Columbus 2025
August 8th-10th, 2025
Our 2025 Psychophysiology Seminar and Workshop is taking place the weekend of August 8th -10th, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency located in Columbus, Ohio!
Join MindWare Technologies, along with presenters Dr. Greg Norman (University of Chicago) and Dr. Gary Berntson (The Ohio State University), for a full weekend of learning and networking. This seminar will cover heart rate variability and impedance cardiography – from the origins in the body to data collection, analysis, and use cases.
Join us for an unparalleled opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest advancements and practical applications in psychophysiology. Our seminar brings together researchers and professionals from around the globe, offering a unique platform to learn, network, and grow. Here’s what you can expect:
- Comprehensive Learning: Gain a thorough understanding of multiple physiological measures in one event, from their origins to hands-on data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
- Expert Insights: Learn from leading experts with numerous publications and extensive practical research experience.
- Interactive Workshops: Participate in engaging, hands-on workshops designed to enhance your practical skills and apply new techniques.
- Personalized Feedback: Receive tailored advice during individual consultations and get answers to your specific data and science questions.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with colleagues and potential collaborators during our Friday night networking event, complete with complimentary food and drinks.
- Cost-Effective: Save on the expense of attending multiple seminars by gaining all the knowledge you need in one comprehensive event.
Gary Berntson
Scientific Advisor
Dr. Gary Berntson is an Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Ohio State University. He has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles and edited numerous books, including Handbook of Psychophysiology and Handbook of Neuroscience for the Behavioral Sciences. He has held offices in Society for Psychophysiological Research, served on federal advisory committees and journal editorial boards, and as a fellow in various professional associations.
Greg Norman
Scientific Advisor
Dr. Greg J. Norman is an Associate Professor and the Director of Graduate Studies in the Psychology Department and a member of the Neuroscience Institute at the University of Chicago. As the director of the Social Psychophysiology and Neuroendocrinology Laboratory, Dr. Norman’s research program explores the intersection between affective neuroscience, psychophysiology, and social neuroscience. Dr. Norman received bachelor’s degrees in psychology and philosophy from The Ohio State University in 2007 and his PhD in psychology (specialization in behavioral neuroscience) in 2010 under the supervision of Dr. Gary G. Berntson and Dr. A. Courtney Devries. Following graduate school, Dr. Norman completed his post-doctoral training with Dr. John T. Cacioppo at The University of Chicago.
Agenda
Friday
| 8:30 am | Registration |
| 9:00 am – Noon | Introduction, History, and Foundations |
| Noon – 1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Practicum and Data Collection |
| 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Reception |
Saturday
| 9:00 am – Noon | Scoring and Algorithms |
| Noon – 1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Signal Processing and Data Analysis |
Sunday
| 9:00 am – Noon | Research Applications and Individual Consultations |
| Noon | Seminar Concludes |
Event Site and Housing
The event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in the heart of downtown Columbus. As Columbus is where the MindWare headquarters is located, we’ve hand-picked a hotel conveniently located near some of our favorite parts of the city’s Arts District, filled with galleries, dining, and the historic North Market.
REGISTRATION
Standard Pricing:
Registration: $745.00
Student Registration: $445.00
Early Bird Pricing until January 31st:
Early Bird Registration: $695.00
Early Bird Student Registration: $395.00
Refund Policy: If you cancel your registration before July 11th, 2025, you are entitled to a full registration refund. Cancellations received on or after July 8th will not receive a refund. To cancel your registration, email [email protected] or call us at 614-626-4888.
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For general information, send us an email at [email protected] or call us at 614-626-4888. See you in August!