I’m a professional with a diverse and rich academic background. I initially embarked on a creative journey by completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the School of Fine Arts and Design in San Juan, Puerto Rico. I continued to evolve within the design field, earning a Master of Arts (MA) with Distinction from the University of Northumbria in England.
My academic journey continued as I delved into the intricate workings of the brain, earning a Master of Science (MS) in Neuroscience from the University Pablo de Olavide in Spain. I later earned a Ph.D. with Distinction in Cognitive Neuroscience from Maimónides University in Argentina, solidifying my expertise in the field of Cognitive Neuroscience and specializing in Mindfulness and its effects on the brain.
Currently I serve as the Executive Director (ad honorem) of the Institute for Cognitive Neuroscience, I have been Visiting Professor at both Boston University and Barcelona Autonomous University (UAB). Additionally, I have taken on the role of Program Director at the School of Fine Arts and Design in San Juan, Puerto Rico, where my multifaceted background contributes to a transdisciplinary approach to education.
I have had hands-on research experience, having worked at the Schikorski lab at the Central Caribbean University, specializing in neurophysiology. As my commitment to the intersection of neuroscience and well-being, I serve on the Board of Directors of the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy in Boston as well as a Founding Member of the Red Iberoamericana de Neurociencia Cognitiva in Spain, further establishing the influence of Mindfulness on a more global and scientific stage. With a dedication to bridging gaps between disciplines, I hope to inspire others and shape the future of cognitive neuroscience and its applications.