Gabriel Blanco-Gomez

Ph.D. Candidate in Neuroscience | McGill University

Exploring how language shapes the human brain

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Gabriel Blanco-Gomez

About Me

I am a Ph.D. candidate in Neuroscience at McGill University, specializing in understanding the neural foundations of language development and autism spectrum disorders. My research at the Montreal Neurological Institute combines cutting-edge methodologies, including EEG, eye-tracking, and computational approaches to identify early markers of neurodevelopmental conditions. I investigate how language abilities emerge in early childhood, with particular focus on children at risk for autism. This research has important implications for early intervention strategies and personalized therapeutic approaches. In addition to my research, I am passionate about science communication and have been recognized for my ability to translate complex neuroscience concepts into accessible presentations for diverse audiences. When not in the lab, I enjoy traveling, photography, and exploring different cultures.

Research Interests

Exploring the neural foundations of language and autism spectrum disorder

Language Development

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Brain Imaging & Analysis

Early Intervention Approaches

Bilingualism & Cognitive Development

Education

Academic journey and achievements

2021 - Present

Doctor of Philosophy, Integrated Program in Neuroscience

McGill University

Expected June 2026

2020 - 2021

Master of Science, Integrated Program in Neuroscience

McGill University

2016 - 2020

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience and French Linguistics

University of Toronto

Skills

Technical and professional competencies

Research Methods

  • EEG Recording & Analysis Expertise
  • Eye-Tracking Advanced
  • Behavioral Testing Proficient

Technical Skills

  • Python Advanced
  • Bash & Command Line Proficient
  • R Proficient

Publications & Research Output

Academic contributions and research in progress

Published Journal Articles

2025
• Blanco-Gomez, G., O'Reilly, C., Webb, S. J., Elsabbagh, M., & BASIS Team (2025). The Development of Lateralized Brain Oscillations in Infants: Lessons From Autism. Developmental Psychobiology, 67(6), e70101. https://doi.org/10.1002/dev.70101
2025
• Blanco-Gomez, G., Wright, N., O'Reilly, C. et al. (2025). EEG neurosubtyping of infants predicts language trajectories. Journal of Neural Transmission. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00702-025-03063-2
2025
• Beauchamp, M. L., Blanco-Gomez, G., Rezzonico, S., Jeuland, E., Bedford, R., Duku, E., … & Elsabbagh, M. Psychometric Assessment Of The Narrative Scoring Scheme In Bilingual And Monolingual Children On The Autism Spectrum. Rivista di psicolinguistica applicata, 47. https://doi.org/
2019
• Barraza, P., Pérez, A., Rodríguez, E., Blanco-Gomez, G., & others (2019). Implementing EEG hyperscanning setups. MethodsX, 6, 428–436. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mex.2019.02.021

Book Chapters

2026
• Blanco-Gomez, G., O'Reilly, C., Elsabbagh, M., Belmonte, M., & Anagnostou, E. (2026). Early developmental markers: neurophysiology and behaviour. The Autism Spectrum. Elsevier Science.

Manuscripts in Revision

2026
• Blanco-Gomez, G., Scorah, J., O'Reilly, C., Huberty, S., van Noordt, S., Carter Leno, V., Webb, S. J., & Elsabbagh, M. (2026). Sex differences in infant brain developmental trajectories in ASD. Manuscript submitted for publication to Frontiers in Computational Neuroscience.
2026
• Blanco-Gomez, G., O'Reilly, C., Desjardins, J. A., Huberty, S., Hebert Lalonde, N., Scorah, J., Kalashnikov, Y., Malenfant, K., Katalifos, A., Hosein Poitras Loewen, A., Knoth, I., Martin, C.-O., Fontaine, V. K., Bigdeli-Azari, H., Belanger, A.-M., Brassard, M.-L., Jacquemont, S., Forgeot d'Arc, B., Ernst, C., Carter, M., Lucas Tardif, C., Michaud, J., Couture, M., Abadie, P., Joober, R., Rouleau, G., Lippé, S., & Elsabbagh, M. (2026). Autism neuro-subtyping: EEG approaches to tackle autism heterogeneity. Manuscript submitted for publication to Autism Research.

Research Funding & Awards

Scholarships, grants, and recognitions supporting my research journey

Research Funding

2025

Doctoral Training Scholarship

Fonds de recherche du Québec

$66,000 CAD
2022

Jeanne-Timmins Costello Award

McGill University

$10,000 CAD
2021

Québec Autism Research Training (QART) Fellowship

QART Program

$20,000 CAD
2020

Dr. Lorus J Milne and Dr. Margery J Milne Award

University of Toronto

$4,000 CAD
2020

University of Toronto Undergraduate Research Award (UTEA)

University of Toronto

$6,000 CAD
2020

NSERC Undergraduate Research Award (USRA)

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council

$5,162 CAD

Awards

2024

Provincial Winner - SciencePop Public Speaking Competition

SciencePop Competition

$1,500 CAD
2023

International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) Student and Trainee Award

INSAR

Recognition
2023

Joan & Warren Chippindale Fellowship

Highest ranked graduate student at Montreal Neurological Institute

$1,500 CAD
2020

Montreal Neurological Institute Recruitment Award

Montreal Neurological Institute

$4,000 CAD
2019-2020

Ontario Modern Language Teachers' Association Toronto Award

OMLTA

$1,128 CAD
2016

Provincial Winner - Concours National d'art Oratoire

National French Speaking Competition

Recognition

Media & Recognition

Honors and achievements in research and academia

3MT Award

First-place winner (French)

McGill 3MT competition

2025 and 2026

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SciencePop Award

Provincial Winner

SciencePop public speaking competition

2024

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Brain Canada Amazing Science Talks

Featured Speaker

Brain Canada's Amazing Science Talks

2022

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TEDxMcGill

TEDxMcGill

Speaker at national TEDx event

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