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Caitlin Wardمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bayesian Statistics
• Infectious Disease Modeling
• Spatio-Temporal Modeling
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Caitlin Ward, PhD is an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota's Division of Biostatistics & Health Data Science. Her work bridges methodological development and interdisciplinary collaboration. Education : PhD/MSc in Biostatistics (University of Iowa), BS in Statistics (Iowa State) Methodologically, she specializes in Bayesian modeling for complex systems, particularly infectious disease dynamics , spatio-temporal analysis , and multiplex imaging data . Collaboratively, she engages with: Nursing (dementia care communication) Neuroradiology (brain tumor classification) Veterinary medicine (Mycoplasma bovis transmission) Public health (vaccine hesitancy) Education (open educational resources) Her 15 most recent publications span epidemiological modeling , healthcare communication , and machine learning applications . Key contributions include: Bayesian SEIR models for behavioral change Network analysis of care coalitions Evaluation of elderspeak communication impacts Development of open-source BayesSEIR R package Statistical methods for imperfect diagnostics Recognitions include the CANSSI Distinguished Postdoctoral Fellowship and Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award . Current projects focus on making biostatistics education more accessible through open resources.

Riccardo Beltramoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Visual Processing
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Riccardo Beltramo is an Assistant Professor and University Lecturer in Neurophysiology at the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience, University of Cambridge. As a Sir Henry Dale Fellow, he leads research on neural circuits in visual processing, spatial navigation, and cognitive control. His lab investigates how ancient and modern brain regions like the superior colliculus and visual cortex interact to produce adaptive behaviors. Key techniques include chronic electrophysiology, two-photon imaging, optogenetics, and virtual reality behavioral paradigms, focusing on stress-induced anxiety and sensory processing pathologies. Recent publications highlight studies on tecto-thalamic pathways, somatosensory cortical dynamics, and evolutionary integration of visual systems. His work combines single-cell RNA sequencing, structured illumination, and advanced photonic tools to dissect neural circuitry. Eppendorf & Science Prize (2020) Sir Henry Dale Fellowship Current students include PhD researchers Sally Zeidan and Maja Skretowska. Lab contact: beltramolab@gmail.com

• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Sensory Processing
• Temporal Processing
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Dr. Catherine Jones is a Reader and Director of the Wales Autism Research Centre at Cardiff University's School of Psychology. Her work focuses on understanding autism through perceptual processing mechanisms, including sensory and temporal processing, and improving outcomes for autistic individuals. She leads projects on autism diagnosis, co-occurrence with eating disorders, and multi-sensory environment research. Jones has been recognized with Cardiff University's Healthcare and People's Choice Awards (2019) for her contributions. Education: BSc Psychology (First Class Honours, UCL), PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience (UCL Institute of Neurology). Research Interests: Sensory processing, temporal perception, autism-anorexia overlap, and neurodiversity advocacy. Her research highlights the importance of sensory environments and diagnostic tools like the Signposting Questionnaire for Autism (SQ-A). Collaborations with Welsh Government and European partners emphasize public awareness and professional training. Jones supervises PhD students exploring autism and eating disorders, and she teaches developmental psychology and neurodevelopmental disorders at Cardiff University. Key projects include the SEDAF initiative on autism-anorexia links and the Wales Autism Research Centre's multi-sensory environment studies. Her work bridges clinical practice and academic research, aiming to enhance support for autistic individuals.

• Medical Image Processing
• Machine Learning
• Neuroscience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ho Sung Kim is an Associate Research Professor of Neurology at the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine, working with the USC-INI (USC Institute for Neuroimaging and Informatics) and USC-LONI (Laboratory of Neuro Imaging). His research spans an interdisciplinary cross-section of Medical Image Processing, Machine Learning, and Neuroscience covering clinical neurology and neuropsychiatry. Dr. Kim's research focuses on three primary domains: 1) Prediction of neurodevelopmental outcomes in neonates with clinical conditions such as preterm birth and congenital heart disease; 2) Neuroimaging data quality controls through implementation of the LONI-QC system; and 3) Prediction of brain age and accelerated aging due to neurodegeneration using deep learning approaches. His work applies advanced analytic frameworks including cortical morphometry, voxel-based morphometry, and structural network analysis to assess brain structure in both healthy and pathological conditions. His research portfolio demonstrates consistent focus on brain imaging analysis techniques applied to diverse neurological conditions including stroke, epilepsy, dementia, sleep disorders, and hearing impairment. The most recent publications show increasing integration of deep learning methods with traditional neuroimaging approaches to develop more accurate predictive models for clinical outcomes. Baxter Foundation Faculty Fellowship Award (2017-2018) ISMRM Young Investigator Award (2016) Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships (2015-2017) FRSQ Post-doctoral fellowship (2014-2016) Sleep Research Society Abstract Excellence Award (2013) Dr. Kim leads research projects that analyze BIG DATA of brain imaging to better understand mechanisms involved in various neurological diseases. His work with the LONI-QC system provides valuable tools for the broader neuroimaging community. Current research directions include developing convolutional neural network-based models to estimate brain age and determine risk scores for neurodegenerative diseases, with particular attention to how these models can be translated to clinical applications for early intervention. At USC-INI and USC-LONI, Dr. Kim's team continues to expand their techniques to analyze large-scale brain imaging datasets, working at the intersection of computational methods and clinical neuroscience to address fundamental questions about brain structure, function, and pathology across the lifespan.

• Neuroscience
• Psychology
• Moral Psychology
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Dr. Abigail Marsh is a Professor at Georgetown University, renowned for her research on the neural and psychological mechanisms underlying altruism, psychopathy, and moral decision-making. She explores how fear, empathy, and social connectedness shape prosocial behavior, with a focus on extraordinary altruists and individuals with antisocial traits. Her work integrates neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral economics to understand human morality and its extremes. Key research areas include the neural architecture of altruism, the role of amygdala and oxytocin in social behavior, and the developmental pathways linking trauma to psychopathy. She has conducted large-scale international studies on climate psychology, social discounting, and the ethical implications of human challenge trials. Her findings have been published in top journals and inform debates on societal well-being and altruistic behavior. Marsh collaborates globally, including with the ENIGMA Consortium and the International Climate Psychology Collaboration. Her studies often use neuroimaging, meta-analyses, and experimental designs to bridge basic science and real-world applications.

Evelyne Mercureمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Developmental Neuroscience
• Cognitive Development
• Language Acquisition
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Evelyne Mercure is an Independent Research Fellow at University College London (UCL), specializing in developmental neuroscience and cognitive development. Her research focuses on how experience shapes functional specialization in the brain, particularly in infants exposed to diverse language environments. She uses neuroimaging techniques (fMRI, ERP, NIRS) to study social stimuli processing, with a current emphasis on hearing infants of deaf mothers to explore experience-dependent plasticity. Her work bridges developmental psychology, linguistics, and machine learning, addressing topics like bilingualism, audiovisual integration, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Key research interests include the impact of language experience on brain development, mechanisms of social attention, and the role of early sensory input in shaping cognition. She collaborates with the Contact Visual Communication research group and employs advanced computational methods (e.g., GRU neural networks) to analyze mother-infant interaction dynamics. Her publications span topics from neuroimaging studies of bilingual infants to theoretical frameworks in aesthetic appreciation during early development. Despite no explicitly listed awards, her work has been consistently published in high-impact venues since 2004, with recent focus on practical and computational approaches to understanding developmental processes.

• Alcohol Use Disorders
• Epidemiology
• Mental Health
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Associate Professor Louise Mewton is a public health researcher affiliated with the Matilda Centre at the University of Sydney’s Faculty of Medicine and Health. She also holds a visiting role at the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing, UNSW Sydney, and collaborates with the COSMIC Collaborators and the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME). Her research focuses on alcohol use disorders across the lifespan, emphasizing their cognitive impacts in gestation, adolescence, and older adulthood. She leads projects on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) teacher resources, neurodevelopmental studies using ABCD Study data, and global dementia epidemiology via COSMIC cohort harmonization. Mewton has secured $16M in funding from NHMRC, NIH, and other bodies to support her work. Her research interests include population neuroscience, comorbidity between mental health and substance use disorders, diagnostic models of psychopathology, and biostatistical methods. Key projects include a randomized controlled trial of an online alcohol intervention in older adults and a large-scale study on the general factor of psychopathology in adolescents. Mewton’s work also addresses pandemic mental health, particularly emotion regulation strategies during the 2020 pandemic year. Awards & Honours : 2024 Fulbright Scholar UNSW Scientia Career Development Fellowship (2019–2022) Young Tall Poppy Science Award (2017) Multiple national and international grants (e.g., NIH, NHMRC) Grants and advising: Mewton leads the $16M-funded ‘Rethink My Drink’ trial targeting older adults and collaborates on global dementia initiatives. She advises research students like Nicholas HOY on transdiagnostic mental health models. Her grants include the Matilda Centre-UCSD Compact for adolescent health research and NIH-supported projects exploring alcohol-dementia links. She also contributed to the Climate Schools Combined Trial, a long-term prevention program. Labs and teams: She is part of the Matilda Centre, Brain and Mind Centre, and COSMIC collaboration. Her work bridges clinical research, population health, and digital intervention design.

Christian Keysersمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Social Neuroscience
• Neural Basis of Empathy
• Mirror Neurons
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Christian Keysers is a leading full professor of Social Neuroscience at the University of Amsterdam and head of the Social Brain Lab at the Netherlands Institute for Neuroscience (NIN). He has held tenured positions since 2000, focusing on the neural basis of empathy, mirror neurons, and social cognition across species. Department Head, Social Brain Lab, NIN (2010–now) Full Professor, Social Neuroscience, University of Amsterdam (2014–now) Full Professor, Social Brain, University of Groningen (2007–2014) His research explores how mirror neurons and embodied cognition underpin empathy, using neuroimaging, electrophysiology, and animal models. He has pioneered cross-species approaches, linking empathic mechanisms in humans and rodents to prosocial behavior and moral conflict. Recent publications highlight his work on predictive coding , altruism , and touch interventions . His findings have been published in Nature Neuroscience , Current Biology , and PLoS Biology . Scientific Awards: ERC Consolidator Grant (2012) VICI Grant (2016) Marie Curie Excellence Grant (2005) IPPY Prize for 'The Empathic Brain' (2012) Keysers actively shapes European research policy as a member of the Future and Emerging Technologies advisory board and the Young Academy of Europe. His book 'The Empathic Brain' won critical acclaim for science communication.

Carlos Miguel Martins Camposمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Social Cognition
• Neurobiology
• Psychopathy
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Carlos Miguel Martins Campos is an Assistant Professor at Lusófona University , conducting core research at the HEI-Lab - Digital Human-Environment Interaction Lab and collaborating with the Center for Rehabilitation Research (Polytechnic Institute of Porto). His work bridges social and affective neuroscience, focusing on interoception, psychopathy, empathy, and their links to psychopathology. Dr. Campos leads two major funded projects: Interoceptively Expecting (FCT-funded) examines interoception's longitudinal role in pregnancy and early parenthood, while Empathic Heart (BIAL Foundation) explores neurophysiological links between empathy and interoception. He integrates behavioral, neurophysiological, and computational methods, with advanced training at institutions like the Donders Institute and Oxford University. His recent publications span social cognition , neurobiology , and mental health , emphasizing interoception's role in psychopathy dimensions and maternal-infant bonding. He supervises students across levels (>45 undergraduates, 12 masters, 1 PhD) and serves on editorial boards for journals like Frontiers in Psychology . Collaborations include COMPETE2020 and FCT grants, with a focus on neuroplasticity and predictive processing frameworks.

Ilkka Nissiläمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Biomedical Optics
• Neuroimaging
• Optical Tomography
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Ilkka Nissilä, Ph.D., is a Staff Scientist at the Department of Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering , Aalto University. With a career spanning over two decades, his work focuses on diffuse optical tomography , near-infrared spectroscopy , and neonatal brain imaging . He served as a Principal Investigator for the Academy of Finland-funded project Multimodal neuroimaging of children (2016–2018) and has collaborated internationally through visiting researcher appointments. Education : Doctoral Degree in Engineering, Helsinki University of Technology (2004) Master's Degree in Engineering, Helsinki University of Technology (1998) Research Themes : Biomedical optics and optical tomography for brain imaging Neurovascular coupling and hemodynamic responses Developmental neuroscience in infants/children Emotional and sensory processing in early life Algorithm development for image reconstruction Integration of NIRS with TMS/MEG/EEG Article Trends : Recent work combines deep learning with diffuse optical tomography for improved brain imaging Studies maternal mental health impacts on child brain development Advances frequency-domain data utilization and 3D anatomical modeling in neonatal studies Activities : Visiting Researcher (2001–2008) at multiple foreign institutions Conference Presentations Media Impact : 2023: AI-Mind General Assembly participation 2022: Co-developed a skin-stroking device for alcohol cravings 2019: Maternal anxiety effects on infant brain covered in Finnish media Collaborations : International partnerships in biomedical optics Interdisciplinary work with pediatric and psychiatric researchers

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuroscience
• Psychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Dariusz Asanowicz is a full-time professor at the Jagiellonian University's Institute of Psychology and leads the BrainBeat Lab . He earned his Ph.D. in psychology from Jagiellonian University in 2010 and completed postdoctoral training under Rolf Verleger at the University of Lübeck (2013-2015). His research focuses on the integration of distributed brain codes into coherent conscious representations , the role of attention in neural integration , and the neural mechanisms linking attention to intentional actions . Key methodologies include EEG and neural oscillation analysis . He currently leads two major projects: Rhythms of Attention (NCN Opus 23, 2023-2027) : Investigates the causal role of neural oscillations in selective attention. Spatiotemporal Dynamics of Multimodal Attention (NCN Opus 17, 2019-2025) : Collaborative effort with BMS Faculty (UT), Faculty of Physics (Adam Mickiewicz University), and Jagiellonian University. Contact: d.asanowicz@uj.edu.pl (office hours by prior arrangement). Full publication list available via USOS system and Google Scholar .

• Comparative Neuroanatomy
• Neuroimaging
• Evolutionary Neuroscience
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Rogier Mars is a Professor of Neurosciences and MRC Senior Non-clinical Fellow at the University of Oxford, affiliated with the Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN) and St Hilda's College. His research focuses on understanding how brain structure and function evolve in response to environmental challenges, combining human neuroimaging techniques (e.g., fMRI, TMS) with comparative analyses of post-mortem animal brains. Key projects include cross-species tractography, cortical surface reconstruction pipelines, and evolutionary studies of language-related neural infrastructure. Research interests emphasize structural connectomics, neuroecology, and primate brain evolution. His work bridges human and non-human primate neuroanatomy, exploring adaptations in brain organization across species. Recent publications highlight innovations in imaging techniques like hybrid MRI-microscopy and computational tools for multi-species brain comparisons. Scientific awards include the prestigious MRC Senior Non-clinical Fellowship. He leads the Neuroecology & Anatomy Lab and the Preclinical Imaging Group, advancing open-access resources such as the Digital Brain Bank for post-mortem datasets. Collaborative efforts prioritize multi-center initiatives to standardize protocols for neuroimaging and comparative neuroscience.

• Neuroscience
• Psychology
• Speech and language
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sharon Geva is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology and Neuroscience at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), affiliated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the School of Psychology, Sport and Sensory Science. She joined ARU in 2022 following post-doctoral positions at University College London's Institute of Child Health and Wellcome Trust Centre for Human Neuroimaging. Her academic background includes: PhD in Clinical Neuroscience from University of Cambridge MSc in Neuroscience from University of Oxford BSc (Hons) in Psychology and Biology from The Hebrew University, Jerusalem Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy UKCGE Recognised Research Supervisor status Geva's research program centers on cognitive neuroscience approaches to language, memory, and inner speech across the lifespan. She investigates cognitive processing and impairments following brain damage using multimodal methods including structural/functional MRI and neuropsychological testing. Key research domains include: Brain mechanisms underlying speech/language impairments and recovery after stroke Variability in inner speech in healthy adults and post-stroke populations Relationships between inner speech and other cognitive functions Neurodevelopmental aspects of language and memory systems Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on neural correlates of language processing, with emphasis on lesion-symptom mapping in stroke survivors, cerebellar contributions to speech, inner speech measurement, and neuroplasticity in language recovery. Research frequently employs advanced neuroimaging (fMRI) combined with behavioral analysis across adult and pediatric populations. Geva actively supervises research students in areas including acquired language disorders, normal language processing, short-term memory, and inner speech variability. She leads modules in Imaging and Diagnostics in Cognitive Neuroscience , Mind and Behaviour , and Current Theoretical Issues in Cognitive Neuroscience . As a member of ARU's Centre for Mind and Behaviour, she collaborates on interdisciplinary neuroscience initiatives and serves as Topic Editor for Frontiers in Human Neuroscience (Rising Stars in Speech and Language 2023).

• Neurobiology
• Somatosensory System
• Touch Perception
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David D Ginty is the Edward R. and Anne G. Lefler Professor of Neurobiology and Head of the Department of Neurobiology at Harvard Medical School. His research focuses on understanding the neurobiological basis of touch perception, neural circuits underlying somatosensory functions, and developmental mechanisms of sensory neurons. His work integrates molecular genetics, electrophysiology, and behavioral analyses to study touch-related disorders like autism spectrum disorders and neuropathic pain. The Ginty Lab is located at the Goldenson Building in Boston. Research interests include mechanosensory neuron subtypes, spinal cord circuit organization, and molecular mechanisms of touch dysfunction. He leads a team investigating how sensory inputs shape neural circuits and influence behavior. His lab’s findings contribute to therapeutic strategies for sensory and developmental disorders. Key areas of exploration involve the somatosensory system’s role in tactile discrimination, pain signaling, and the interplay between sensory experience and neural development. Recent work emphasizes translational research, targeting mechanoreceptor dysfunction and synaptic plasticity in disease models.

Gareth Barkerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Neuroscience
• Psychiatry
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Professor Gareth Barker is a Professor of Magnetic Resonance Physics at King’s College London, affiliated with the Department of Neuroimaging within the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN). He leads research in quantitative MRI techniques, including T1/T2 mapping, diffusion tensor imaging, and magnetisation transfer measurements, with applications to neurological and psychiatric disorders. His work focuses on developing MRI protocols for patient populations and advancing near-silent acquisition methods. He chairs doctoral student progress committees and contributes to research ethics governance. Education: PhD in Physics from the University of Nottingham (1986), BSc in Engineering (1982). Career milestones include roles at the University of Florida (1986-1988) and University College London (1988-2002) before joining King’s College London in 2002. He co-leads the Wellcome EPSRC Centre for Medical Engineering, focusing on medical imaging innovation. Research Interests: Neuroscience applications of MRI, neuroimaging technology development, psychiatric disorder diagnostics, and translational neuroimaging. Key projects include the IMAGEN study (adolescent brain development), c-VEDA cohort (child vulnerability), and STRATA schizophrenia research. Scientific Contributions: Over 600 peer-reviewed publications, including seminal work on MRI technique optimisation (e.g., 2006 Brain and Cognition paper on study design). Awards include Fellowship in the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine. Grants/Teams: Principal Investigator on grants for accelerated MRI in Alzheimer’s, silent MRI for MS, and deep learning in imaging. Collaborates with institutions globally on neuroimaging initiatives.