About us
The Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the understanding, application, and impact of neuroscience in various areas of human endeavor through education, research, and high-level scientific dissemination.
THE INSTITUTE OF COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, incorporated under the federal regulations of the United States, dedicated to the advancement, integration, and dissemination of cognitive neuroscience and its application in the major domains of human development.
Founded in Puerto Rico, the Institute is a pioneer in the region in the systematic promotion of the study and research of cognitive neuroscience. Its work lies at the intersection of science, education, and society, with a focus on translating scientific knowledge into tangible impact in areas such as education, mental health, and the optimization of well-being.
Through strategic alliances with academic, scientific, and social institutions, the Institute has developed a sustained platform for training and outreach that includes high-level symposia, conferences, workshops, and congresses. Its professional training programs, accredited by the Medical Sciences Campus of the University of Puerto Rico, reflect a rigorous commitment to academic excellence and continuing education.
The Institute brings together an interdisciplinary network of scientists, physicians, psychologists, educators, and thought leaders, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and promoting a deeper understanding of the brain and human behavior. The participation of internationally renowned neuroscientists has strengthened its position as a high-level forum for intellectual exchange.
With a reach that extends beyond Puerto Rico, the Institute has impacted thousands of individuals through initiatives that integrate science and practice, promoting sustained transformations in lifestyles and well-being. Its approach is based on the premise that scientific knowledge, when rigorously applied, can generate significant changes at both the individual and collective levels.
Guided by an unwavering commitment to research, critical thinking, and excellence, the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience has established itself as a leading institution in the field of applied neuroscience. Its credibility and recognition stem not only from the quality of its programs but also from the depth of its academic and social impact.
OUR MISSION
To advance knowledge and inspire lifelong learning through cognitive neuroscience.
Our team
ACADEMIC COMMITTEE
Lourdes Lara, Ph.D.
Vicente Simon, MD
Paul Fulton, Ed.D.
RESEARCH AND MEDIA
Sharon alvarado
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jorge R. Reyes, MD
Karla Monsalve
Jose Aponte, MD
Alan Juarez Belaunde, MD
LOGISTICS
Michael Macedonio
Leishla Rodriguez
Camila Matos
Tatiana Sofia Conejo
OUR VISION
We envision a society where cognitive neuroscience directly impacts people's lives.
Our philosophy
THE INSTITUTE FOR COGNITIVE NEUROSCIENCE, as a non-profit organization 501(c)(3) committed to its mission and vision statements, has convened to reinvest part of its proceeds on scholarships for those who cannot afford upcoming events and for cognitive neuroscience research, development of projects, and cognitive neuroscience training.