Jennifer Groh is a Professor of Neurobiology & Psychology at Duke University. She is considered a leading expert in multisensory integration, specifically how the brain merges sensory information to create perceptions, thoughts, and cognitive states. Groh's research delves into how sight and sound interact and how our environment shapes our attention and focus.
Groh's work explores the neural basis of "thinking," examining how the brain uses sensory-sensorimotor infrastructure to simulate scenarios, objects, or ideas. Her insights suggest that our thoughts are deeply embodied, with cognitive load in one sensory modality potentially affecting others. In a Huberman Lab podcast episode from November 10, 2025, Groh discussed strategies for improving learning, creativity, and daily functioning by harnessing our sensory and cognitive systems. She also shared her personal workspace strategy of working in an environment free of phones and internet to enhance focus.
