Who am I

As an Associate Professor at Sapienza, University of Rome, my research forges a bold, integrated understanding of human cognition. I lead a dynamic research program that merges cognitive neuroscience with computational modelling, using advanced techniques like eye-tracking and electrophysiology to study the full spectrum of human cognition across the lifespan.

My interdisciplinary approach explores the major domains of language, vision, memory, and attention, with a core focus on the prodromal characteristics of dementia. Through a unique blend of neuroscientific experimentation and cutting-edge computational models, my work aims to unravel the complex interplay of cognitive components and identify early markers of neurodegeneration. The ultimate goal of this research is to develop novel diagnostic tools and interventions that can make a real-world impact.

Before joining Sapienza, I held prestigious positions at the University of East London, and the Universities of Edinburgh and Lisbon. I earned my PhD at the University of Edinburgh’s School of Informatics. I am actively seeking passionate and talented students and scholars to join my lab and contribute to this ground-breaking work. If you are interested in pushing the boundaries of cognitive science and its potential to improve lives, please reach out.