Dr. Olaf Blanke

Biography

Olaf Blanke is a Full Professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in the Laboratory of Cognitive Neuroscience. His research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying bodily self-consciousness, perception, and experience of self in a virtual environment. He has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of how the brain integrates bodily signals with external stimuli to create the experience of self. Through various innovative studies, Blanke has explored the underpinnings of selfhood and how disruptions in these processes can lead to altered experiences of identity and existence. His work has implications for various fields including psychology, neuroscience, and robotics. Blanke has also contributed significantly to the field of virtual reality and its applications in studying consciousness and perception. He is recognized for his contributions to both academic literature and practical applications of his findings.

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