About the BIU
The BIU supports experimental neuroimaging and multimodal research across psychological and sport science domains. Our core strengths include:
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Experimental fMRI
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Simultaneous EEG-fMRI acquisition
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Electrodermal activity (EDA) integration
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Brainstem imaging
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Developmental and lifespan imaging
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Clinical and translational neuroscience
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Brain–body interaction research in sports contexts
Governance & Team
The BIU operates under a structured governance model with a Board and a User Council, ensuring scientific quality, ethical compliance, transparent access procedures, and sustainable operation.
Board (Leadership & Strategic Oversight)
- Univ.-Prof. Dr. Anna Buchheim — Director
- Univ.-Prof. Dr. Carmen Morawetz — Scientific Director, Director of Operations, Director of Finance
- Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dorothea Hämmerer — Scientific Director
Additional Board Members: Univ.-Prof. Justin Lawley, PhD; Ass.-Prof. Dr. Matthias Schurz; Assoz. Prof. Mag. Karin Labek, PhD; Sabrina Lenzoni, PhD; Gaia Lapomarda, PhD; Sofia Amaoui, PhD; Jeff Maerz, PhD.
Lab Leadership (Operations & Training)
The Lab Leadership (Senior Scientists) supports technical operations and user onboarding, including safety briefings, Qualified User training, scan support, quality control, and scheduling coordination.
- Dr. Daniel Huber – Lab Manager, Certified MR Safety Officer, Technical Support Officer
- Jeff Maerz, PhD – Lab Manager, Certified MR Safety and First Aid Officer, Technical Support Officer
Administration
- Inge Pfanzelt – Secretary