جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Neural Repair
• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Neuroplasticity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steven C. Cramer, MD, is a Professor of Neurology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He holds the Susan and David Wilstein Endowed Chair in Rehabilitation Medicine and serves as Medical Director of Research at the California Rehabilitation Institute. Dr. Cramer is Co-Principal Investigator for the NIH StrokeNet clinical trials network and holds editorial roles at Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair and Stroke . His research specializes in neural repair following stroke, employing innovative approaches including robotics, cellular therapies, brain stimulation, and telehealth interventions. Key focus areas include: Developing biomarkers for personalized stroke rehabilitation Translational research on neuroplasticity and motor recovery Clinical trials for novel neurorehabilitation technologies His publications predominantly explore neuroimaging biomarkers, vagus nerve stimulation, and rehabilitation efficacy, with consistent emphasis on translating basic neuroscience into clinical applications. Recent works demonstrate increasing focus on AI-driven rehabilitation and precision medicine approaches. Awards & Honors: Barbro B. Johansson Award in Stroke Recovery (2018) American Heart Association Stroke Rehabilitation Award (2017) Susan and David Wilstein Endowed Chair (2020) He leads multiple NIH-funded grants including R01HD095457 (brain-computer interfaces) and U01NS120910 (stroke recovery biomarkers), focusing on large-scale clinical validation. Dr. Cramer directs the UCLA Neural Repair Laboratory, collaborating internationally on neurorecovery consortia like ENIGMA Stroke Recovery.

• Disorders of Consciousness
• Neuroimaging
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Martin M. Monti is a Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, with appointments in Psychology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences. He is affiliated with the College of Letters and Science and contributes to interdisciplinary research in cognitive neuroscience, neurology, and neuromodulation. PhD, Princeton University (2007) - Psychology & Neuroscience MA, Princeton University (2006) - Psychology & Neuroscience BA, Università Commerciale L. Bocconi (2002) - Economics Dr. Monti's research focuses on disorders of consciousness, traumatic brain injury, and neural mechanisms of cognition. His work employs advanced neuroimaging techniques to investigate brain connectivity, consciousness recovery, and neuromodulation therapies like transcranial focused ultrasound. Key publication trends include studies on disorders of consciousness biomarkers, brain network dynamics, and clinical applications of neuromodulation. His 2025 work explores subcortical sleep quality correlates, while 2024 studies examine AI-driven consciousness models, thalamic stimulation effects, and accelerated aging post-TBI. 2019 Italian National Scientific Habilitation 2018 Sciacca Foundation International Prize for Medical Research 2020 & 2014 UCLA Life Science Faculty Awards 2019 & 2015 UCLA Psychology Department Distinguished Teaching Awards 2013 Association for Psychological Science (APS) Rising Star Dr. Monti leads clinical trials evaluating neuromodulation in consciousness disorders and contributes to the ENIGMA-Neuromodulation working group. His research bridges computational neuroscience, neuroimaging, and clinical neurology to advance coma recovery understanding.

• Neurorehabilitation
• Neuroplasticity
• Sleep and Stroke Recovery
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Melanie Fleming is an Associate Professor at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences under the Medical Sciences Division. She serves as Patient and Public Involvement Lead, Vice Chair of the Medical Sciences Interdivisional Research Ethics Committee, and Chair of the Patient and Public Involvement working group at the Oxford Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging (OHBA). As a Senior Research Fellow in the Plasticity Group, she investigates rehabilitation strategies for stroke and brain injury survivors, focusing on sleep's role in recovery, brain stimulation techniques, and sensorimotor plasticity. Co-leads research on sleep and learning in stroke recovery Active member of the Oxford Stroke Recovery Research Hub and ISRRA Emerging Leaders Group Collaborates with institutions including Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Exeter University, and international partners Her recent publications explore cryoneurolysis for spasticity, sleep regularity metrics, neuroimaging correlates of motor impairment, and digital cognitive behavioral therapy applications. While no specific awards are documented, her leadership roles and interdisciplinary collaborations underscore her impact in neurorehabilitation research.

Michael P. Nusbaumمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neural network modulation
• Neurobiology
• Neuropeptide function
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Michael P. Nusbaum is a Professor of Neuroscience at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania . His research focuses on neural network flexibility , particularly how neuropeptides and small-molecule cotransmitters modify rhythmic motor patterns in the crab stomatogastric nervous system (STNS) . Using intrasomatic recordings , immunocytochemistry , and confocal microscopy , he investigates modulatory mechanisms that enable multifunctional networks to produce behaviorally distinct outputs . Education: B.A. in History (SUNY Buffalo, 1973), B.A. in Biology (University of Colorado, 1978), Ph.D. in Neurobiology (UC San Diego, 1984) His work addresses how co-released transmitters and hormonal inputs create parallel modulatory pathways within small neuronal networks . Key techniques include exogenous transmitter application , identified neuron analysis , and sensory network interaction studies . This research has implications for understanding neuronal network dynamics across species. Recent publications explore feeding state-dependent modulation , electrical coupling effects , and co-transmission principles in model systems. Collaborators include researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine and institutions studying invertebrate neuroscience . Contact: nusbaum@pennmedicine.upenn.edu

• Neural Plasticity
• Somatosensory Processing
• Perceptual Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hubert Dinse serves as Associate Professor at Ruhr University Bochum's Institute of Neuroinformatics (INI), operating under the Faculty of Computer Science. He leads the Neural Plasticity Lab, focusing on sensory processing and cortical reorganization mechanisms. His research bridges experimental neuroscience and rehabilitation applications, with particular emphasis on aging populations and neurorehabilitation. Dr. Dinse's primary research interests center on neural plasticity , somatosensory processing , and perceptual learning . His work investigates how sensory stimulation induces cortical reorganization, with significant contributions to understanding tactile perception in aging and stroke recovery. Key methodologies include neurophysiological measurements, sensory stimulation protocols, and computational modeling of neural dynamics. His research demonstrates how passive sensory interventions can enhance tactile acuity and motor function, particularly in elderly populations. Analysis of Dr. Dinse's recent publications reveals strong focus on cross-modal plasticity , neuromodulation effects , and aging-related neural changes . His work consistently connects basic neural mechanisms with clinical rehabilitation applications, particularly through sensory stimulation techniques. The publications demonstrate methodological diversity spanning human psychophysics, neuroimaging, electrophysiology, and computational modeling. Dr. Dinse has maintained active teaching responsibilities through Winter Term 2017/2018, offering specialized courses including Neurophysiology of Sensory Processing , Perceptual Learning , and Theory and Physiology of Neural Networks . His courses reflect his research expertise in neural dynamics and sensory processing. The Neural Plasticity Lab under Dr. Dinse's leadership investigates fundamental mechanisms of cortical reorganization with direct applications to rehabilitation science. Current research focuses on optimizing sensory stimulation protocols for enhancing tactile perception and motor function, particularly in aging populations and neurological rehabilitation contexts. The lab employs multidisciplinary approaches combining behavioral assessment, neurophysiological measurements, and computational modeling.

Emmanuel Guigonمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Computational Neuroscience
• Motor Control
• Sensorimotor Integration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Emmanuel Guigon is a CNRS Research Fellow at Sorbonne University , affiliated with the IRIS team. His primary research focuses on computational neuroscience of motor control , exploring principles like optimal feedback control and sensorimotor integration. He is based at ISIR (Institute des Systèmes Intelligents et de Robotique), Campus Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris, and can be contacted at emmanuel.guigon@sorbonne-universite.fr. Guigon's research addresses the neural mechanisms underlying movement control , particularly how the brain manages kinematic redundancy and optimizes motor commands. His work spans biomechanics, robotics, and computational modeling, proposing unified frameworks for posture-movement coordination and explaining phenomena like Fitts' law and motor equivalence. Applications include humanoid robot control and brain-robot interfaces. His scientific contributions are evident in publications in journals such as PLoS Computational Biology , Journal of Neurophysiology , and Biophysical Journal . While no explicit awards or grants are listed, his models have been highlighted in F1000 Biology. Guigon's collaborations include researchers like Agnès Roby-Brami, Pierre Baraduc, and Nathanael Jarrasse.

• Fungal Biology
• Evolutionary Cell Biology
• Sensory Systems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew Swafford is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Biology, University of Massachusetts Amherst. His research focuses on fungal biology, evolutionary cell biology, and sensory systems, particularly in chytrid fungi and GPCR evolution. University: University of Massachusetts Amherst Department: Biology Email: aswafford@umass.edu His work explores the evolutionary origins of sensory systems, including opsin evolution and light-induced stress, as well as cellular mechanisms like actin networks and microtubule cytoskeleton dynamics in fungi. Recent publications highlight advancements in fungal genetic transformation systems, NSF-funded studies on zoospore sensory-motor coordination, and evolutionary frameworks linking unicellular behavior to emergent traits. Scientific Awards: NSF Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biology FY 2020

• Neuroscience
• Dendritic computation
• Cortical microcircuits
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Matthew Larkum is a faculty member at Charité University Medicine Berlin ( Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin ), where he leads the Larkum Lab focusing on cortical dendritic processing. His research explores how active dendritic properties contribute to cortical computation, particularly in feedforward/feedback circuits and consciousness mechanisms. Institution: Charité Cross Over - Campus Mitte, Berlin Contact: matthew.larkum@hu-berlin.de Key research themes include: Dendritic spikes and synaptic integration Interhemispheric inhibition mechanisms Anesthetic effects on single-neuron computation Optical approaches for cortical activity mapping Fear memory engram plasticity Recent publications (2022-2024) emphasize cortical layer 6b dynamics, thalamocortical interactions, and artificial consciousness feasibility. His lab develops advanced neurotechnologies like F-SHARP microscopy while maintaining collaborations with institutions like Max Planck Institute. Current affiliations include: Spokesperson for SFB1315 collaborative research Functional Imaging and Multimodal Behavior Unit leadership Human Brain Project partner

Erika G. Spaichمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neurorehabilitation technologies
• Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)
• Rehabilitation robotics
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Erika G. Spaich is an Associate Professor at the Department of Medicine and Health Technology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aalborg University. She leads neurorehabilitation research at the Center for Neurotechnology and Rehabilitation (CNR) and serves as Vice-President of the International Functional Electrical Stimulation Society (IFESS). Her work combines biomedical engineering with clinical applications. Her research focuses on Neurorehabilitation technologies Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) systems Rehabilitation robotics Auditory biofeedback for gait symmetry Neural plasticity mechanisms Recent publications highlight hybrid FES-robotic systems and sound-facilitated rehabilitation, with ongoing projects targeting spinal cord injury and stroke recovery. She has received multiple conference awards including the 2024 RAICES Award and Best Student Paper Award (2024). Key collaborations include Technical University of Munich and international research teams in neurotechnology.

• Sensorimotor Learning
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Psychology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Pablo Alejandro Barrionuevo serves as a Researcher in the Sensorimotor Learning group at the Department of General and Biological Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, Philipps University of Marburg. Based in Room 01005 of the Institute Building at Gutenbergstraße 18, Marburg, he contributes to the Collaborative Research Center SFB/TRR 135 as an External Person. His research centers on sensorimotor learning mechanisms, exploring how sensory inputs guide motor adaptation and behavioral plasticity. This work integrates cognitive neuroscience methodologies with psychological frameworks to investigate neural processing of sensorimotor integration, with emphasis on biological underpinnings of perceptual-motor transformations and adaptive learning processes. Within the Schütz Group, Dr. Barrionuevo participates in experimental investigations of visual-motor coordination and neural correlates of learning, utilizing behavioral paradigms and neuroscientific approaches to advance understanding of sensorimotor system functionality.

• Sensorimotor Learning
• Psychology
• Biological Psychology

Dr. Hui Men serves as a Researcher within the Department of General and Biological Psychology at Philipps University of Marburg's Faculty of Psychology. Based in the Sensorimotor Learning research group led by Prof. Dr. Alexander C. Schütz, Dr. Men operates from the Institute Building (Gutenbergstraße 18, Room 01062) in Marburg, contributing to experimental investigations of perceptual-motor integration. Research focuses on sensorimotor learning mechanisms, examining how sensory inputs guide adaptive motor behavior through biological and cognitive processes. This work spans experimental paradigms in neural processing, perceptual-motor plasticity, and behavioral adaptation, with implications for understanding both normative and clinical sensorimotor function. The Sensorimotor Learning group forms a collaborative unit comprising postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and technical staff. Current projects employ advanced behavioral measurement techniques to probe temporal dynamics of sensorimotor processing, emphasizing data-driven analysis of learning trajectories within controlled experimental environments.

John Campbellمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Molecular Biology
• Metabolism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Campbell is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of Virginia, with a courtesy appointment in Neuroscience. His research laboratory focuses on using advanced molecular and genetic techniques to investigate the neural circuits that control appetite, digestion, and metabolism, with the goal of identifying new targets and treatments for obesity and digestive diseases. Dr. Campbell's research interests center on understanding how neural circuits regulate fundamental physiological processes. His lab employs single-cell genomics, RNA fluorescence in situ hybridization, viral circuit mapping, and opto-/chemogenetics to investigate how the vagus nerve and related neural pathways control appetite, energy balance, parasympathetic functions, digestion, metabolism, and heart rate. His work systematically identifies cell types and their marker genes in functionally relevant brain regions to generate hypotheses about each cell type's physiological role. Analysis of Dr. Campbell's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on neural circuit mapping using cutting-edge molecular techniques. His work spans multiple physiological systems including appetite regulation, autonomic control of the heart and digestive system, and visual processing. A key theme across his recent work is the application of single-cell transcriptomics to identify and characterize specific neural cell types and their functional roles in various physiological systems, with particular emphasis on GLP-1 sensitive circuits for satiety and vagal control of autonomic functions. Dr. Campbell's lab actively mentors students and postdoctoral researchers in neuroscience and molecular biology techniques. His research is supported by grants focused on understanding the molecular basis of neural control of metabolism and autonomic functions. The Campbell Lab maintains extensive collaborations with other neuroscience and metabolism researchers both within UVA and at other institutions. The Campbell Laboratory at the University of Virginia maintains a state-of-the-art neuroscience research facility equipped for single-cell genomics, neural circuit mapping, and physiological measurements. The lab has established collaborative networks with researchers in endocrinology, cardiology, and gastroenterology to advance understanding of neural control of physiological processes across multiple organ systems.

J. Frederico Marquesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Semantic Memory Organization
• Conceptual Knowledge
• Object Categorization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

J. Frederico Marques is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Lisbon's Faculty of Psychology. He holds leadership roles such as Head of the Scientific Council (2010–present) and previously served as Department Coordinator (2007–2009). Educated at the University of Lisbon, he earned a PhD (1997, Summa Cum Laude) and MA (1993, Honors) in Psychology. His research focuses on semantic memory organization , including conceptual knowledge and object categorization, numerical cognition , and price perception . He also studies teaching methodologies in psychology. His work integrates behavioral experiments, neuroimaging (fMRI), and computational modeling to explore semantic hierarchies, feature sharedness, and executive function roles in conceptual processing. Marques has authored over 30 publications since 2002, with recent articles emphasizing visual object recognition (e.g., dorsal stream contributions to grasp preparation) and neural bases of semantic processing (e.g., fronto-parietal regions in sentence comprehension). His grants include FCT-funded projects on semantic categories and object recognition. Awards : 2009 Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science. Teaching : Courses include Cognitive Psychology, Memory Studies, and Consumer Psychology. Grants : Principal investigator on FCT grants PTDC/PSI-PCO/118148/2010 and PTDC/PSI-PCO/114822/2009. His research bridges cognitive neuroscience and neuropsychology, addressing how structural features (e.g., form-function correlations) and executive demands shape semantic knowledge representation and retrieval.

Kevin M. Trewarthaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Aging
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Motor Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin M. Trewartha is an Associate Professor at Michigan Technological University, holding dual roles in the Department of Psychology and Human Factors and the Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology. He serves as the Graduate Program Director for Psychology and Human Factors. Dr. Trewartha earned his PhD in Psychology from Concordia University (2012), MA from Concordia (2007), and BA from the University of Western Ontario (2004). His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience of aging, examining neurocognitive mechanisms underlying motor behavior in healthy aging and dementia. Key areas include identifying age-related changes in motor performance and developing interventions to improve cognitive/motor function in older adults. He investigates sensorimotor control, memory, and cognitive control, with a goal to understand the neural basis of motor behavior across the lifespan. Recent funding includes a NIH grant (1R15AG059095-01) exploring motor learning as a marker for Mild Cognitive Impairment and Alzheimer’s, and a Michigan Technological University grant studying resistance training’s impact on cognitive/physical function in older adults. His teaching spans Motor Learning, Aging Brain and Cognition, and Physiological Psychology. Dr. Trewartha’s lab (linked via his profile) focuses on translating cognitive neuroscience insights into practical interventions for aging populations.

Jean Giacomottoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Genetics
• Human Diseases
• Drug Discovery
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jean Giacomotto is a Senior Lecturer at Griffith University , affiliated with the Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery and Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics . His work bridges translational research, genetics, and zebrafish model development for neuromuscular and neurological disorders. Education : PhD in Genetics (CNRS/Université Lyon 1, France), Engineer (CNRS, France) Current Roles : NHMRC Emerging Leader Fellow, Research Leader at Institute for Biomedicine and Glycomics Research Interests focus on leveraging zebrafish models for drug discovery , synaptic dysfunction in schizophrenia/autism, and neurodegenerative disease mechanisms . Key methodologies include CRISPR/Cas9 , chemical genetics , and high-throughput phenotypic screening . Scientific Contributions include 5.3 million in grants, 3 drug patents, and pioneering inducible zebrafish models for ALS and SMA. His work has identified novel SMN1 variants and C9orf72 dysfunction mechanisms. Collaborations : University of Queensland, Metro South Health, FightMND Labs : Giacomotto Lab at GRIDD and Discovery Biology, Griffith University