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Work with thought leaders and academic experts in cognitive neuroscience

Companies can greatly benefit from working with experts in the field of Cognitive Neuroscience. These researchers can provide valuable insights into consumer behavior, decision-making processes, and the impact of various stimuli on the brain. By collaborating with Cognitive Neuroscience experts, companies can enhance their research and development efforts, optimize product design and user experience, and create more effective marketing strategies. Additionally, these experts can help companies understand the neural mechanisms underlying mental health disorders and develop innovative solutions for treatment and prevention. Overall, partnering with Cognitive Neuroscience researchers can lead to improved business outcomes and a competitive edge in the market.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in cognitive neuroscience include Daniel Milej, Ph.D., Dr. Charles Lassiter, Ph.D., Ping Luo, Savannah Lokey, Ph.D., Yseult Héjja-Brichard, Ph.D., Jo Boaler, Ryan Howell, David J. Hamilton, PhD, and Aditya Kshirsagar.

Daniel Milej, Ph.D.

London, Ontario, Canada
Ph.D. in biomedical engineering
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (31)
Biomedical Optics
NIRS
fNIRS
Diffuse Correlation Spectroscopy
CBF
And 26 more
About
Dr. Daniel Milej is a multidisciplinary researcher with experience in medical biophysics, electronics, biocybernetics, biomedical optics and engineering. He is highly knowledgeable and experienced in a range of research techniques. He is currently a Research Associate at the Lawson Health Research Institute, leading the transition of multimodal optical imaging systems from a research setting to clinical use in an ICU and OR environment, working closely with teams of nurses, surgeons, doctors and respiratory therapists. Previously he was a postdoctoral fellow working on developing noninvasive modalities for brain activity monitoring in the Department of Medical Biophysics at Western University. Before that, Dr. Milej worked as a researcher at the Nalecz Institute of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering. He obtained his Ph.D. in 2014 from the Polish Academy of Science, specializing in Electronics and Biomedical Engineering. He received his MSc from the Military University of Technology in 2008.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

91 total publications

Assessment of cerebral perfusion in post-traumatic brain injury patients with the use of ICG-bolus tracking method

NeuroImage / Jan 01, 2014

Weigl, W., Milej, D., Gerega, A., Toczylowska, B., Kacprzak, M., Sawosz, P., Botwicz, M., Maniewski, R., Mayzner-Zawadzka, E., & Liebert, A. (2014). Assessment of cerebral perfusion in post-traumatic brain injury patients with the use of ICG-bolus tracking method. NeuroImage, 85, 555–565. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroimage.2013.06.065

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Dr. Charles Lassiter, Ph.D.

Spokane, Washington, United States of America
Associate professor of philosophy with publications on mind, language, knowledge, and culture
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (13)
philosophy of mind
embodied cognition
extended cognition
philosophy of language
social psychology
And 8 more
About
My research is at the intersection of mind, technology, and culture. I regularly publish on topics including: 1\. embodied and encultured cognition 2\. computational models of reasoning 3\. epistemology of expertise Outside of my publishing work, I have taught philosophy at the undergraduate and graduate levels since 2015. My other professional role includes helping other humanists be more public-facing in their own research. Finally, I gather and analyze data from the philosophy job market on my blog: https://charleslassiter.weebly.com/blog
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

22 total publications

Review of David Chalmers, Reality+: virtual Worlds and the problems of Philosophy, New York: W.W. Norton & Company, 2022

Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences / Oct 20, 2022

Lassiter, C., & Kagan, A. (2022). Review of David Chalmers, Reality+: virtual Worlds and the problems of Philosophy, New York: W.W. Norton & Company, 2022. Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11097-022-09864-0

New Ontological Foundations for Extended Minds: Causal Powers Realism

Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences / Jun 10, 2022

Lassiter, C., & Vukov, J. (2022). New Ontological Foundations for Extended Minds: Causal Powers Realism. Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11097-022-09817-7

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Ping Luo

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Bioinformatics Specialist at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre with experience in deep learning
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (21)
single-cell genomics
deep learning
complex network analysis
Genetics (clinical)
Genetics
And 16 more
About
8 years of science and engineering experience integrating multi-omics data to identify biomarkers for cancer studies. Seeking to apply data analytics expertise to develop new diagnosis and treatment strategies.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

23 total publications

CASNMF: A Converged Algorithm for symmetrical nonnegative matrix factorization

Neurocomputing / Jan 01, 2018

Tian, L.-P., Luo, P., Wang, H., Zheng, H., & Wu, F.-X. (2018). CASNMF: A Converged Algorithm for symmetrical nonnegative matrix factorization. Neurocomputing, 275, 2031–2040. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neucom.2017.10.039

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Savannah Lokey, Ph.D.

Los Angeles, California, United States of America
Research specialist in social neuroscience and clinical psychology | Clinical expert in evidence-based therapy for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (14)
Schizophrenia
fMRI
Social Cognition
Neuropsychology
Behavioral Neuroscience
And 9 more
About
Dr. Savannah Lokey is a clinician-scientist with a passion for research and helping others. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Arizona State University in 2015, followed by a Master of Arts in Psychology in 2017 and Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology in 2023 from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Lokey has gained valuable experience in the field of clinical psychology and social neuroscience through various positions. She served as an Intramural Research Training Fellow (IRTA) at the National Institute of Mental Health, where she conducted research on how a rare genetic disorder (Moebius Syndrome) affects emotion processing and underlying neurocircuitry. She also worked as a Research Associate at Rush University Medical Center, where she focused on the social neuroscience of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. She uses many techniques in her research, including fMRI, ecological momentary assessment (EMA), survey research, and passive smartphone sensor data. In addition to her research experience, Dr. Lokey has also received clinical training in various settings. She completed a predoctoral internship in the Major Mental Illness track at the University of California Los Angeles, where she provided psychotherapy and assessment services to individuals with severe mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc.). She has deep knowledge about evidence-based interventions and principles of behavioral change, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (CBT), trauma therapy, exposure therapy, cognitive remediation, and social skills training. Dr. Lokey is dedicated to using her knowledge and skills to improve the lives of individuals struggling with mental health issues. She is committed to expanding research on these conditions and developing and testing new treatment approaches in the field of psychology. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.
Most Relevant Publications (2+)

16 total publications

Endogenous visuospatial attention increases visual awareness independent of visual discrimination sensitivity

Neuropsychologia / May 01, 2019

Vernet, M., Japee, S., Lokey, S., Ahmed, S., Zachariou, V., & Ungerleider, L. G. (2019). Endogenous visuospatial attention increases visual awareness independent of visual discrimination sensitivity. Neuropsychologia, 128, 297–304. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuropsychologia.2017.08.015

Inability to move one's face dampens facial expression perception

Cortex / Dec 01, 2023

Japee, S., Jordan, J., Licht, J., Lokey, S., Chen, G., Snow, J., Jabs, E. W., Webb, B. D., Engle, E. C., Manoli, I., Baker, C., & Ungerleider, L. G. (2023). Inability to move one’s face dampens facial expression perception. Cortex, 169, 35–49. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cortex.2023.08.014

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Yseult Héjja-Brichard, Ph.D.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Postdoctoral researcher in Biological Sciences at University of Maryland Baltimore County
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive neuroscience
Other Research Interests (6)
Natural statistics
Visual cognition
Sensory ecology
Stereoscopic vision
Sensory Systems
And 1 more
About
Yseult Héjja-Brichard received her PhD in Neuroscience, Cognition, and Behaviour from Université Paul-Sabatier Toulouse, France in 2020. She subsequently completed her first postdoctoral training at the Centre for functional and evolutionary ecology (CNRS) in Montpellier, France. She is now working as a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Yseult Héjja-Brichard’s research interests lie at the intersection of cognitive neuroscience and behavioural ecology. Her work has primarily focused on understanding how the brain efficiently processes information to enable decisions and behaviours. She informs those processes using an evolutionary and ecological perspective.
Most Relevant Publications (5+)

11 total publications

Processing of Egomotion-Consistent Optic Flow in the Rhesus Macaque Cortex

Cerebral Cortex / Jan 19, 2017

Cottereau, B. R., Smith, A. T., Rima, S., Fize, D., Héjja-Brichard, Y., Renaud, L., Lejards, C., Vayssière, N., Trotter, Y., & Durand, J.-B. (2017). Processing of Egomotion-Consistent Optic Flow in the Rhesus Macaque Cortex. Cerebral Cortex. https://doi.org/10.1093/cercor/bhw412

Connectivity of the Cingulate Sulcus Visual Area (CSv) in Macaque Monkeys

Cerebral Cortex / Oct 17, 2020

De Castro, V., Smith, A. T., Beer, A. L., Leguen, C., Vayssière, N., Héjja-Brichard, Y., Audurier, P., Cottereau, B. R., & Durand, J. B. (2020). Connectivity of the Cingulate Sulcus Visual Area (CSv) in Macaque Monkeys. Cerebral Cortex, 31(2), 1347–1364. https://doi.org/10.1093/cercor/bhaa301

Stereomotion Processing in the Nonhuman Primate Brain

Cerebral Cortex / Mar 28, 2020

Héjja-Brichard, Y., Rima, S., Rapha, E., Durand, J.-B., & Cottereau, B. R. (2020). Stereomotion Processing in the Nonhuman Primate Brain. Cerebral Cortex, 30(8), 4528–4543. https://doi.org/10.1093/cercor/bhaa055

Good scientific practice in EEG and MEG research: Progress and perspectives

NeuroImage / Aug 01, 2022

Niso, G., Krol, L. R., Combrisson, E., Dubarry, A. S., Elliott, M. A., François, C., Héjja-Brichard, Y., Herbst, S. K., Jerbi, K., Kovic, V., Lehongre, K., Luck, S. J., Mercier, M., Mosher, J. C., Pavlov, Y. G., Puce, A., Schettino, A., Schön, D., Sinnott-Armstrong, W., … Chaumon, M. (2022). Good scientific practice in EEG and MEG research: Progress and perspectives. NeuroImage, 257, 119056. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neuroimage.2022.119056

Symmetry Processing in the Macaque Visual Cortex

Cerebral Cortex / Oct 06, 2021

Audurier, P., Héjja-Brichard, Y., De Castro, V., Kohler, P. J., Norcia, A. M., Durand, J.-B., & Cottereau, B. R. (2021). Symmetry Processing in the Macaque Visual Cortex. Cerebral Cortex, 32(10), 2277–2290. https://doi.org/10.1093/cercor/bhab358

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Jo Boaler

Palo Alto, California, United States of America
Professor of Mathematics Education, Stanford University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (29)
mathematics education
equity
gender
mindset
learning
And 24 more
About
Dr Jo Boaler is a Professor of Mathematics Education at Stanford University, and the co-founder of youcubed. Her PhD won the national award for educational research in the UK and her book: Experiencing School Mathematics won the ‘Outstanding Book of the Year’ award for education in Britain. She is an elected fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (Great Britain), and a former president of the International Organization for Women and Mathematics Education (IOWME). She is the recipient of a National Science Foundation ‘Early Career Award’ and the NCSM Kay Gilliland Equity Award (2014). She is the author of nine books and numerous research articles. Her latest book is Mathematical Mindsets: Unleashing Students’ Potential through Creative Math, Inspiring Messages and Innovative Teaching (2016), and is published by Wiley. She serves as an advisor to several Silicon Valley companies.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

81 total publications

Obituary

Journal of Fluency Disorders / Jun 01, 2015

Obituary. (2015). Journal of Fluency Disorders, 44, 96. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0094-730x(15)00047-9

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Ryan Howell

San Francisco , California, United States of America
Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychology, San Francisco State University
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (33)
Happiness
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
History and Philosophy of Science
Applied Psychology
And 28 more
About
Dr. Ryan Howell is an Associate Professor at San Francisco State University. His research interests include the psychology of goals and how people pursue and achieve them. Dr. Howell received his PhD in Social/Personality Psychology from the University of California, Riverside in 2005.
Most Relevant Publications (1+)

66 total publications

Video conferencing during emergency distance learning impacted student emotions during COVID-19

Computers in Human Behavior Reports / Aug 01, 2022

Okabe-Miyamoto, K., Durnell, E., Howell, R. T., & Zizi, M. (2022). Video conferencing during emergency distance learning impacted student emotions during COVID-19. Computers in Human Behavior Reports, 7, 100199. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chbr.2022.100199

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David J. Hamilton, PhD

Fairfax, Virginia, United States of America
PhD Neuroscience focused on computational modeling of biologically plausible neuronal circuits.
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (5)
Biomedical Engineering
Artificial Intelligence
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
Modeling and Simulation
Machine Learning
About
David J. Hamilton, PhD, Neuroscience, successfully defended his dissertation in 2016 while attending George Mason University (GMU). His research (Ascoli lab) focused on molecular, morphological, and electrophysiological characterization of hippocampal formation neuron types to facilitate potential connectivity for biologically plausible computational modeling. Dr. Hamilton has extensive R&D experience in AI/ML capability development. Specific projects include transformer-based LLM sensor parameter tuning, analytic prediction, Cyber Threat Analysis Platform R&D, US Treasury cyber defense, credit card fraud detection, sensor fusion/analysis, LIDAR signal characterization, and active/passive sonar signal detection/classification. Companies for which David has worked include GMU (2007-present), Intelligent Mission Consulting Services (2020-2023), Northrop Grumman (2004-2020), NeuralTech/CardSystems (1994-2004), Raytheon (1980-1994), and AAI (1977-1980). Earlier in his career, David received his MSEE (1981) from Loyola University, Maryland, and his BSEE (1977) from PSU. He is well published, holds memberships in Society for Neuroscience (SfN), AAAS, IEEE, and continues to maintain his association with GMU as an Affiliate Faculty.
Most Relevant Publications (3+)

14 total publications

Name-calling in the hippocampus (and beyond): coming to terms with neuron types and properties

Brain Informatics / Jun 09, 2016

Hamilton, D. J., Wheeler, D. W., White, C. M., Rees, C. L., Komendantov, A. O., Bergamino, M., & Ascoli, G. A. (2016). Name-calling in the hippocampus (and beyond): coming to terms with neuron types and properties. Brain Informatics, 4(1), 1–12. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40708-016-0053-3

Self-sustaining non-repetitive activity in a large scale neuronal-level model of the hippocampal circuit

Neural Networks / Oct 01, 2008

Scorcioni, R., Hamilton, D. J., & Ascoli, G. A. (2008). Self-sustaining non-repetitive activity in a large scale neuronal-level model of the hippocampal circuit. Neural Networks, 21(8), 1153–1163. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.neunet.2008.05.006

Molecular expression profiles of morphologically defined hippocampal neuron types: Empirical evidence and relational inferences

Hippocampus / Oct 09, 2019

White, C. M., Rees, C. L., Wheeler, D. W., Hamilton, D. J., & Ascoli, G. A. (2019). Molecular expression profiles of morphologically defined hippocampal neuron types: Empirical evidence and relational inferences. Hippocampus, 30(5), 472–487. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/hipo.23165

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Aditya Kshirsagar

Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Most Relevant Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Other Research Interests (8)
Neuroscience
Developmental Biology
RNA biology
Computational biology
Tissue Engineering
And 3 more
About
Aditya Kshirsagar is a highly educated and experienced scientist focused on molecular genetics and neuroscience. He obtained his Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics and Neuroscience from the prestigious Weizmann Institute of Science in 2022. He gained extensive knowledge and expertise in genetics, molecular biology, and neuroscience during his doctoral studies. After completing his Ph.D., Adi joined St Jude Children's Research Hospital as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Here, he has been involved in cutting-edge research projects, studying the genetic basis of various neurological disorders. He has published several research papers in top scientific journals, making significant contributions to genetics and neuroscience. Adi's passion for understanding the complex mechanisms underlying human diseases has driven him to pursue a research career. He is keen on developing integrated experimental and computational approaches for single-cell and spatial omics to uncover the mechanisms underlying complex neurological conditions and malignancies. He is highly skilled in experimental techniques and has a keen eye for detail, enabling him to design and execute innovative experiments. He is also well-versed in data analysis and interpretation, making him a valuable asset to any research team. His core competencies include embryonic stem cell biology, cortical development, 3D brain organoid models, RNA biology, next-generation sequencing, single-cell biology, multi-omics, and live imaging microscopy techniques. He is also proficient in R and Python programming and experienced in computational pipeline implementation, machine learning & AI, and comprehensive data integration. In addition to his scientific work, Adi is also dedicated to mentoring and teaching the next generation of scientists. He has supervised several master's and undergraduate students, guiding them in their research projects and helping them develop their scientific skills. Overall, Aditya Kshirsagar is a dedicated scientist with a strong background and a track record of excellence in research. His contributions to molecular genetics and neuroscience can potentially significantly impact the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases. Adi is passionate about exploring the potential of cutting-edge technologies and approaches to unravel the mysteries of the human brain and improve patients' lives.

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Example cognitive neuroscience projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on cognitive neuroscience?

Optimizing User Experience

A tech company can collaborate with a Cognitive Neuroscience expert to optimize the user experience of their digital products. By understanding how the brain processes information and interacts with technology, the researcher can provide valuable insights on improving usability, reducing cognitive load, and enhancing user engagement.

Neuromarketing Research

A marketing agency can partner with a Cognitive Neuroscience researcher to conduct neuromarketing studies. By using techniques such as EEG and fMRI, the researcher can measure consumers' brain responses to marketing stimuli, helping the agency create more persuasive and impactful advertising campaigns.

Understanding Consumer Decision-Making

A consumer goods company can collaborate with a Cognitive Neuroscience expert to gain a deeper understanding of consumer decision-making processes. By studying the neural mechanisms involved in decision-making, the researcher can provide insights on product preferences, pricing strategies, and effective marketing messages.

Developing Brain-Computer Interfaces

A technology company can work with a Cognitive Neuroscience researcher to develop innovative brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). By leveraging their knowledge of neural signals and brain activity, the researcher can contribute to the design and development of BCIs that enable direct communication between the brain and external devices, opening up new possibilities for human-computer interaction.

Improving Mental Health Solutions

A healthcare company can collaborate with a Cognitive Neuroscience expert to improve mental health solutions. By studying the neural basis of mental health disorders, the researcher can contribute to the development of more effective treatments, personalized interventions, and early detection methods.