Seda Karakose-Akbiyik

Every waking moment, our brains take on the incredible task of making sense of the world around us. It starts with basic perceptual inputs, like the shapes, colors, and movements we see, and transforms them into a rich understanding of our environment. This process allows us to recognize people, identify objects, and make sense of their actions and interactions.

In my research, I study the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying these abilities using functional neuroimaging and other cognitive science methods, such as behavioral studies, computational modeling, and neuromodulation. I explore the cognitive and neural basis of these abilities not only in the neurotypical brain but also in the context of varying sensory experiences, such as blindness, and in how they break down in cases of brain damage.

I'm a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Vision and Perception Neuroscience Lab at Stanford University Department of Psychology, working with Professor Kalanit Grill-Spector. Previously, I completed my PhD at Harvard University working with Professor Alfonso Caramazza. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Boğaziçi University, followed by a Master of Science in Cognitive Psychology at Koç University, where I worked with Professors Fuat Balci and Tilbe Göksun.