Work with thought leaders and academic experts in Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology

Companies can benefit from working with Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology experts in several ways. These experts can provide valuable insights into human behavior, helping companies understand their target audience better. They can also assist in product development by incorporating principles of cognitive psychology and neuroscience. Furthermore, Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology experts can contribute to improving workplace well-being and productivity through their knowledge of brain function and mental health. By collaborating with these experts, companies can gain a competitive edge in understanding and catering to the needs of their customers and employees.

Researchers on NotedSource with backgrounds in Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology include Daniel Milej, Ph.D., Savannah Lokey, Ph.D., Dr. Everson A Nunes, Ph.D., Adam Kimbler, Dr. Erin Westgate, Ph.D., Yuto Yasuda, Boki Wang, Ph.D., Sonja Lyubomirsky, Norman Farb, Sheila Monfared, Ph.D., K. Suzanne Scherf, Dr. James C. Kaufman, and Steve Joordens.

Daniel Milej, Ph.D.

London, Ontario, Canada
15 Years Experience
Ph.D. in biomedical engineering
Education

Western University

Post-doctorate fellowship, Department of Medical Biophysics / June, 2019

London

Polish Academy of Science

PhD, Nalecz Institute of Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering / June, 2014

Warsaw

Military Univeristy of Technology

MSc, Department of Electronics / June, 2008

Warsaw
Experience

Lawson Research Institute

Research Associate / July, 2019 — July, 2025

Scientist / August, 2024 — Present

Western University

Postdoctoral fellow / September, 2014 — June, 2019

Assistant Professor / September, 2024 — Present

Polish Academy of Science

Researcher/PhD Student / June, 2008 — September, 2014

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (32)
Biomedical Optics
NIRS
fNIRS
Diffuse Correlation Spectroscopy
CBF
And 27 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 a Scientist at the Lawson 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 and Research Associate 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 Biocybernetics and Biomedical Engineering. He received his MSc in Electronics/Optoelectronics from the Military University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland, in 2008.

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Savannah Lokey, Ph.D.

Los Angeles, California, United States of America
9 Years Experience
Research specialist in social neuroscience and clinical psychology | Clinical expert in evidence-based therapy for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder
Education

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science, Psychology / May, 2015

Tempe, Arizona, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Master of Arts, Psychology / December, 2017

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

University of Illinois at Chicago

Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology / August, 2023

Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Experience

National Institute of Mental Health

Intramural Research Training Fellow (IRTA) / June, 2015 — August, 2017

Laboratory of Brain & Cognition, Section on Neurocircuitry

Rush University Medical Center

Research Associate / August, 2018 — June, 2022

Social Neuroscience and Psychopathology Lab

University of California Los Angeles

Predoctoral Intern, Major Mental Illness track / July, 2022 — July, 2023

Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (15)
Schizophrenia
fMRI
Social Cognition
Neuropsychology
Behavioral Neuroscience
And 10 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.

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Dr. Everson A Nunes, Ph.D.

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
19 Years Experience
Post-Doctoral Fellow at McMaster University | former Associate Professor - Physiological Sciences
Education

Universidade Federal do Paraná - Campus Centro Politécnico

PhD, Physiological Sciences / December, 2009

Curitiba

Universidade Federal do Paraná - Campus Centro Politécnico

BSc - Human Nutrition / December, 2007

Curitiba

Universidade Federal do Paraná - Campus Centro Politécnico

MSc, Physiological Sciences / March, 2005

Curitiba
Experience

McMaster University

Post Doctoral Fellow / September, 2019 — Present

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow / September, 2015 — August, 2016

Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina

Associate professor / October, 2013 — April, 2022

Assistant Professor / October, 2010 — September, 2013

Universidade Federal do Paraná

Post-Doctoral Fellow / December, 2009 — September, 2010

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (40)
skeletal muscle
nutrition
physical activity
obesity
cancer
And 35 more
About
Dr. Everson A Nunes is a highly accomplished researcher and educator in the field of physiological sciences. He received his Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology with a focus on Physiological Sciences from Universidade Federal do Paraná in 2009, after completing a BSc in Human Nutrition and an MSc in Physiological Sciences. He also holds a specialization in Exercise Physiology and a BSc in Biological Sciences from Universidade Federal do Paraná. Dr. Nunes has a strong background in research, having completed two post-doctoral fellowships at McMaster University and Universidade Federal do Paraná. He has also held positions as an associate professor and assistant professor at Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina. He has published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals, and his research focuses on the effects of exercise and nutrition on physiological processes in the human body. In addition to his research, Dr. Nunes is also a dedicated educator. He has taught at various universities in Brazil, including Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Universidade Gama Filho, Faculdades Integradas Espírita, Pontificia Universidade Católica do Paraná, and Faculdade do Litoral Sul. He is known for his dynamic teaching style and his ability to engage students in complex physiological concepts. Dr. Nunes is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Society for Nutrition, the Canadian Society of Exercise Physiology, the Canadian Nutrition Society and the Brazilian Society of Physiology. He is also a regular speaker at national and international conferences, sharing his expertise and research findings with colleagues and students. Overall, Dr. Nunes is a highly qualified and experienced professional in physiological sciences, metabolism, cancer and nutrition. His dedication to research and education makes him a valuable asset to any institution.

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Adam Kimbler

Los Angeles, California, United States of America
8 Years Experience
Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience with expertise in fMRI and dMRI, intersted in using MRI to find biomarkers of disease.
Education

Florida International University

Ph.D., Cognitive Neuroscience / August, 2023

Miami, Florida, United States of America
Experience

Florida International University

Graduate Research Assistant / August, 2016 — August, 2023

Postdoctoral Researcher / August, 2023 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (16)
learning
memory
pattern separation
pattern completion
development
And 11 more
About
As a Postdoctoral Researcher at UC Irvine, I apply my PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience to investigate the neural mechanisms of learning and memory. I use advanced data management, analytics, techniques to process and analyze large-scale brain imaging data sets. I have over seven years of research experience, including as a Graduate Research Assistant at Florida International University, where I contributed to multiple publications and projects on cognitive and affective neuroscience. I am passionate about advancing the scientific understanding of the brain and its functions, and collaborating with other researchers and experts in the field. I am also committed to sharing my knowledge and skills with the next generation of neuroscience students and professionals.

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Dr. Erin Westgate, Ph.D.

5 Years Experience
Assistant Professor of Social Psychology, researching boredom, interest, and thinking (and why we're so bad at it)
Education

University of Virginia

Ph.D., Psychology

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America

Reed College

B.A., Psychology / May, 2010

Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Experience

University of Florida

Assistant Professor / 2019 — Present

The Ohio State University

Postdoctoral Researcher / 2018 — 2019

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (17)
social psychology
social cognition
emotion
Psychiatry and Mental health
Clinical Psychology
And 12 more
About
**Dr. Erin Westgate** (she/her/hers) is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Florida, where she studies boredom, interest, and why some thoughts are more engaging than others. ​She received her PhD in social psychology from the University of Virginia in 2018, and her undergraduate degree from Reed College. Much of her research has been on the conditions under which people enjoy or do not enjoy their own thoughts. She has extended that work to the larger question of why people become bored, developing a new model of boredom that explains what boredom is, why we experience it, and what happens when we do.  As part of this, she is investigating our desire for a life full of interesting, perspective-changing experiences - or a “psychologically rich” life.

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Yuto Yasuda

Research fellow at Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences
Education

University of Alberta

Ph.D., Psychology / December, 2023

Edmonton

University of Calgary

Master's, Kinesiology / August, 2019

Calgary

Hokkaido University

Bachelor's, Humanities and Human Sciences / March, 2015

Sapporo
Experience

Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences

Reseaerch fellow / April, 2024 — Present

Collaborating with a professor, supporting graduate students

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (11)
Sport psychology
cultural psychology
cognitive psychology
motivation
Social Psychology
And 6 more
About
I got a bachelor's degree from Hokkaido University in Japan, a Master's at the University of Calgary in Canada, and a Ph.D. at the University of Alberta in Canada. My expertise is cultural psychology, sports psychology, and achievement motivation. I have published several articles in each area. Also, I have coached soccer in Japan and Canada for seven years. Thus, I have an applied experience as well.

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Boki Wang, Ph.D.

3 Years Experience
Interdisciplinary researcher leveraging data, motor learning research and neuroscience to improve player and team performance.
Education

Arizona State University

PhD, Biomedical Engineering

Tempe, Arizona, United States of America

Pennsylvania State University

MS student, Kinesiology / June, 2017

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Experience

Washington Mystics WNBA

Basketball Analytics Researcher / April, 2023 — October, 2023

Overtime Elite

Data Scientist / August, 2021 — December, 2022

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (18)
Motor control
motor learning
Behavioral Neuroscience
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive Neuroscience
And 13 more
About
I’m Boki Wang, a basketball professional with a unique blend of expertise ranging from a PhD in Biomedical Engineering to a mastery of Kinesiology. Passionate about revolutionizing basketball, especially for women, I aim to integrate science and data to enhance performance. Your goal is to share insights through conversations and writing. I prioritize kindness, accountability, and excellence, while valuing innovation and contrarian thinking.

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Sonja Lyubomirsky

Distinguished Professor, University of California, Riverside
Education

Stanford University

PhD, Social Psychology / 1994

Stanford, California, United States of America

Harvard University

A.B., Psychology / 1989

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Experience

University of California, Riverside

Distinguished Professor

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (31)
well-being
History and Philosophy of Science
Sociology and Political Science
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Clinical Psychology
And 26 more
About
Professor Lyubomirsky’s research interests include well-being, happiness, self-regulation, and talents. She is widely published, with well over 100 articles and chapters and four books, The How of Happiness (Penguin, 2007), The Myths of Happiness (Penguin, 2013), The How of Happiness Workbook (Penguin, 2008), and Designing Your Life (Avery, 2016). Professor Lyubomirsky has received numerous awards for her work, including the American Psychological Association’s Positive Psychology Prize (2015), the American Psychological Association’s Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award (2009), and a Guggenheim Fellowship (2008-2009). She is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science and the American Psychological Association.

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Norman Farb

9 Years Experience
Associate Professor at University of Toronto - Mississauga
Education

University of Toronto

PhD, Psychology / December, 2010

Toronto
Experience

University of Toronto - Mississauga

Associate Professor / July, 2014 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (34)
Mindfulness- Emotion - Affect - Attention - Neuroscience - Interoception
Cognitive Neuroscience
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
Psychiatry and Mental health
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
And 29 more
About
Norman Farb, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Mississauga, where he directs the Regulatory and Affective Dynamics laboratory (www.radlab.zone). He studies the psychology of well-being, focusing on mental habits, such as how we think about ourselves and interpret our emotions. He is particularly interested in why people differ in their resilience to stress, depression, and anxiety. Prof. Farb's work currently explores online training to support wellbeing, as well as neuroimaging to understand how emotional reactions predict mental health over the lifespan.

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Sheila Monfared, Ph.D.

5 Years Experience
Specialist in Psychology, Human Factors, and Social Engineering: Delivering Impactful Research Solutions in academia and Industry
Education

Georgia Institute of Technology

Postdoctoral, Human Factors / August, 2020

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Florida State University

Sports Psychology / January, 2018

Tallahassee, Florida, United States of America

Tehran University

Master of Science, Kinesiology

Tehran
Experience

Saddleback College

Strategic Planning Consultant / November, 2023 — Present

● An Advisory Board Member, contributing to strategic planning at Academic Center of Excellence – Cyber Defense. ● Facilitate collaborations with academic and industry partners, relying on effective communication and skills. ● Collaborate in writing grant proposals to acquire funding for cyber competitions, and internships. ● Built a women club at the intersection of leadership and cybersecurity to fill the gender gap disparity. ● Oversee the lifecycle of students' projects from inception (topic selection) to culmination (final submission) by setting and managing expectations, tracking progress, and ensuring adherence to academic standards.

Innisghtful

Research Scientist / July, 2020 — September, 2023

● Recruited for expertise in research and collaborated with a cross-functional team of 6 engineers to validate an AI-driven wristband enhancing mental health self-awareness by Machine Learning (ML) and Natural Linguistic Processing (NLP), contributing to the product's key feature. ● Ensured project compliance with IRB, HIPAA, and FDA guidelines for 2 projects, mitigating regulatory risks and aligning with industry standards for each. ● Collaborated with the CEO and 2 other scientists to co-author a $500K grant proposal from the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR), National Institutes of Health (NIH).

TD Bank

Senior Research Analyst / October, 2021 — December, 2022

● Worked as a Senior Design Analyst in an Agile team, driving product development of COF (card on file) from conceptualization to release, including managing project closure activities and gathering lessons learned for continuous improvement. ● Applied human factors expertise to evaluate and refine designs from a customer perspective, providing design insights to a cross-functional team of 13 experts. ● Assisted in holding a workshop with stakeholders to gather expectations translating into design requirements. ● Designed and executed complex survey using Qualtrics, to gather insights from 1800 customers for new feature implementation, aiding in informed decision-making for the Agile team.

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (13)
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Nephrology
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Applied Psychology
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
And 8 more
About
Sheila Monfared, Ph.D. is a seasoned researcher and consultant with specialized expertise in human factors and sports psychology. Her advanced degrees in Sports Psychology from Florida State University and Human Factors from Georgia Institute of Technology equip her with a unique skill set that bridges the gap between technology and human performance. Sheila's Master of Science in Kinesiology from Tehran University further complements her holistic approach to enhancing performance and mental health. In her professional career, Sheila has excelled in roles such as Strategic Planning Consultant at Saddleback College and Research Scientist at Innisghtful, focusing on research and interface design. Her extensive research experience in cognitive ergonomics and human-computer interaction allows her to provide tailored solutions to individuals and organizations. Sheila's passion lies in using her diverse knowledge to drive success and innovation. Whether optimizing sports performance or enhancing user experience, she is dedicated to helping clients reach their full potential.

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K. Suzanne Scherf

12 Years Experience
Associate Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience, Penn State University
Education

University of Pittsburgh

PhD, Psychology

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Experience

Penn State University

Associate Professor / July, 2017 — Present

Asst Professor / July, 2011 — June, 2017

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (36)
developmental cognitive neuroscience
vision
autism
adolescent
Cognitive Neuroscience
And 31 more
About
My core interests lie in understanding how children and adolescents perceive and interpret social signals and how emerging functional specificity of the developing brain supports this process. My approach primarily involves using the face processing system as a model domain. Faces are dynamic stimuli from which we extract many different kinds of information (e.g., gender, age, emotional state, mate potential, social status, trustworthiness, intentions, “person knowledge”). All of these processes must be executed accurately and rapidly for many faces over the course of a single day, making face processing among the most taxing perceptual challenges confronted by people in their day-to-day life. Given that faces are also the pre-eminent social signal, studying developmental changes in the behavioral and brain basis of face processing in typically developing individuals and in those affected by social-emotional disorders may index a core set of developmental changes within the broader social information processing system. I employ converging methodologies, including functional (fMRI) and structural magnetic resonance, and diffusion tensor imaging (DTI) along with detailed behavioral paradigms in both typically developing populations and those with developmental disorders to examine development from early childhood to adulthood.

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Dr. James C. Kaufman

10 Years Experience
Professor at University of Connecticut, Expert in Creativity
Education

Yale University

PhD, Cognitive Psychology

New Haven, Connecticut, United States of America
Experience

University of Connecticut

Professor / 2013 — Present

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (43)
Creativity
giftedness
personality
intelligence
meaning
And 38 more
About
James C. Kaufman is a Professor of Educational Psychology at the Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut. He has written or edited more than 50 books. These include: the recently published *The Creativity Advantage* (Cambridge); the forthcoming *Lessons in Creativity from Musical Theatre Characters* (with Dana P. Rowe; Routledge); two editions of *Cambridge Handbook of Creativity* (with Robert J. Sternberg) and five other Cambridge Handbooks; two editions of *Creativity 101* (Springer); and a book on terrible baseball pitchers with his father and a book on pseudoscience with his wife. James has developed many theories, most notably the Four C’s (with Ron Beghetto). He has developed several self-report measures of creativity and is currently focusing on positive outcomes of creativity. James has won many awards, including Mensa’s research award, the Torrance Award from the National Association for Gifted Children, the World Council for Gifted and Talented Children’s International Creativity Award, and APA’s Berlyne, Arnheim, and Farnsworth awards. He co-founded two major journals, *Psychology of Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Arts* and *Psychology of Popular Media Culture* and is the current Senior Associate Editor for *Creativity Research Journal*. He has tested Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s creativity on CNN; written the book and lyrics to the musical *Discovering Magenta* (which played NYC and has a cast album); and appeared onscreen, complete with white lab coat, in the comic book documentary *Independents*.

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Steve Joordens

UofT Professor of Psychology with a passion for preventive mental health and education
Education

University of Waterloo

Ph.D., Psychology / January, 1994

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Experience

Advisory Board Member for OOt Social

Scientific Advisor Committee Member for The GenWell Initiative

Chief Science Officer and Cofounder of Cogneeto.inc

Most Relevant Research Expertise
Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
Other Research Expertise (30)
Memory
Educational Technologies
Developing Transferable Skills
Developmental and Educational Psychology
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
And 25 more
About
Initially trained as a Cognitive Psychologist with expertise on conscious versus unconscious influences on performance, Steve has more recently become a strong proponent of preventative mental health efforts. During the pandemic Steve created a free online course at Coursera.org entitled Understanding and Managing the Anxiety of COVID 19, a course that has over 180,000 registered students. That lead him to then created more specialized courses, one supporting Police Officers and another supporting Health Care Workers, providing each with a better understanding of the stressors associated with their chosen work, and giving them tips and strategies for managing their mental health. Since then Steve has become a common media commentator around preventative mental health, and has begun supporting both not for profits (The GenWell Initiative) and commercial entities (OOt Social) to bring mental health support to corporations, students, and the general public.

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Example Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology projects

How can companies collaborate more effectively with researchers, experts, and thought leaders to make progress on Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology?

User Experience Research

A Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology expert can conduct user experience research to understand how individuals interact with a company's website or app. By analyzing cognitive processes, attention, and emotional responses, they can provide recommendations for optimizing the user interface and improving overall user satisfaction.

Consumer Behavior Analysis

Companies can collaborate with Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology experts to gain insights into consumer behavior. These experts can conduct experiments and surveys to understand the underlying psychological factors that influence purchasing decisions. This knowledge can help companies develop targeted marketing strategies and improve customer engagement.

Stress Management Programs

Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology experts can design and implement stress management programs for companies. By understanding the physiological and psychological aspects of stress, they can develop effective interventions and techniques to reduce stress levels among employees. This can lead to improved well-being, productivity, and employee satisfaction.

Neurofeedback Training

Companies can benefit from collaborating with Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology experts to provide neurofeedback training to employees. This training involves using real-time brain activity data to help individuals learn to regulate their cognitive and emotional states. By enhancing self-regulation skills, employees can improve focus, decision-making, and overall performance.

Workplace Ergonomics

Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology experts can contribute to optimizing workplace ergonomics. By considering factors such as cognitive load, attention, and physical comfort, they can provide recommendations for designing workspaces that promote productivity, reduce fatigue, and minimize the risk of musculoskeletal disorders.