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Belen Masiaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Computational Imaging
• Applied Perception
• Virtual Reality
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Belen Masia is a tenured Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at Universidad de Zaragoza , Spain. She is affiliated with the Graphics & Imaging Lab (part of the I3A Institute ) and the Vision, Image and Neurodevelopment Group (within the IIS Aragon Institute ). Her research bridges computational imaging , applied perception , and virtual reality , focusing on modeling human visual behavior and improving graphics/vision algorithms through perceptual insights. Education : Ph.D. in Computer Science (Eurographics PhD Award 2015), postdoctoral work at Max Planck Institute for Informatics . Research Highlights : Virtual Reality : Studying user behavior, saliency prediction, multimodal perception, and cinematography in VR. Appearance Modeling : Developing intuitive material representations and metrics for editing. Applied Perception : Leveraging human vision insights to diagnose defects in non-verbal patients. Computational Displays : Exploring HDR imaging and display optimization. Scientific Awards : Eurographics Young Researcher Award 2017 Eurographics PhD Award 2015 MIT Technology Review Top Ten Innovators Below 35 in Spain 2014 NVIDIA Graduate Fellowship 2012 Leonardo Fellowship from BBVA Foundation 2020 Leadership & Editorial Roles : Co-chair of Full Papers track at Eurographics 2026 Associate Editor for ACM Transactions on Graphics, Computers and Graphics, and ACM Transactions on Applied Perception Co-founder of DIVE Medical , a startup for automated visual function diagnosis PhD Students : Dario Lanza (2025, Modeling, Perception and Editing of Volumetric Materials ) Daniel Martin (2024, Computational Models of Visual Attention in VR , Best PhD Thesis Award EGSE) Julia Guerrero-Viu (2023, WiGRAPH Rising Star) Sandra Malpica (2023, VR Gaze Behavior ) Manuel Lagunas (2021, BBVA/SCIE Young Researcher Award) Ana Serrano (2019, Eurographics PhD Award & Unizar Outstanding Thesis) Collaborations & Grants : Involved in the EU-funded PRIME Innovative Training Network (predictive rendering and appearance reproduction) and leading projects on deep learning for pediatric visual diagnosis.

Guo-Cheng Yuanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Genomics
• Epigenetics
• Gene Expression
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Guo-Cheng Yuan is a Senior Faculty member in the Department of Genetics and Genomic Sciences at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. His research focuses on genomics, epigenetics, and computational biology , with particular emphasis on single-cell analysis, chromatin regulation, and cancer immunology. Institution: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai School: Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Department: Genetics and Genomic Sciences Research Interests Dr. Yuan's work spans multiple domains including: Single-cell RNA sequencing applications in brain development and cancer Chromatin structure analysis in differentiation processes Spatial transcriptomics for tissue microenvironment characterization Computational methods for multiomic data integration Enhancer-promoter interaction dynamics Development of robust bioinformatics pipelines Scientific Trends Analysis His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate a focus on single-cell and spatial omics methodologies applied to diverse biological contexts ranging from cancer immunology to neurodevelopment . Notable trends include: Development of trajectory analysis algorithms Multiomic integration for regulatory network mapping Epigenetic mechanisms in cell differentiation Computational approaches for data robustness Three-dimensional genome organization studies Applications in both developmental biology and oncology

Andrew Linمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Neuroscience
• Olfactory System
• Neural Circuit Function
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrew Lin is a Senior Lecturer and School Director of One University at the University of Sheffield's School of Biosciences. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and a BA in Biology from Harvard University. His career includes roles as a Lecturer (2019-2022), Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow (2015-2019), and Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Oxford (2009-2015). Research focuses on how the brain encodes sensory information for memory formation, using Drosophila's olfactory system as a model. Key areas include sparse coding in Kenyon cells, synaptic inhibition/excitation balance, and neural circuit dysfunction links to epilepsy. Teaching includes modules like BMS11004 Introduction to Neuroscience and BMS248 Neural Circuits, Behaviour and Memory. He has secured grants from the European Research Council, BBSRC, and Wellcome Trust. Professional memberships include the FENS-Kavli Network and BBSRC Pool of Experts. Lab research employs techniques like in vivo two-photon imaging, electrophysiology, and genetic manipulation. PhD opportunities are available in neural circuitry and sensory processing.

Kathleen Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Development
• Developmental Neuroscience
• Affective Neuroscience
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kathleen Thomas is the William Harris Professor and Director at the Institute of Child Development within the University of Minnesota's College of Education and Human Development. Her research focuses on cognitive development and neurobiological correlates of attention, learning, and memory in children and adolescents. She leads the Cognitive Development & Neuroimaging Lab, employing neuroimaging techniques like MRI and ERP to study brain-behavior relationships. Dr. Thomas earned her PhD in 1997 from the University of Minnesota. Her work investigates how life experiences, such as early orphanage rearing or prenatal conditions, impact brain and cognitive development. Current projects include studying premature infants, emotional expression understanding, and substance use effects on adolescent brain structure. Her lab uses a multidisciplinary approach, combining behavioral studies with advanced neuroimaging. Dr. Thomas mentors Ph.D. students in the child psychology program, emphasizing collaborative mentorship and expects students to engage deeply with research and ethics. She is open to new students for Fall 2025 as a primary or co-advisor. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but her extensive publications reflect significant contributions to developmental neuroscience. Her work bridges typical and at-risk populations to understand cognitive and emotional development trajectories.

Jack Linمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Systems Neuroscience
• Neurology
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Jack Lin is a Professor of Neurology and Director of the UC Davis Comprehensive Epilepsy Program. He is a systems neuroscientist and neurologist with a focus on memory, learning, emotion, and decision-making. His research utilizes intracranial EEG and single-neuron recordings to study the amygdala-hippocampal-prefrontal network in awake, behaving humans. He is affiliated with the Center for Mind and Brain and holds leadership roles in advancing the UC Davis Epilepsy Program. M.D., Rush Medical College (1998) B.S., Human Communication Sciences, Northwestern University (1994) Research Focus: Emotional Memory: Investigates theta and alpha oscillations in amygdala-hippocampus interactions, pattern separation of emotional events, and awake ripples in memory encoding Sleep and Memory Consolidation: Studies hippocampal-neocortical interactions, sharp wave ripples, and REM sleep's role in neural homeostasis Epilepsy: Examines structural abnormalities, cognitive deficits, and neurodevelopmental impacts across the lifespan Scientific Awards: Association of University Professors of Neurology (AUPN) Faculty Leadership Award (2024) Fellow of the American Epilepsy Society (FAES) Fellow of the American Neurological Association (FANA) Editorial Board Member, Annals of Neurology Service & Leadership: Dr. Lin leads strategic planning initiatives within the UC Davis Department of Neurology and serves as a reviewer for NIH BRAIN Initiative grants and high-impact journals. He spearheads the UC Davis Health System’s Integrated Service Line for epilepsy, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

Mayumi L Prinsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Neurotrauma
• Cerebral Metabolism
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mayumi L Prins is a Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. With a PhD in Neuroscience from UCLA (1996), she has established herself as a leading researcher in traumatic brain injury, particularly focusing on pediatric and adolescent populations. Her research interests include: Traumatic Brain Injury pathophysiology and recovery mechanisms Cerebral metabolism following brain injury Ketone metabolism and alternative energy substrates in neuroprotection Sex differences in brain injury responses Pediatric and adolescent brain injury Neurodegenerative processes following trauma Dr. Prins's extensive publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to understanding brain injury mechanisms and potential therapeutic interventions. Her work spans basic science investigations using animal models to clinical applications, with a strong emphasis on translating findings to improve patient outcomes. A significant portion of her research examines how dietary interventions, particularly ketogenic approaches, might support brain recovery after injury by providing alternative energy substrates when normal glucose metabolism is impaired. She has secured multiple NIH R01 grants as Principal Investigator, including: "Timing Of Exercise In Concussed Rat Athletes" (2019-2024) "Cerebral Substrate Support After Traumatic Brain Injury" (2018-2023) "Age-Dependent Ketone Metabolism After Brain Injury" (2005-2009) Dr. Prins maintains active collaborations with researchers across UCLA and other institutions, particularly with Dr. Christopher Giza and other members of the UCLA Brain Injury Research Center. Her work has significant implications for sports medicine, pediatric neurology, and neurocritical care, with potential applications for improving outcomes in patients suffering from traumatic brain injuries.

Hiroshi Nishiyamaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Electrophys
• Optogenetics & Chemogenetics
• Optical Imaging
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Hiroshi Nishiyama is an Associate Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on synaptic plasticity and circuit reorganization in the mammalian cerebellum, with implications for learning, memory, and brain injury recovery. Education: B.S., Kyoto University (1992–1996) M.S., Kyoto University (1996–1998) Ph.D., Kyoto University & RIKEN Brain Science Institute (1998–2002) Postdoctoral Research, Johns Hopkins University (2002–2008) His work explores how cerebellar circuits are refined during development, reorganized in adulthood through learning, and rewired after injury. Techniques include electrophysiology , optogenetics , and long-term in vivo imaging of synaptic dynamics. Recent publications highlight mechanisms of Purkinje cell ablation , lesion-induced axonal sprouting , and dendritic translocation in synaptic competition. These studies span developmental neuroscience , neurotrauma , and neurodegenerative models . The Nishiyama Lab investigates cerebellar circuits as critical nodes in brain-wide functional architecture, bridging motor control and broader neurological disorders.

Julie Haasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroscience
• Computational Neuroscience
• Electrophysiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julie Haas is a Professor at Lehigh University investigating neural attention mechanisms through electrical synapses in the thalamic reticular nucleus (TRN). Her research integrates electrophysiology, optogenetics, and computational modeling to decode how inhibitory circuits filter sensory information, with implications for attention disorders. Her educational journey includes a B.A. in Music and Mathematics from Indiana University, a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University, and postdoctoral training at Harvard University and UC San Diego, supplemented by Computational Neuroscience studies at the Marine Biological Laboratory. Research focuses on electrical synapse plasticity as the core mechanism for attentional selection. The Haas lab examines how dopamine, GABA receptors, and amygdala inputs modulate TRN circuitry using in vitro brain slices and optogenetic tools. Key discoveries include activity-dependent long-term potentiation at electrical synapses and their role in sensory gating, bridging molecular dynamics to circuit-level functions through innovative computational models. Publication analysis reveals a decade-long trajectory from foundational electrical synapse characterization (2012-2015) to neuromodulatory mechanisms (2016-2021) and recent dopamine receptor investigations (2022-2024). This evolution demonstrates increasing complexity in understanding how electrical synapses integrate neuromodulatory signals for attentional control. Funding from NIH, NSF, Whitehall Foundation, and Brain and Behavior Foundation supports her lab's work. She teaches advanced courses including Synapses, Plasticity and Learning (Bios 385/415) and Neurophysiology Laboratory (Bios 278), training next-generation neuroscientists in cutting-edge techniques. The Haas lab operates within Lehigh's neuroscience facilities with specialized electrophysiology rigs, optogenetic systems, and computational resources for multi-scale analysis of thalamic circuitry, currently exploring electrical synapse dysfunction in neurodevelopmental disorders.

• Sensor Technologies
• Innovation Management
• Entrepreneurship Ecosystems
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tamara Papić is an Assistant Professor at Singidunum University in Belgrade, specializing in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship. She holds a Ph.D. in Sensor Technologies from Jožef Stefan International Postgraduate School (Slovenia) and a Master's in Quality Management from Fakultet organizacionih nauka. Her research focuses on sensor technologies, dyslexia detection through eye-tracking, and the application of AI in education and marketing. Key academic contributions include developing sensor-based systems for analyzing reading patterns in children with dyslexia, leveraging machine learning models like VGG16 and autoencoders. She co-founded BabyFM, a startup creating smart thermoregulation devices for infants using sensors and mobile apps. Her work has been supported by grants from Innovation Forum Cambridge, Star Tech, and Serbia’s Innovation Fund. Professionally, she produced RTV Serbia’s entrepreneurial series 'My Hero' and 'Golden Idea,' and organized national startup competitions. She chairs strategic conferences like Smart City SEE and Belgrade Strategic Dialogue, promoting innovation ecosystems. Her cross-disciplinary projects bridge engineering, education, and business strategy.

Elena De Vitaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Chemical Biology
• Covalent Ligands
• Drug Discovery
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Elena De Vita is a Lecturer in Synthetic Biology and Biotechnology at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), affiliated with the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences and the Centre for Molecular Cell Biology. She holds a position in the Department of Biochemistry and leads the EDV-Lab research group. Her research focuses on covalent ligand discovery and development for chemical biology and drug discovery applications, particularly targeting protein phosphorylation dynamics in cancer. Education and Career: Dr. De Vita earned her MSc in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of Pisa (2014). She completed her PhD at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ, Heidelberg) under Dr. Aubry Miller, developing covalent inhibitors of KLK6. Postdoctoral roles included a CRUK Research Associate position with Prof. Edward Tate, followed by a Marie Skłodowska Curie Fellowship (2020) and funding from Worldwide Cancer Research (2022). She joined QMUL in 2023. Research Interests: Her group develops chemical tools like PHOSTACs (PHOSphorylation TArgeting Chimeras) to study protein dephosphorylation via covalent ligand-induced proximity. Current projects target the unknown phosphoproteome in cancer, exploring therapeutic opportunities through targeted protein dephosphorylation. Key areas include covalent drug design, protein phosphatase recruitment, and translational chemical biology. Grants and Recognition: She leads Royal Society-funded projects on covalent probes for protein phosphatase 1 (PP1) and PHOSTACs for K-Ras-driven tumors. Awards include the Merck Innovation Cup (2021) and L’Oréal-UNESCO UK Women In Science shortlist (2022). Labs and Collaborations: Her lab (EDV-Lab) focuses on interdisciplinary approaches combining synthetic chemistry, biochemistry, and cell biology. Collaborations involve Imperial College London, DKFZ, and global cancer research institutions. Future directions include scaling PHOSTAC technologies for clinical translation and expanding covalent ligand applications in precision oncology.

R. Michael Burgerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Auditory Neuroscience
• Neural Circuitry
• Synaptic Physiology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

R. Michael Burger is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University and serves as the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on auditory neuroscience, particularly how the brain processes sensory information through precise neural circuits. Education Ph.D. in Zoology (Neurobiology) from the University of Texas at Austin (2000) B.A. in Psychology and Anthropology from Ithaca College (1993) Dr. Burger's research investigates cellular, synaptic, and systems-level integration in auditory processing, with NIH-funded projects on sound localization and cholinergic modulation. He has edited books on neuromodulatory functions and serves on editorial boards of leading journals. Recent publications highlight his work on dopamine and cholinergic influences in auditory pathways, developmental synaptic plasticity, and computational auditory neuroscience. Grants include NIH R01 and R15 awards. Scientific Awards Fellow, Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Dr. Burger teaches behavioral neuroscience courses and contributes to graduate committee work, otolaryngology research, and grant review panels. He co-developed the HearMyCl app for cochlear implant simulations with Susan Perry and Brook Sawyer.

• Cognitive Psychology
• Working Memory
• Memory Development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Candice Morey is a Reader (equivalent to Associate Professor) at Cardiff University's School of Psychology. Her research investigates memory limitations, focusing on verbal vs. non-verbal processing, childhood memory development, and factors influencing working memory. She advocates for open science practices, with materials available via the Open Science Framework. Education: PhD in Psychology, University of Missouri (2007) MA in Psychology, University of Missouri (2003) BS in Psychology (minor in Music), Florida State University (2001) Research Interests: Dr. Morey's work examines why memory lapses occur universally, the fragility of visual memory, and strategies to mitigate memory limits. She studies developmental trajectories in children's memory, comparing cognitive strategies across age groups. Key themes include visuospatial bootstrapping, memory binding, and domain-general resource models of working memory. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2019–2025) emphasize visuospatial memory, cognitive development in children, and executive function training. Her work integrates experimental psychology with developmental neuroscience, frequently employing eye-tracking and cross-lab replications to explore memory retention, interference, and modality-specific processing. Awards: Psychonomic Society Early Career Award (2017) Supervision & Collaboration: Dr. Morey currently advises postgraduate students Molly Delooze, Genevieve Lawson, Teodor Nikolov, and Helena Leach. She collaborates internationally with researchers from the University of Geneva, University of Edinburgh, and University of Missouri, among others. Professional Roles: She serves as Deputy Exam Board Chair and teaches courses on memory theory, research methods, and cognitive psychology. Dr. Morey is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Cognition and holds editorial roles at Memory & Cognition and Psychological Science.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuroimaging
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Susan Y. Bookheimer, PhD, is Professor-in-residence in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles. From 2008 to 2024 she held the endowed Joaquin M. Fuster Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience and currently directs or co-directs several large-scale NIH consortia including the UCLA site of the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) Study, the Lifespan Human Connectome Project in Aging, and newly funded initiatives on resilience to Alzheimer’s disease in centenarians. Education & Training Details of formal degrees are not provided in the source text; however, her continuous NIH funding since 1995 and leadership roles imply advanced research training in clinical neuroscience and neuroimaging. Research Focus Dr. Bookheimer’s work integrates multimodal neuroimaging (fMRI, sMRI, DTI, PET, EEG) with genetics, cognitive testing, and clinical phenotyping to understand: Typical and atypical brain development across the lifespan Neurobiological underpinnings of autism spectrum disorder and sensory phenotypes Early detection and prediction of Alzheimer’s disease and age-related cognitive decline Neuroplasticity and cognitive outcomes following epilepsy surgery Effects of environmental adversity, stress, and social support on brain networks Scientific Awards & Honors Joaquin M. Fuster Chair in Cognitive Neuroscience, UCLA (2008–2024) Principal or Co-Principal Investigator on >15 active NIH grants totaling >$100 M Over 230 peer-reviewed publications with >25,000 citations (Google Scholar metrics) Grants & Consortia Leadership Dr. Bookheimer currently leads or co-leads the following major NIH projects: U19AG073585 – Vulnerability and Resiliency in the Aging Adult Brain Connectome (AABC) U19AG073172 – Resilience/Resistance to Alzheimer’s Disease in Centenarians and Offspring (RADCO) R01AG073480 – Modulation of Hippocampal Circuitry with Focused Ultrasound in Amnestic MCI P50HD103557 – UCLA Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Research Center U01DA050987 – ABCD-USA Consortium Research Project Site at UCLA U01AG052564 – Mapping the Human Connectome During Typical Aging U01MH109589 – Mapping the Human Connectome During Typical Development In addition, she has served as PI on prior awards including P50HD055784 (Autism Center), R01AG013308 (Alzheimer’s Risk), and P30HD004612 (IDDRC). Laboratories & Teams Dr. Bookheimer directs the UCLA Brain Mapping Center (part of the Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center) and co-directs imaging cores for both the UCLA IDDRC and the ABCD Study. Her multidisciplinary teams include post-doctoral fellows, graduate students, research staff, and collaborators across neurology, radiology, psychology, and genetics departments.

Daniel A. Abramsمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار بالینی

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Brain Imaging
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Daniel A. Abrams is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. His research focuses on the neurobiological basis of social communication impairments in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), particularly how atypical reward attribution to social stimuli like voices and faces impacts development. He employs techniques such as functional MRI, psychophysics, and cognitive assessments to identify neural markers of social and memory deficits in ASD. Dr. Abrams received his Ph.D. in Auditory Cognitive Neuroscience from Northwestern University (2008) and a B.F.A. from the University of Arizona (1994). His work has been funded by NIH, NARSAD, and the National Organization for Hearing Research Foundation. He leads the Speech and Social Neuroscience Lab at Stanford Cognitive and Systems Neuroscience Laboratory. Scientific awards include the K01 Research Scientist Development Award (NIH/NIMH, 2014-2017), NARSAD grant (2019-2021), and a 2017 CHRI Pilot Early Career Award. His recent publications highlight neural circuitry in voice processing, memory impairments linked to hyperconnectivity, and efficacy of clinic-home-school collaborative interventions for autistic adolescents. Key research trends: Autism neurodevelopment, reward/salience circuit dysfunction, social communication biomarkers, voice prosody decoding, and memory plasticity. Dr. Abrams’ full description below details his academic trajectory, grants, student collaborations, and clinical trial leadership.

Trygve Brauns Leergaardمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroanatomy
• Brain connectivity mapping
• Morphological phenotyping
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Trygve Brauns Leergaard is a Professor at the Department of Molecular Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo. His academic work focuses on neuroanatomy, brain connectivity mapping, morphological phenotyping, and neuroinformatics, particularly in rodent models. MD, University of Leiden (1996) PhD, University of Oslo (2000) Research Interests: Leergaard specializes in digital brain atlasing, histological validation of neuroimaging, and neuroinformatics. His work bridges computational methods with neuroanatomical studies, emphasizing standardization of brain mapping techniques. Recent Publications: His 2024–2025 research includes developing spatial integration workflows, comparative brain atlas metadata models, and developmental mouse brain atlases. Earlier work (2018–2023) explored neurodegenerative disease models, brain tumor growth patterns, and Parkinson's disease mechanisms. Laboratory & Collaborations: He co-leads the Neural Systems and Graphics Computing Laboratory and collaborates internationally with institutions including UC San Diego, Duke University, and NTNU.