Naomi Fineberg

University of Cambridge, University of Hertfordshire

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Naomi Fineberg is a leading figure in the field of obsessive-compulsive and related disorders (OCDs), with a research focus that bridges computational psychiatry, translational neuroscience, and clinical innovation. Her work is distinguished by pioneering efforts to model psychiatric conditions through robotics, as exemplified by her 2019 paper "A Robot Model of OC-Spectrum Disorders," which has garnered 15 citations and introduced a novel framework for investigating the embodied and contextual dimensions of mental health—a largely unexplored frontier. This contribution underscores her commitment to advancing mechanistic understanding of OCD spectrum disorders, moving beyond traditional symptom-based approaches. Fineberg’s 2021 perspective piece, "The Future of Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders," with 8 citations, further cements her role as a visionary, outlining research priorities that integrate neurobiological, cognitive, and computational insights. Her impact extends to shaping clinical practice and policy, with her work influencing diagnostic criteria and treatment strategies. Notably, Fineberg has been instrumental in fostering international collaborations and has received recognition for her leadership in psychiatric research. For students and researchers, her career exemplifies how interdisciplinary methods—from robotics to clinical trials—can illuminate complex mental health conditions, offering a roadmap for future discoveries in computational psychiatry and beyond.