AI & Neural Modeling
Deep learning, spiking neural networks and computational cognition, to understand and replicate human intelligence.
NISC Lab · University of Messina
NeuroInformatics and Cognitive Sciences Laboratory
An interdisciplinary research group studying the human mind and behaviour through artificial intelligence, virtual reality, neuroscience and psychology.
Research areas
We combine methods from computer science, neuroscience, psychology and philosophy to study cognition and intelligent systems.
Cognitive Science & Neuropsychology
Perception, reasoning and behaviour, studied through neuroscience and philosophy of mind frameworks.
Virtual & Augmented Reality
Immersive experimental environments for therapy, education and interactive cognitive research.
Participate in our research
Join one of our cognitive science or VR studies. UniMe students earn 0.5 CFU per study.
Moral Decision-Making
Moral choices and cognitive reasoning in real-life inspired scenarios.
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Fear of Insects in VR
Face your fear of insects in a safe virtual environment. Conducted in English.
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Fear of Heights VR
Experience and overcome acrophobia through immersive VR exposure.
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Panic Attack Research
AI avatars and psychologists together, exploring panic responses.
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Escape the Crowd VR
Virtual crowd scenarios exploring stress, attention and adaptive behaviour.
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