BCT Institute

The Baruch Ivcher Institute for Brain, Cognition and Technology
Directed by Prof. @Amiramedi

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BCT Founding Director Prof. Amir Amedi joins Prof. @Liad_Mudrik on a new episode of the "Brainstorming" podcast! Listen now on Spotify https://t.co/AVrzQuyfXc

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Tomorrow! The Israeli Conference on Human-Computer Interaction Research will take place at @ReichmanUni!
Make sure to stop by as researchers from the institute will be presenting and demoing some of our latest research.

To register, visit: https://t.co/SSaKjmDUrc

#HCI

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Guest lecture from @ShirMarkLey this week at the BCT! How place cells in the hippocampus, and grid cells in the medial entorhinal cortex, can represent task states and abstract relationships between them
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@behrenstimb @Schwartenbeckph @moran_rani @AvitalHahamy @BaramAlon

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Dr. @AmberMaimon, and Iddo Wald in a webinar with GuestXR and @FrontVR for their online seminar series! #AugmentedReality #webinar #inclusion #language #learning #AudioTactile #AudioVisual #MSI #SensoryIntegration #Inclusivity #Accessibility #PromotingInclusion #VR #AR

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Today in @FrontVR and #GuestXR webinar, @BCT_Inst researchers show how embodiment in #VR, combined with multisensory experiences, can reduce people negative emotions such as claustrophobia, and benefit people wellness

🔴https://t.co/sPtvT6nNN5

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@GuestXR @FrontVR Amazing work!

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#Recap of this week at the BCT!
with @GuestXR @TakedaPharma @OrenShriki and @ChanZuckerberg
Read more: https://t.co/QAgrdyoY7W
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(YouTube) Neuroscientist David Eagleman talks about sensory substitution including #The_vOICe in a new podcast at https://t.co/V33qvob6c5 Listen to the full "Inner Cosmos" episode at https://t.co/LdADjvcNrA by @davideagleman referring to @JamieWardSussex @BCT_Inst (@Amiramedi)

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BCT Director Prof. @AmirAmedi as this afternoon at the Shamir Medical Center Exposure Conference!
Discussion focused on the use of #AugmentedReality and #VirtualReality technology in the medical field, something our BCT team is currently working on! #biotech #MedicalTechnology

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Today, our Director Prof. @Amiramedi spoke at the National Public Health Laboratory “Lecture of the Month” event, presenting on some of the ways in which new #neuroscience research and technology might revolutionize the fields of #medicine and #longevity!
#MCI #VR #AR #medtech

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#Recap
This week at the BCT we were joined by Dr. Gaddi Blumrosen and his students from the @HIT_ISRAEL to discuss the #integration of #AI into #research practice and learn about methods for enhancing #memory. We also enjoyed a live performance from @noakirel!
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We at the BCT were honored to host MEPs @negrescuvictor, @rozathun, @IvanStefanec, @josiannecutajar, and @BeatriceCovassi
Showcasing the incredible #technology and #innovation that defines #Israel as the #StartUpNation!
with - @Amiramedi @orenfu @AmberMaimon Iddo Wald

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🚀 #EIF2Israel: We had an intensive week packed with meetings that enriched our knowledge of 🇮🇱 Israel’s thriving #innovation ecosystem and technological expertise, especially in the realm of #cybersecurity.

🤝 We were delighted to meet the 🇪🇺 EU Ambassador to Israel @DTzantchev and @KnessetENG Member @FarkashOrit, among many other interesting meetings.

Many thanks to MEP @negrescuvictor for taking the lead, to MEPs @rozathun , @IvanStefanec, @josiannecutajar and @BeatriceCovassi for joining our visit and to all our hosts for their hospitality and insights!

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@EIF4eu @DTzantchev It was an honor to host an incredible delegation of MEPs during their visit to Israel! Showcasing the incredible technology and innovation that defines Israel as the #StartUpNation! @Amiramedi @orenfu

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New directions in #SensorySubstitution and #SensoryAugmentation this past week at @durham_uni!
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#GuestXR research on the surprising effect that vibrations synchronized with a speech have on persuasion, co-presence and leadership in #VirtualReality has been featured at @lemondefr

@AnatoleLecuyer @Inria_Rennes @Hybrid_TeamVR @Amiramedi @ReichmanUni

https://t.co/z56xCE3SSL

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New from @ReichmanUni! The 2023 Herzliyan featuring the BCT!
Learn about the Institute’s mission and vision, some of our recent publications, and ongoing projects!

https://t.co/NBobO3QKQl

#oncology #CancerResearch #neuroscience #innovation

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Today @ReichmanUni hosted representatives from @RocheDia for a day of learning, #collaboration and #innovation.
Our Director Prof. @Amiramedi Amedi presented some of the BCT's current, and notable research in areas of #neuroplasticity, and the #SensorySystems!
#biotech

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This morning at the 2023 Parkinsons Conference in Israel! A wonderful presentation given by our Director Prof. @Amiramedi
Congratulations to Prof. Amos Korchin on his receiving of the Lifetime Achievement Award!
@TelAvivUni @ReichmanUni
#Parkinsons #Neuroplasticity #Senses

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Join us at the Third Annual Israeli #Parkinsons Conference!

BCT Director Prof. @Amiramedi will present on the flexibility of the brain in connection with the senses Wednesday morning at 9:40am.
We hope to see you there!

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Special thanks to Yoav Cohen and Mouse UX for directing and developing the one of a kind immersive experience described in this work.

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Iddo Wald, Amber Maimon Phd & BCT Director Prof. @Amiramedi will be presenting new late breaking work "#Breathing Based #ImmersiveInteractions for Enhanced #Agency and #BodyAwareness: A Claustrophobia Motivated Study" at @TheOfficialACM #CHI2023!
Details: https://t.co/P6eBwPsGBd