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David A. Tovar
Stephen Chong Zhao
Albert (Yang) Hu
Anna Machado
Trisha Mazumdar
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Grace Ko
Becky Nam
Tevin Park
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Do Hun (Don) Kim
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{'name': 'Brain-Inspired AI Architecture', 'description': 'Developing AI models that better mimic human cognitive processes, with a focus on CLIP-HBA and neural optimization techniques', 'current_projects': ['Brain-Inspired Embedding Model', 'Feature Reweighting Matrix Optimization', 'Neural Architecture Search']}
{'name': 'Multimodal Learning', 'description': 'Investigating cross-modal effects in perceptually fine-tuned models and studying how training in one sensory modality enhances performance in another', 'current_projects': ['Multimodal Integration', 'Cross-Modal Fine-Tuning', 'Audio-Visual Integration']}
{'name': 'Neural Network Optimization', 'description': 'Developing tools and techniques for optimizing neural network architectures through brain alignment and behavioral tuning', 'current_projects': ['Neural Network Training GUI', 'Perceptual Fine-Tuning Interface', 'Layer-wise Optimization']}
{'name': 'Language Evolution', 'description': 'Studying language evolution in large language models and its parallels with human cognitive development across ages and sensory modalities', 'current_projects': ['Language Development Study', 'Story Generation', 'MEG Dataset Analysis']}
{'name': 'VR/AR Integration', 'description': 'Developing virtual reality applications for developmental studies and creating immersive experimental environments', 'current_projects': ['VR Environment Development', 'Gesture Recognition', 'Interactive Story Environment']}
{'name': 'Image Quality Analysis', 'description': 'Investigating the effects of image quality on neural network training and its correspondence with brain activity', 'current_projects': ['SAM2 Analysis', 'Image Quality Metrics', 'Neural Correspondence Study']}
{'name': 'Developmental Learning', 'description': 'Studying perceptual similarity judgments across different age groups and their relation to cognitive development', 'current_projects': ['Age-based Motion Classification', 'Free Play Analysis', 'Developmental Stages Study']}
{'name': 'Complexity Analysis', 'description': 'Investigating the emergence of complexity from the dimensional structure of mental representations and developing metrics to quantify visual complexity', 'current_projects': ['CLIP-CBA Development', 'Entropy Score Analysis', 'SAVOIAS Dataset Study']}
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