جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lucina Uddinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Neuroimaging
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Functional Brain Connectivity
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Lucina Uddin is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Biobehavioral Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine , University of California, Los Angeles , with affiliations to the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior . Her research focuses on neuroimaging , autism spectrum disorder , and brain network dynamics , particularly exploring resting-state functional connectivity , cognitive flexibility , and neurodevelopmental trajectories . Key Research Areas : Autism neurobiology, functional MRI methodologies, developmental cognitive neuroscience, and transdiagnostic brain network analysis Technical Focus : Dynamic functional connectivity, global signal processing, and computational approaches to neuroimaging Recent publications analyze resting-state fMRI standardization, brain-body autonomic coupling , and inclusivity in neuroimaging research . She has developed tools like the Network Correspondence Toolbox and Dev-Atlas for neuroimaging reference standards. Her work addresses neuroethical considerations , researcher degrees of freedom , and diversity in neuroscience . Scientific Awards include the Linda Spear Mid-career Award (2023), A.E. Bennett Award (2023), and Azrieli Global Scholar (2018). She serves as a Scientific Editor for Network Neuroscience and contributes to neuroimaging methodology and data-sharing standards .

• Preterm infant nutrition
• Human milk composition
• Neonatal brain development
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Mandy Brown Belfort, M.D. is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital, specializing in neonatal nutrition and preterm infant development. Her research focuses on optimizing human milk feeding for vulnerable infants, with particular emphasis on brain development and growth outcomes. Dr. Belfort's research interests center on preterm infant nutrition , specifically examining how human milk composition influences growth, body composition, and neurological development in premature infants. Her work investigates the role of specific milk components (including oligosaccharides, lactoferrin, and macronutrients) in promoting optimal outcomes, while addressing health disparities in neonatal care access and implementation. She employs both clinical and translational approaches to bridge laboratory findings with bedside applications in the NICU. Analysis of Dr. Belfort's recent publications reveals a strong focus on human milk science and preterm infant outcomes . Her work spans from basic milk composition analysis to large multicenter clinical studies across diverse populations (including Bangladesh and Brazil). Key themes include the development of brain-specific nutritional indicators, precision fortification approaches, and understanding how early nutritional interventions affect long-term neurodevelopment. Her research increasingly incorporates advanced methodologies like point-of-care milk analysis and sophisticated neuroimaging. R01HD112751 (2023-2028): Infant diet and cardiometabolic risk among children born preterm (PI) R01HD111016 (2022-2026): Development of a brain-specific nutritional status indicator for very preterm infants (PI) R01HD097327 (2019-2024): Targeting human milk fortification to improve preterm infant growth and brain development (PI) K23DK083817 (2008-2014): Balancing the Risk and Benefits of Rapid Weight Gain in Infancy (PI) Dr. Belfort leads a multidisciplinary research team that includes neonatologists, nutrition scientists, neuroimagers, and epidemiologists. Her work involves collaborations with international research groups and participation in major consortia focused on newborn brain development. Current projects examine how human milk components influence brain growth trajectories and develop practical tools for individualized nutritional support in the NICU.

Andrea Pelletier-Baldelliمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
• Social Behavior and Neurodevelopment
• Psychosis Risk Assessment
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Andrea Pelletier-Baldelli is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill , where she works with the Child and Adolescent Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program (CHAAMP) and the Women’s Mood Disorder Program . Her research examines how social behavior and motivation influence adolescent neurodevelopment and risk for severe mental illness, utilizing multimodal assessments and neuroimaging to identify developmental pathways of psychopathology. Her work emphasizes vulnerabilities during the peripubertal period , focusing on: Stress response mechanisms (autonomic and endocrine) Neural connectivity patterns during peer evaluation Psychosis risk biomarkers Social reward processing Key article trends include longitudinal studies on neuroimaging markers, stress-induced connectivity changes, and psychosocial assessments in at-risk youth. Her research spans adolescent psychiatry , neurodevelopmental disorders , and clinical neuroscience . Scientific contributions include: Development of specialized assessment tools (NSI-SR, PINS) Investigations into cerebellar-thalamic tract development Analysis of HPA axis dysfunction in psychosis Studies on postural sway as a biomarker Research on intrinsic religiosity and brain morphology

Johannes Zieglerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Reading
• Dyslexia
• Computational Modeling
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Johannes Ziegler is a CNRS Research Director and Director of the Convergences Institute 'Language, Communication, and the Brain' at Aix-Marseille University. He chairs the Internal Scientific Council of the Pilot Center for Research in Education (AMPIRIC) and serves on France's National Education Scientific Council (CSEN). His research bridges cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and education, with a focus on reading mechanisms, dyslexia, and computational modeling. Ziegler's work emphasizes: Cerebral basis of reading across languages Computational models of normal/pathological reading Development of digital literacy tools (GraphoGame, Hibou) Interventions for learning disabilities in underprivileged schools His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate strong trends in: Neurobiological foundations of dyslexia using fMRI/neural imaging Predictive processing and statistical learning in reading Morphological/semantic influences on word acquisition Technology-assisted literacy interventions Awards: CNRS Bronze Medal (prestigious French research award) Knight of the National Order of Merit (national honor) Leadership & Projects: He directs multidisciplinary teams at ILCB and CRPN labs, overseeing ANR-funded initiatives like the GraphoGame adaptation for French students and the 'Language, Communication, and the Brain' convergence institute.

Wilma Friedmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cellular Neurobiology
• Neurotrophic Factors
• Neuronal Survival and Death Mechanisms
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Wilma Friedman is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Rutgers University–Newark, where she leads the Laboratory of Cellular Neurobiology. Her research focuses on the dual roles of neurotrophic factors in neuronal survival and death, particularly through the p75 neurotrophin receptor (p75NTR), with implications for brain injury, neurodegenerative diseases, and neurodevelopment. Education: B.A., Oberlin College, 1979 Ph.D., The Rockefeller University, 1986 Postdoctoral Training: Karolinska Institute, Stockholm Sweden Dr. Friedman's work investigates context-dependent neurotrophin signaling mechanisms, demonstrating how p75NTR activation can trigger neuronal death or survival based on cellular environment. Her lab employs primary neuronal cultures and in vivo brain injury models to dissect pathways involving proneurotrophins, receptor tyrosine kinases (Trk), and inflammatory mediators. Key discoveries include p75NTR's role in axonal degeneration, cerebellar development, and modulation of astrocyte responses. Analysis of her publications (2014-2024) reveals consistent focus on p75NTR-mediated mechanisms across neurodevelopmental, injury, and disease contexts. Recent work emphasizes cerebellar circuitry, social behavior deficits, oligodendrocyte regulation, and neuroprotective strategies targeting receptor complexes. Her research bridges molecular neuroscience with translational applications for traumatic brain injury and neurodegenerative conditions. Dr. Friedman directs the Laboratory of Cellular Neurobiology, utilizing advanced techniques including in vivo injury models, primary neuronal cultures, and molecular signaling analysis to investigate neurotrophin actions in health and disease.

• Medicine
• Neuroscience
• Molecular Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Frank Achtenhagen is a Professor at the University of Göttingen, actively advising graduate students across diverse biomedical and scientific disciplines. His advisory roles span clinical research, molecular biology, neuroscience, and behavioral studies. Advisor to 20+ doctoral candidates in 2025 alone Research spans cardiological, neurological, and psychological domains Contributions to polymer chemistry and primate fitness studies His recent advisees explore topics including: Cardiovascular health and fitness trackers Neurodegenerative diseases (MS, fibromyalgia) Advanced imaging techniques (micro-CT, optical microscopy) Neurobehavioral interactions and synaptic function Molecular catalyst design for CO₂ utilization Autism epidemiology and healthcare access Current research trends emphasize interdisciplinary approaches bridging clinical practice, molecular innovation, and behavioral neuroscience. Publications from his advisees demonstrate expertise in longitudinal studies, therapeutic development, and material science applications in medicine.

Kelsey Dicksonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Implementation Science
• Child and Adolescent Psychology
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kelsey Dickson, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Child and Family Development at San Diego State University. A licensed clinical psychologist, she specializes in implementation science for evidence-based interventions targeting youth behavioral health conditions in community settings. Her research examines executive functioning mechanisms in neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and focuses on reducing disparities in mental health access. She leads the EFFECT Lab and holds an NIMH Career Development Award. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Child Clinical Psychology with Minor in Quantitative Methods, Kent State University M.A. in Child Clinical Psychology, Kent State University B.A. in Psychology with Minor in Mathematics, Northwestern University Dr. Dickson's research centers on: Development, testing, and implementation of evidence-based interventions in community settings Executive functioning mechanisms in child behavioral health conditions Adaptation processes for community mental health services Reducing disparities for underserved populations Her recent publications (2017-2020) demonstrate a strong focus on implementation science frameworks (particularly EPIS), autism spectrum disorder interventions, and executive functioning research. Work employs mixed-methods approaches to study adaptation processes, cost utilization patterns, and community implementation barriers. Key awards include: NIMH Career Development Award (K23MH115100) for adapting executive functioning interventions for ASD youth SDSU University Grants Program Award for characterizing implementation adaptations As EFFECT Lab director, she mentors students in implementation research while securing active grants focused on community-based intervention testing. The lab conducts community-partnered studies to bridge research-practice gaps in children's mental health services, with current projects adapting executive functioning interventions for ASD youth in real-world settings.

• Clinical Psychology
• Psychotherapy
• Social Anxiety
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Sabrina Golde is a Research Associate in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy at the Department of Education and Psychology, Freie Universität Berlin. She works on the PANDA third-party funded project and is based at Habelschwerdter Allee 45, Room JK 26/238, 14195 Berlin. Her research focuses on the intersection of clinical psychology, neuroscience, and mental health, with particular expertise in adolescent development, trauma, and stress response mechanisms. Dr. Golde's research interests span multiple domains in clinical psychology and neuroscience. She investigates social anxiety, self-beliefs, and emotion regulation processes, with a special focus on how these mechanisms function in adolescents. Her work also explores the neural correlates of stress response, loneliness, and trauma, particularly examining how early life experiences shape brain development and psychological functioning. She employs advanced neuroimaging techniques to uncover the biological underpinnings of mental health conditions. Analysis of Dr. Golde's recent publications reveals a strong focus on adolescent mental health, trauma research, and the neurobiological mechanisms of stress response. Her work frequently examines how social factors like loneliness, peer relationships, and school environments interact with biological stress systems. A recurring theme is the investigation of how childhood trauma affects brain structure and function across the lifespan, with particular attention to women's mental health. Her research bridges clinical psychology with neuroscience to develop a more comprehensive understanding of psychopathology. Dr. Golde is actively involved in several research projects, most notably the PANDA project which appears to focus on developmental aspects of mental health. She collaborates extensively with researchers at Freie Universität Berlin and other institutions, contributing to a wide range of studies examining the neural and psychological mechanisms underlying various mental health conditions.

• Neuropsychology
• Memory
• Epilepsy
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Dr. Michael Gascoigne is a Senior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at Western Sydney University's School of Psychology, a position he has held since September 2021. Previously, he served as a Senior Lecturer at the Australian College of Applied Psychology, where he coordinated the Masters of Psychology (Clinical) degree and acted as postgraduate research coordinator. He maintains strong academic connections as an Honorary Associate of the School of Psychology at the University of Sydney and is an active member of both the Australian Paediatric Neuropsychology Research Network and the International Society for Behavioural Neuroscience. Dr. Gascoigne received both a Doctor of Clinical Psychology and a PhD in neuropsychology from the University of Sydney in 2014. His doctoral research examined memory deficits in children with Idiopathic Generalised or Temporal Lobe epilepsy, conducted collaboratively at the Children's Hospital at Westmead (CHW) and the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. Dr. Gascoigne's research primarily focuses on cognitive deficits in clinical populations, with particular emphasis on memory processes in children with epilepsy. His work has significantly contributed to understanding accelerated long-term forgetting in pediatric epilepsy patients, revealing how memory deficits may not be apparent in standard assessments but emerge over extended periods. His research spans multiple epilepsy types including Idiopathic Generalised Epilepsy and Temporal Lobe Epilepsy, examining how executive functions interact with memory processes. Through systematic reviews and longitudinal studies, Dr. Gascoigne has built a comprehensive understanding of memory rehabilitation approaches for epilepsy patients and the relationship between seizure characteristics and cognitive outcomes. Dr. Gascoigne has supervised numerous graduate students through his role as coordinator of the Masters of Psychology (Clinical) program at the Australian College of Applied Psychology and continues to mentor students at Western Sydney University. His research has been supported through various institutional grants, though specific funding details are not provided in the available information. His collaborative approach is evident through his extensive publication record and professional network across Australian and international institutions.

Ragnhild Eek Brandlistuenمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Child Development
• Neurodevelopment
• Prenatal Exposures
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ragnhild Eek Brandlistuen is a Senior Researcher at the Norwegian Institute of Public Health's Department of Child Health and Development. Her work focuses on child development trajectories, neurodevelopmental outcomes, and mental health impacts within large population-based cohorts. Her research interests center on child development , prenatal exposures , and mental health epidemiology , with particular expertise in analyzing longitudinal data from the Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study (MoBa). She investigates how early childhood education quality, socioeconomic factors, and prenatal medication exposure influence developmental outcomes. Her publication trends reveal consistent focus on pandemic mental health impacts (2020-2025), prenatal medication effects (especially acetaminophen and opioids), and early childhood education quality . Recent work employs advanced methodologies including sibling-controlled designs and nationwide registry linkages. Brandlistuen actively collaborates within international consortia like COVIDMENT and contributes to major epidemiological studies tracking child development through adolescence.

• Information processing in human-machine systems
• Adaptive interfaces
• Perception-action integration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Edmund Wascher serves as Head of Department and Full Professor for Ergonomics at the Leibniz Research Centre for Working Environment and Human Factors, affiliated with the Technical University of Dortmund. With a distinguished career spanning over three decades, he has established himself as a leading researcher in cognitive ergonomics and human factors. His educational background includes a Diploma in Psychology from the University of Graz (1989) and a PhD in Psychology from both the University of Graz and University of Munich (1992). Professor Wascher's research focuses on information processing in human-machine systems, adaptive interfaces, perception-action integration, visual attention, and the neurophysiology of cognitive processing. His work bridges cognitive neuroscience with practical applications in workplace design and human factors engineering. He has made significant contributions to understanding how humans process multisensory information, maintain attention in complex environments, and how these processes change with age. His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a continued focus on cognitive neuroscience methods, particularly EEG studies examining working memory, attentional processes, and multisensory integration. His research increasingly addresses cognitive aging, workplace safety, and the intersection of neurophysiology with practical human factors applications. As Head of Department, Professor Wascher leads research initiatives in experimental ergonomics, with particular emphasis on information processing in complex work environments. His team investigates how cognitive processes can be optimized in various work contexts, from transportation to healthcare settings.