Dr. Helene Vitali is an accomplished Italian researcher and postdoctoral scholar at the Italian Institute of Technology, where she leads the MELD Consortium at the Unit for Visually Impaired People, investigating the role of movement on multisensory perception in children and its impact on behavioral performance in ADHD. She holds a Ph.D. in Bioengineering and Robotics with a focus on cognitive robotics, interaction, and rehabilitation technologies, a master’s in Neurobiology, and a bachelor’s in Neurophysiological Techniques, demonstrating a strong academic foundation in neuroscience, neurophysiology, and developmental cognitive science. Her professional experience includes extensive research fellowships, visiting researcher appointments, and clinical collaborations in EEG and fMRI studies, exploring neural activity in blind and sighted individuals, sleep microstructures, and multisensory integration. Her research interests encompass multisensory perception, neurodevelopment, sleep, sensorimotor processing, and neuroplasticity, with applications in developmental disorders and sensory impairment. She is proficient in electrophysiological and neuroimaging techniques, data analysis, experimental design, and cognitive assessment, with a robust publication record in high-impact journals and conference proceedings. Recognized with multiple awards, including the Trainee Professional Development Award from the Society of Neuroscience and the Young Technician Communication Challenge, she is an active member of leading scientific societies, contributes to science communication, and mentors students and Ph.D. candidates. In conclusion, Helene Vitali exemplifies a dedicated scholar whose integrated expertise in neurodevelopment, multisensory processing, and applied research advances both fundamental neuroscience and practical interventions for visually impaired and neurodiverse populations.

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