Language, Inner Speech, and Neuroscience Lab
Welcome to the LISN Lab! 👋
Our mission is to decipher the inner language of the human mind, develop technologies for cognitive enhancement, and transform learning, healing, and growth.
We integrate a diverse array of interdisciplinary approaches - from linguistics and psychology to neuroscience and AI - to push the boundaries of the sciences of the mind and pioneer innovative solutions for conscious empowerment.
Current Research
Language
Language serves as a fundamental medium through which we encode our thoughts, emotions, and experiences. By studying the properties and functions of language, we can unravel how human experiences are intricately encoded and transformed through symbolic operations.
Inner Speech
Inner speech, the silent voice in our minds, is an enigmatic conscious experience where the brain engages in a dialogue with itself. Why and how does the brain reflect on itself and interact with the world through language, and why is this ability not experienced universally by all individuals?
Voice Hearing
Voice hearing refers to perceiving non-existent voices. While some people occasionally hear names or imagine familiar voices, others suffer from persistent, distressing voices. What does this continuum reveal about the brain, and how does occasional voice hearing develop into psychosis?
