Meet the lab series: Interview with Prof. Athena Demertzi

In this new interview from our meet the lab series, we talk with Prof. Athena Demertzi from the GIGA Research unit, Faculty of Medicine, CRC Human Imaging Unit, ULiège.

09.06.2025

Meet the lab series: Interview with Dr. Charline Urbain

We spoke with Professor Charline Urbain about her work on sleep-dependent memory processes in child development and her passion for participatory research. She also shared insights from her time as Vice-Rector for Sustainable Development at ULB, where she championed sustainability initiatives and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

02.06.2025

Meet the lab series: Interview with Dr. Steve Majerus

We spoke with Steve Majerus, former president of the BAPS executive committee, about his years in service, his work in working memory research, and his thoughts on where the field is heading. Steve shared insights into the challenges of psychology in Belgium, the importance of targeted memory care, and the power of mathematical modeling. His advice to future scientists? Enjoy the beauty of the journey!

29.10.2024

Meet the lab series: Interview with Dr. Benoit Galand

Benoit Galand, Professor of Educational Sciences at UCLouvain, emphasizes the importance of a scientific approach to understanding education, cautioning against broad applications of untested interventions and advocating for evidence-based practices. His research highlights the role of social relationships in student and teacher well-being, the limited predictive power of some psychosocial variables over time, and the complexities of translating research into effective educational policies. Galand is particularly interested in how education can address global crises and improve intervention implementation in real-world settings.

26.04.2024

Meet the lab series: Interview with Dr Jasmine Vergauwe

Read the latest interview from our meet the lab series. This interview was part of the April 2024 newsletter.

08.12.2023

Meet the lab series: Interview with Prof A. Calcus

Discover the intriguing world of auditory cognitive neuroscience with Prof. A. Calcus in this exclusive interview, where she delves into her ERC starter grant project, exploring adolescence as a potential sensitive period for auditory processing development. Get inspired by her insights on academic careers, multidisciplinary research, and the societal impact of psychological science.

01.12.2023

Meet the lab series: Interview with Prof I. Simoes Loureiro

Explore the multidisciplinary future of Alzheimer’s research with Prof. Loureiro in this interview: Combining cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, and engineering, her approach promises innovative memory care strategies and collaborative advancements in the field.

28.11.2023

Meet the lab series: Interview with Dr. D. Stawarczyk

David Stawarczyk shares insights on his innovative research in mind wandering and the dynamic nature of cognition, combining subjective experiences with advanced neuroscientific methods. Discover his unique approach and valuable advice for aspiring researchers in this compelling interview.

14.11.2023

Meet the lab series: Interview with Prof D. Torta & Dr E. van den Broeke

This insightful interview features Dr. Diana Torta and Dr. Emanuel van den Broeke, a couple renowned for their work in pain research, as they discuss their academic journey and current projects. Dr. Torta, at KULeuven, emphasizes her shift from Parkinson’s to pain research, while Dr. van den Broeke, a postdoc at UCLouvain, focuses on how pain changes the brain. They also share the unique dynamics of being partners in both life and the intensely demanding field of scientific research.