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Dr. Yulia Mikhailova is a visionary researcher at the forefront of neuromorphic computing and brain-computer interfaces (BCIs), pioneering what she terms the "Neuropunk revolution." Her most cited work, "Neuropunk Revolution. Hacking Cognitive Systems towards Cyborgs 3.0" (2022), reimagines the cyberpunk ethos as a scientific movement, merging bio-plausible neural simulations with cutting-edge memristive technologies. This seminal paper lays the groundwork for a new paradigm in cognitive system hacking, where hardware and biology converge to enable next-generation cyborg technologies. Mikhailova’s contributions bridge theoretical neuroscience and applied engineering, offering a roadmap for creating adaptive, energy-efficient neural networks that mimic biological learning. Her research has garnered attention for its bold interdisciplinary vision, with the 2022 paper accumulating 3 citations—a modest count that belies its growing influence as a foundational text in emerging neurotechnology. By challenging conventional boundaries between human cognition and machine intelligence, Mikhailova is shaping a future where BCIs and neuromorphic systems evolve into seamless, symbiotic extensions of the mind. Her work inspires students and researchers to explore the ethical and technical frontiers of cyborg integration, positioning her as a key architect of the next wave of cognitive augmentation.