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David Melcherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Perception
• Attention
• +۷ مورد دیگر

David Melcher is Professor of Psychology and Program Head in Psychology at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), where he also serves as a Global Network Professor. He is affiliated with the Division of Science and leads the Perception and Active Cognition Lab, focusing on the integration of perception, attention, memory, and action within a cognitive neuroscience framework. PhD in Psychology and Cognitive Science, Rutgers University (2001) Former researcher and professor in Italy and the UK Current leadership: Program Head, Psychology, NYUAD David Melcher's research centers on cognitive neuroscience , particularly how perception, attention, working memory, eye movements, and self-motion interact to shape cognition and behavior. His lab emphasizes active cognition —the idea that perception is not passive but dynamically shaped by action, context, and goals. He investigates how temporal dynamics in neural processing organize perceptual experiences and guide decision-making. His work spans both healthy and clinical populations, exploring individual differences in spatial and temporal processing across the lifespan. The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on temporal organization in cognition , perception-action coupling , and neural mechanisms of attention and memory . Keywords across these works include cognitive neuroscience, perception, and neuroimaging, with subfields ranging from eye movement research and neural synchrony to computational modeling and clinical neuropsychology. Collectively, they demonstrate a trajectory toward integrative models of brain function that bridge behavioral, neuroimaging, and computational approaches. Among his notable recognitions is the Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contribution to Psychology from the American Psychological Association (2011), highlighting the early impact of his work in cognitive neuroscience. Distinguished Scientific Award for Early Career Contribution to Psychology, APA (2011) David Melcher has advised numerous students through capstone projects in psychology and computer science, fostering interdisciplinary research at the intersection of cognitive science and technology. His research has been generously supported by major funding agencies including the European Research Council , the US National Institutes of Health , the Italian Ministry of Research and Education , and the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Expert Affairs . He also contributes to the academic community as a member of the editorial boards of Journal of Vision , Psychonomic Bulletin & Review , Perception , and iPerception . He leads the Perception and Active Cognition Lab at NYUAD, which employs a multidisciplinary approach combining behavioral experiments, neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG, MEG), eye-tracking, computational modeling, and clinical assessments. The lab’s research aims to understand how the brain constructs stable percepts from dynamic sensory input, particularly during active engagement with the environment.

Nicolas Davidenkoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitive Psychology
• Perception
• Face Recognition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Nicolas Davidenko is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC). He leads the High Level Perception Lab, focusing on behavioral and computational studies of human perception, particularly face recognition, spatial orientation, and visual ambiguity. His work emphasizes 'top-down' processes like attention and expectations. Davidenko holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Stanford University (2006), an M.S. in Statistics from Stanford (2004), and an A.B. in Mathematics from Harvard (1998). His research explores how humans perceive and interpret complex visual information, including studies on illusions, virtual reality, and misophonia. He has developed parametric models of faces to study memory encoding and drawing accuracy. Notable achievements include a Top-10 Finalist placement in the 2015 Best Illusion of the Year Contest for his 'Mind-controlled motion' research. He teaches courses such as PSYC 121 (Perception), PSYC 139K (Face Recognition), and advanced cognitive research seminars. Davidenko also runs the CSASS Matlab Workshops, training researchers in statistical tools. His lab includes graduate students and postdocs, with alumni like Jennifer Day (Ph.D. ’19) and Pat Samermit (Ph.D. ’18). Recent projects include investigations into vection in VR environments, cross-sensory modulation of aversive sounds, and time perception in virtual reality. His work bridges cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and computational modeling, contributing to understanding how perception shapes human interaction with the environment.

• Virtual Reality
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Computer Vision
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert S. Allison is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science at York University's Lassonde School of Engineering. His research focuses on human perceptual responses in virtual environments, stereoscopic vision, and eye movement analysis. He is affiliated with the York Centre for Vision Research, Sensorium (Digital Arts & Technology), and the Centre for Innovation in Computing at Lassonde. His research interests include depth perception in natural and virtual environments, human-computer interface design for VR, machine vision applications, and the measurement of human motion. He has supervised multiple graduate students and contributed to over 260 publications. His work spans topics like cybersickness mitigation, display lag effects, and perceptual adaptation in VR. Key grants include NSERC-funded projects on perception in virtual environments and collaborations with institutions like the Australian Research Council. His teaching includes courses on human perception in human-computer interaction and digital logic design. Recent articles highlight advancements in understanding motion perception, VR-induced sickness, and multisensory integration. He collaborates widely, with affiliations including the VISTA program and York's Connected Minds initiative.

Kirill Zaychikمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهش

• Human perceptual system
• Man-Machine system interaction
• Human-in-the-loop modeling
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Kirill Zaychik is a Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Binghamton University (SUNY). He holds an M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (2001) and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Binghamton University (2009). His career includes industry experience at Bombardier Aerospace (Montreal, Canada) focusing on Fly-by-Wire Control Systems before joining academia in 2012. Education: M.S., Aerospace Engineering, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (2001) Ph.D., Mechanical Engineering, Binghamton University (2009) His research interests span human perceptual systems, man-machine interaction, control systems design, and machine learning applications. Key areas include flight/vehicle simulation, human-in-the-loop modeling, and parameter estimation using numerical methods. He has contributed to projects for NASA and the U.S. Airforce, authoring 19 technical papers. Dr. Zaychik’s publications (2003–2023) focus on advancing control systems, human operator modeling, and simulation technologies. Recent work explores real-time pilot identification via biometrics and adaptive control algorithms. Earlier studies addressed turbulence simulation, vection phenomena, and simulator sickness mitigation. While no scientific awards are mentioned, his research demonstrates significant industry-academic collaboration. He has advised no listed students but contributes to curricula like ME 212 (Mechanical Engineering Programming). No affiliated labs/teams are explicitly noted, though his work aligns with aerospace and mechanical engineering systems research at Binghamton’s Watson School.

Marcin Wojtasińskiمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cognitive Psychology
• Religiosity Studies
• Art Appreciation
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marcin Wojtasiński is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Experimental Psychology, Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His academic career at this institution spans multiple research domains. Assistant Professor (2025) Department of Experimental Psychology affiliation Faculty of Social Sciences membership John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin affiliation Dr. Wojtasiński's research interests intersect Cognitive Psychology , Religiosity Studies , and Art Appreciation . His work explores: Religious symbols' dual dimensions (opportunity vs. challenge) Canonical size phenomenon in memory drawing Flow states in board gaming Religious experience's protective role in migration Neural correlates of empathy and art perception Recent publications show increasing focus on network analysis and statistical modeling of complex psychological phenomena. His 2025 work includes vection research, skill-challenge dynamics, and sound predictability effects on attention. Collaboration patterns reveal frequent work with Małgorzata Tatala , Magdalena Szubielska , and other Polish psychologists. While no specific awards are mentioned, his publication record in Scientific Reports , Religions , and PLoS One demonstrates active scientific contribution.

Anne Kavounoudiasمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multisensory Integration
• Neuroscience
• Body Movement Perception
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anne Kavounoudias is a Professor at Aix-Marseille University, where she serves as Director of the Body & Multisensoriality team within the NeuroMarseille Institute. She also holds the position of Director of EUR Neuroschool, a University Research School that brings together L3, Master and PhD programs in Neurosciences from Aix-Marseille University. Since 2020, she has served as Deputy Director of the NeuroMarseille Institute and previously served as a member of CNU section 69 (2015-2022) and the Board of the Doctoral School of Life and Health Sciences (2019-2021). Dr. Kavounoudias' research focuses on the mechanisms and neural bases underlying multisensory integration in the representation and control of human body movement. Her work sits at the interface of neurophysiology and experimental psychology, examining how muscular proprioceptive, tactile, and visual sensitivities interact to ensure movement perception and control. She conducts studies with healthy adults, elderly subjects to understand adaptive processes during non-pathological aging, and individuals who are transiently deafferented (through immobilization) or permanently (amputees, deafferented patients). Her research methodology incorporates functional brain imaging (fMRI), structural imaging (DWI), MR-spectroscopy of the brain and spinal cord, psychophysical approaches, electromyography, and multisensory stimulations including tendon vibration, visual vection, and tactile vection. Current projects include the ANR ASTRID 'PhantomPain' Project (2021-2025) on phantom pain in amputees, an AMIDEX Excellence Incubator Project (2020-2021) on new therapies for phantom pain, and previous projects like 'DISREMO' (2017-2019) and the ANR JCJC 'MULTISENSE' project (2012-2016). Analysis of Dr. Kavounoudias' recent publications reveals a consistent evolution in her research focus, with increasingly sophisticated neuroimaging approaches to study multisensory integration. Her work demonstrates growing attention to age-related changes in sensory processing and expanding applications to rehabilitation contexts, particularly for amputees and individuals with movement disorders. The publications show a progression from basic research on sensory integration mechanisms to more translational work with clinical applications. Her research has been supported by multiple competitive grants including: ANR ASTRID 'PhantomPain' Project (2021-2025) - Phantom pain in amputees: understanding its central and peripheral origins AMIDEX Excellence Incubator Project (2020-2021) - New therapy for phantom pain after amputation 'DISREMO' Project (2017-2019) - Exploration of audio-haptic interactions in texture perception ANR JCJC 'MULTISENSE' Project (2012-2016) - Multisensory integration and kinesthetic perception As Director of EUR Neuroschool, Dr. Kavounoudias oversees graduate education in neuroscience at Aix-Marseille University, coordinating L3, Master and PhD programs. She previously served as Co-director of the ICN PhD Program and Co-manager of the Brain Master Program, both initiatives aimed at internationalizing neuroscience education at AMU. Dr. Kavounoudias leads the Body & Multisensoriality research team at the NeuroMarseille Institute, where her group investigates the neural mechanisms of body representation and movement control. Her laboratory employs a multidisciplinary approach combining neuroimaging, psychophysics, and electrophysiological techniques to study sensory integration in both healthy and clinical populations, with particular focus on developing rehabilitation approaches for movement disorders.

Andrea Bubkaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Motion Sickness
• Virtual Reality
• Cognitive Psychology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andrea Bubka is a Professor of Psychology at Saint Peter's University, where she has held significant leadership roles including Psychology Department Chair, Interim Dean for the College of Arts and Sciences/School of Business Administration, and Director of Faculty Research and Sponsored Programs. Her academic career spans over two decades of research and administration at this Jesuit institution. Ph.D. from Adelphi University M.A. from Central Michigan University B.S. from Oakland University Dr. Bubka's research program bridges cognitive psychology and applied human factors, with foundational work on memory, language processing, and lexical ambiguity evolving into a sustained focus on motion sickness and visually-induced self-motion perception. Her investigations into cybersickness mechanisms in virtual environments and 3D displays have established her as a leading authority, addressing critical challenges in aviation, spaceflight simulation, and emerging display technologies. She employs rigorous experimental paradigms including optokinetic drums, flight simulators, and virtual reality systems to study sensory conflict and adaptation. Her publication trajectory reveals a strategic shift from theoretical cognitive studies to translational research with practical countermeasures. Recent work emphasizes wearable technology for motion sickness mitigation, visual-vestibular integration, and training protocols for high-stress environments like suborbital spaceflight. This evolution demonstrates her commitment to solving real-world problems through interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Bubka has secured competitive funding from the National Science Foundation and U.S. Department of Education for projects addressing motion sickness in virtual environments. Her teaching philosophy centers on experiential learning, where students conduct original research in statistics and cognitive psychology. Media outlets including The New York Times, Fox Business News, and the Science Channel have featured her expertise on motion sickness phenomena, highlighting the societal relevance of her work. Her laboratory investigations have produced innovative solutions such as visual fixation devices for motion sickness alleviation and protocols for reducing simulator sickness in virtual training systems. Current research continues to explore the intersection of visual processing, spatial orientation, and technology-induced discomfort, with implications for military, aerospace, and consumer VR applications.

• Cognitive Neuroscience
• Experimental Psychology
• Human Factors
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paweł Stróżak is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Experimental Psychology, Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin. His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience, perception, and memory processes using ERP methodology. Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Institution: John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin Department: Experimental Psychology Research interests include event-related potentials (ERP) , spatial disorientation phenomena , cognitive control mechanisms , and mindfulness effects on memory . His work often intersects aviation psychology and media processing. Scientific publications demonstrate strong focus on recognition memory , vection studies , and neural correlates of spatial disorientation . Key journals include Frontiers in Human Neuroscience , ACTA PSYCHOLOGICA , and Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance . 2021 - Polish Journal of Aviation Medicine award for simulator sickness research 2011 - Doctoral scholarship for ERP studies Active in international conferences like International Conference on Cognitive Neuroscience and Faces of Neuroscience , with collaborations across Poland and Italy.

Juno Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Virtual Reality
• Cybersickness
• Multi-sensory Integration
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Juno Kim is a distinguished academic at the University of New South Wales, affiliated with the School of Optometry and Vision Science within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. She maintains an active research laboratory known as the Sensory Processes Research Laboratory and teaches several courses including VISN1101 Vision Science Perspectives, OPTM3201 Ocular Imaging and Applied Vision Science, VISN5512 Sensory Processes and Movement, and OPTM7218 Research Project. Professor Kim earned her PhD in Psychology from the University of Sydney in 2005, following a BSc (Honours-I) in 1998 and BSc studies in Computer Science, Psychology and Mathematical Statistics in 1997, all from the University of Sydney. Her research focuses on understanding how humans perceive real-world and virtual environments, with particular expertise in virtual reality and cybersickness, multi-sensory integration, and visual perception of materials (gloss, color, shape, transparency). She investigates how the brain infers information about physical properties through neural signals from our six senses, with strengths in visual and vestibular neurophysiology. Her work has significant applications in head-mounted display virtual reality (HMD VR) for interactive entertainment and health-related gamification. Professor Kim has received notable recognition including the 2022 Educational Excellence Award from the Faculty of Medicine and Health. She has secured multiple ARC grants, including the 2023 ARC Discovery Project 'Enhancing sensory perception and balance control in HMD-based VR', the 2021 ARC Discovery Project 'Unleashing the potential of VR: reducing sickness in head-mounted displays', the 2014 ARC Future Fellowship 'Image constraints on the perception of surfaces and materials', and the 2010 ARC Discovery Project 'The perception of surfaces and materials'. She actively collaborates with industry partners including Bandicoot Imaging Sciences, Video Games Deluxe, Canon Inc, and NATO (HFM-MSG-346). Professor Kim supervises research in vestibular neurophysiology, human movement, material and surface perception, virtual reality, and perception of self-motion. Current supervision topics include perception of surface shape and translucency, virtual environments, self-motion perception (vection), corneal nerve morphology in ophthalmology, and Galvanic Vestibular Stimulation for HMD VR.

• Image Processing
• Signal Processing
• 3D Environments
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stuart Perry is a Professor at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), serving as Head of Discipline for Signal Processing and Analytics in the School of Electrical and Data Engineering. He holds affiliations with UTS' Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, the Global Big Data Technologies Centre, and the Visualization Institute. With over 20 years of experience, his career spans roles at DSTO and Canon Information Systems Research Australia (CiSRA), focusing on image processing, signal processing, and perceptual quality measurement. Perry co-directs the Perceptual Imaging Laboratory (PILab), researching 3D environments, light field technologies, and human perception in immersive realities. He actively contributes to international standards committees like ISO/TC42 and ISO/SC29/WG7, leading JPEG's point cloud coding efforts. His research emphasizes adaptive image processing, machine learning-driven object detection, and medical imaging applications. Perry has authored 60+ publications, two books, and 20 patents. Current projects include VR empathy case studies, point cloud compression, and disaster management digital transformation. Education: PhD in Engineering, University of Sydney (1999) Research Interests: His work bridges computational imaging and human perception, addressing challenges in augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR), 3D scanning, and immersive media. Key areas include light field and point cloud coding, psychophysics of visual perception, and medical diagnostics via machine learning. He explores how perceptual principles can optimize interactive technologies for education, healthcare, and entertainment. Recent Research Trends: Recent articles focus on 3D Gaussian splatting, glaucoma detection via deep learning, and JPEG Pleno standards for plenoptic imaging. His work balances technical innovation (e.g., efficient point cloud compression) with human-centric design (e.g., reducing VR motion sickness through display lag analysis). Awards & Recognition: Member of IEEE and founding SPINet participant. Over 60 refereed publications and 20 patents highlight his industry-academic impact. Grants & Leadership: Leads SmartSat CRC projects on yield estimation and Aus4innovation-funded disaster response tech. Manages grants totaling millions AUD. Editorial roles include Associate Editor of SPIE/IS&T Journal of Electronic Imaging. Labs & Collaborations: PILab collaborates internationally on perceptual imaging standards. Active in ISO committees shaping future media technologies.

Bernhard Rieckeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Virtual Reality
• Spatial Cognition
• Human-Computer Interaction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Bernhard Riecke is Professor at Simon Fraser University's School of Interactive Arts & Technology, specializing in human-centered technologies. His research explores how immersive virtual environments can enhance spatial cognition, induce transformative experiences, and support mental well-being. Research focuses on multisensory integration in VR, including spatial orientation mechanisms, vection illusions, and applications in therapeutic contexts like exposure therapy for phobias. Recent work examines how biofeedback and embodied interaction can foster mindfulness and emotional resonance in mixed-reality systems. As founder of the iSpace Lab, he mentors graduate students in projects spanning VR-induced awe, cybersickness mitigation, and cross-modal perception. His collaborative work integrates artistic practice with technological innovation to create meaningful immersive experiences.

Lars Kooijmanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Virtual Reality
• Psychophysiology
• Eye-tracking
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lars Kooijman is a Research Fellow at Impact Labs and a member of the Steering Committee at the Monash Business Behavioural Laboratory at Monash University. He holds a Doctoral Degree in Engineering from Deakin University (2020–2024), specializing in Vibrotactile stimulation for self-motion sensations in Virtual Reality. His research focuses on Virtual Reality methodologies, psychophysiology, and human factors, with contributions to neuropsychological assessment tools and workplace safety interventions. Key research areas include eye-tracking, multisensory processing, traffic psychology, and the application of Virtual Reality in education and healthcare. He has co-authored projects funded by the Australian Department of Social Services, focusing on leveraging VR for employment support for individuals with intellectual disabilities. His work addresses challenges in user experience safety, wearable medical devices, and algorithm optimization for motion cueing systems. He has received the Applied Ergonomics Journal Best Paper Award 2021 for contributions to human factors research. Collaborations span international institutions, with active involvement in driving simulation and pedestrian-vehicle interaction studies.

• Multisensory Body Self-Perception
• Virtual Reality (iVR) Methodology
• Experimental Psychopathology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Martin Dobricki is a researcher affiliated with the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics , where he co-leads the group Perception and Action in Virtual Environments since 2012. His work focuses on human multisensory body self-perception, utilizing immersive virtual reality (iVR) setups to study phenomena like bodily self-identification, spatial presence, agency, and optically induced self-motion perception (vection). He has also developed iVR tools for experimental psychopathology and psychophysical procedures for measuring face and body self-perception. Education : Doctorate (2008) and Master of Science (2003) from the University of Zurich. Academic Roles : Co-leader of a research group (since 2012), Postdoc (2011–2012), and Research Fellow (2009–2011). Clinical Experience : Psychologist at Medical Center Geissberg, Kloten (2006). Teaching : Lecturer in experimental psychology and psychopathology at the University of Zurich (2006–2008). His research spans multisensory integration , sensorimotor control , and experimental psychopathology , with methodological innovations in iVR and psychophysical measurements. Recent work includes dynamic body self-perception in interactive VR environments and clinical applications for stress-related disorders. Scientific Awards : Postdoc fellowship from the Max Planck Society (2013–2014) Swiss National Science Foundation fellowship (2011–2013)

• Multisensory Perception
• Vection
• Virtual Reality
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Stephen Palmisano is a Professor in the School of Psychology at the University of Wollongong (UOW), Australia, since 2021. He received his PhD in 1997 from the University of New South Wales under Scientia Professor Barbara Gillam and worked as a postdoctoral fellow with Distinguished Professor Ian P. Howard at York University, Canada. His research focuses on multisensory self-motion perception, vection (illusory self-motion), and cybersickness in virtual reality (VR) environments, particularly using head-mounted displays (HMDs). He leads the Perception and Action Laboratory at UOW, investigating how visual cues influence postural control and stereoscopic depth perception. Education: PhD in Psychology (University of New South Wales, 1993–1997), Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (University of New South Wales, 1992). Stephen’s work explores the interplay between sensory conflict, visual perception, and VR-induced discomfort. His recent studies examine display lag effects on postural stability, vection dynamics, and predictive models for cybersickness. He has secured multiple grants, including Discovery Projects and Linkage Infrastructure Equipment & Facilities funding, to advance VR applications in training and human-computer interaction. Scientific Awards: 2023 Commendation for Excellence in Teaching (PSYC328) 2021 Outstanding Contribution to Research Award (UOW School of Psychology) 2015 Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Interdisciplinary Research Excellence 2010/2006 Trailblazer Prize for Research Innovation and Commercialisation (UOW) 1992 University Medal (University of New South Wales) He supervises PhD students in areas like VR sickness mitigation, multisensory perception, and translucency simulation. His teaching spans perception, cognition, and statistics in psychology programs at UOW and UNSW.

• Experimental Psychology
• Mathematical Psychology
• Perceptual Psychology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Masaki Mori is an Assistant Professor at Waseda University's Center for Data Science and holds concurrent appointments as Visiting Scientist at the University of Padova's Department of Developmental Psychology and Socialisation, Affiliated Faculty at Waseda's Global Education Center, and Senior Researcher at Keio Research Institute at SFC. He holds a Ph.D. in Media and Governance from Keio University. His research bridges experimental psychology and mathematical modeling, focusing on visual perception mechanisms, embodied cognition, and social attention. Research Interests: Mori investigates spatial perception anomalies (e.g., vection inhibition during object grasping), visual illusions (scintillating grid phenomena), and face/body perception in clinical populations. His work employs psychophysics, differential equation modeling, and VR technologies to study: Geometrical properties of gaze perception spaces Multisensory integration in body ownership illusions Autistic traits' impact on sensory processing Cultural differences in face awareness Honors & Awards: Recognized for illusion research with multiple awards including the Illusion Contest Prize (2022, 2023), Japanese Psychonomic Society's Excellent Presentation Award (2022), and SFC Faculty Award (2021). Professional Activities: Serves on committees for the Society of Instrument and Control Engineers, examines for the Global Scientist Award, and edits for the Vision Society of Japan. Leads grants from Waseda University and JSPS on visual perception and individual differences.