Athena Demertzi

Athena Demertzi is a prominent neuroscientist and the director of the Laboratory of Knowledge Physiology at the University of Liège in Belgium. Her research focuses on understanding the complexities of cognitive processes, including the phenomenon of 'mind blanking,' where individuals experience temporary lapses in thought. She has contributed significantly to the study of brain activity patterns related to this phenomenon, exploring its implications for memory, attention, and consciousness.