About Me
š Hi there! Iām Nicholas Guilbeault, a research software engineer with a passion for neuroscience, machine learning, and open-source technology.
šØāš» Currently, Iām at NeuroGEARS, building real-time machine learning, computer vision, and hardware integration tools for scientific research. Before that I was at the Gatsby Computational Neuroscience Unit, working closely with machine learning researchers and neuroscientists at the Sainsbury Wellcome Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour to build tools for intelligent experimental control and data analysis.
š Iām the core maintainer of the Bonsai.ML project, which integrates powerful ML functionality into the Bonsai-Rx visual reactive programming language, enabling researchers to conduct intelligent closed-loop experiments using machine learning algorithms. Iām also the author of PointProcessDecoder, a real-time Bayesian neural decoder for closed-loop experiments, and of BonZeb, a toolkit for high-speed kinematic tracking and closed-loop stimulation.
š During my PhD at the University of Toronto, I focused on developing computational tools to study the neural circuits and behaviour of larval zebrafish. My research combined closed-loop behavioural assays (fish VR), neural circuit imaging (two-photon calcium imaging), closed-loop perturbations (optogenetics and ablations), and machine learning data analysis to uncover insights into the neural underpinnings of sensorimotor processing.
āļø I'm driven to understand how things work. In my spare time, I enjoy undertaking personal projects where I can learn about new technologies, sift through internet archives, and experiment with new tools and frameworks.
š§ Iām always on the lookout to learn new things. I love keeping up-to-date with the latest advances in neuroscience and AI, particularly BCIs and neurotechnology.
ā½ Outside of work, I like to spend time outdoors, playing football, hiking, games, and spending time with family and friends. I also enjoy travelling to new places, and Iām always up for a good book or a thought-provoking podcast.
š± I'm keen to collaborate on new projects and ideas. Let's connect and create something amazing together!