control
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Zettel is an Associate Professor at the University of Guelph, specializing in biomechanics and motor control of human movement. His research focuses on postural control, balance recovery, and the integration of voluntary movements with rapid compensatory stepping reactions, particularly in aging populations and clinical groups such as stroke survivors. Education : B.Sc. in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo; M.Sc. and Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. His work examines how attention, visual feedback, and vestibular input modulate balance recovery strategies, with applications to fall prevention and mobility enhancement in older adults. Recent studies include vibrotactile feedback systems for sensory substitution and dual-task paradigms for assessing age-related declines in dynamic stability. Dr. Zettel's research is funded through grants focused on clinical rehabilitation and aging populations. He supervises graduate students, including MSc candidates like Cassidy, and teaches courses in biomechanics and biophysics at the Guelph-Humber campus.

Paul Hodgesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Pain
• Motor control
• Rehabilitation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Professor Paul Hodges is a leading academic and researcher in motor control, pain, and rehabilitation at The University of Queensland (UQ). He holds the title of NHMRC Leadership Fellow (Level 3) and serves as Director of the Centre for Innovation in Pain and Health Research (CIPHeR). His interdisciplinary work spans molecular biology to human function, with a focus on understanding pain mechanisms and developing evidence-based treatments. Hodges is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science and multiple professional bodies, reflecting his significant contributions to musculoskeletal and clinical science. Education: Doctor of Philosophy (The University of Queensland) Doctor of Philosophy (Karolinska Mediko Kirurgiska Institutet) Doctoral Diploma of Science (Advanced, UQ) Honorary Doctorate in Medicine (Ghent University) Research Interests: Pain mechanisms and targeted therapies Motor control adaptations in musculoskeletal disorders Rehabilitation strategies for chronic pain Pelvic floor dysfunction and continence Low back pain pathophysiology and flares Neuroimmune interactions in chronic pain Awards & Leadership: Five-time ISSLS Prize recipient (Basic and Clinical Science) Fellowships from the Australian Academy of Science and Health and Medical Science Chair of international task forces (e.g., IASP Terminology Task Force) Recipient of national awards including Young Australian of the Year (1997) Research Impact: Hodges' work has transformed understanding of pain-induced motor adaptations, leading to clinical innovations in back pain management, pelvic floor rehabilitation, and continence treatments. His research integrates biomechanical, neurophysiological, and molecular approaches to bridge basic science and clinical practice.

• Clinical Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
• Motor Behavior
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dilsa Cemre Akkoc Altinok is a Physician at the Central Institute of Mental Health (ZI) in Mannheim, Germany, and a core member of the Research Group Clinical Neuroscience of Motor Behavior (CLIMB). Her work bridges clinical psychiatry with advanced motion analysis to objectively quantify motor abnormalities in severe mental illnesses. Her research specializes in Clinical Neuroscience and Psychiatry, focusing on Sensorimotor Abnormalities in Schizophrenia and Catatonia. She pioneers the use of 3D optical motion tracking to transform subjective motor assessments into quantifiable biomarkers, examining gait patterns, psychomotor clusters, and their neural correlates. Recent publications (2024-2025) reveal a cohesive trajectory: applying motion capture technology and network analysis to schizophrenia-spectrum disorders and catatonia. Her studies systematically link motor dysfunction with psychopathology, loneliness, and structural brain changes, advancing precision psychiatry through objective diagnostic tools. The CLIMB research group, under which Dr. Altinok operates, drives innovation in neuromotor assessment by integrating neuroscience, engineering, and clinical psychiatry. This interdisciplinary approach aims to redefine motor symptom evaluation in mental healthcare through technology-driven methodologies.