Sean Escola
About Sean Escola
Sean Escola is a co-founder and chief neuroscientist at Herophilus, and a co-founder at Neuromatch and Fauna Robotics. He has a strong academic background, holding multiple degrees from Columbia University and serving as an assistant professor at Columbia University Medical Center.
Work at Fauna Robotics
Sean Escola serves as a Co-Founder at Fauna Robotics, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he contributes to the development of robotics technology, leveraging his extensive background in neuroscience and artificial intelligence. His involvement with Fauna Robotics aligns with his commitment to advancing the intersection of technology and healthcare.
Current Role at Neuromatch
Since 2020, Sean Escola has been a Co-Founder and Board Member at Neuromatch, Inc. This non-profit organization focuses on democratizing science through education, career support, and open publishing. His work here emphasizes the importance of accessibility in scientific research and education.
Academic Position at Columbia University Medical Center
Sean Escola has held the position of Assistant Professor at Columbia University Medical Center since 2014. His academic role involves teaching and conducting research in neuroscience. He runs an academic research lab that focuses on neural circuit computations related to motor control and learning, which informs his work in neuroscience-inspired artificial intelligence.
Educational Background
Sean Escola has a robust educational background from Columbia University. He earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Theoretical Neuroscience. Additionally, he holds a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biochemistry and Computer Science. His diverse education supports his multifaceted career in neuroscience and technology.
Experience in Psychiatry and Neuroscience
Sean Escola has extensive experience in psychiatry and neuroscience. He worked as a Resident in Psychiatry at Columbia University Department of Psychiatry and New York State Psychiatric Institute from 2010 to 2014. He also practiced as a clinical psychiatrist, providing medication management and psychotherapy to adult patients. His clinical experience informs his research and contributions to the field.