

Lead Neuroscientist at Virtuleap
Senior
Medical doctor with a PhD in Neuroscience with >20 years of experience as a research neuroscientist
Biography
Nicolas A. Morgenstern is the Lead Neuroscientist at Virtuleap, a company at the intersection of neuroscience and virtual reality, where he oversees R&D. Nicolas is a medical doctor with a Ph.D. in Neuroscience and over 20 years of experience in neuroscience research. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, investigating the role of aging and neurodegeneration in neuronal plasticity. After that, he led cutting-edge brain connectivity research at the Champalimaud Foundation in Lisbon, Portugal, pioneering innovative methods merging optogenetics and electrophysiology. His work has contributed to high-impact publications in neuroscience. At Virtuleap, Nicolas bridges science and technology, collaborating closely with the game design team to develop neuroscience-backed VR activities for cognitive training and assessment. His current research interests focus on neurotechnology, particularly the use of virtual reality and other emerging technologies for clinical applications in cognitive health.