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WHO WE ARE

We are a team of scientists and developers with expertise in human psychology, deep learning, and data analysis. We are also innovators and problem solvers, applying our evidence-based techniques and software globally, across a wide range of sectors.

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OUR ESTABLISHED TEAM OF EXPERTS

Toby De Burgh

Co-founder & CEO

Dr Alexander Mead

Technical product Lead

Tilly Loveland-Perkins

Head of Operations

Dr Tslil Ofir

Research Scientist

Ellie Willis

Head of business operations

FO Ben Boness MRAeS

Business development - Aviation

Kate Sprake HCPC RPA MPE

Healthcare Advisor

Capt Richard Nanton FRAeS Flo

Aviation Advisor

Elliot Whybrow

Junior software engineer

Omkar Solankey

Data Scientist

Pamela Paniccia

Research Assistant

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Toby De Burgh

Co-founder & CEO

BIOGRAPHY

A senior consultant in the nuclear industry. Toby started his career working with MOD submarines before moving into reactor decommissioning. Toby is a VR training specialist having overseen VR development across a range of sectors.

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Pamela Paniccia

Research Assistant

BIOGRAPHY

As Research Assistant, Pamela leads hands-on product research testing at Cineon. With a strong background in cognitive neuroscience, health psychology, and social care research across UCL and Cardiff University she brings robust research experience and meticulous data collection skills to refine ELE and the performance of Cineons XR tools.

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Ellie Willis

Head of Business Operations

BIOGRAPHY

An experienced Office Manager and Executive Assistant within dynamic, growing organisations, Ellie ensures Cineon runs seamlessly behind the scenes. She oversees all non-product functions from HR and compliance to facilities, internal operations an marketing, creating the structure and support that enable the teams to focus on innovation and impact.

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Dr Alexander Mead

Technical product Lead

BIOGRAPHY

An experienced Software Engineer and Technical Product Manager, Alexander leads the development of Cineon’s Empathic Learning Engine. Drawing on expertise in Python, machine learning, and VR technologies, he guides the team to deliver data-driven, human-centred XR solutions that advance emotion AI and immersive learning applications.

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Ross Lockett-Kirk

Game Designer

BIOGRAPHY

As Game Designer at Cineon, Ross specialises in VR design, prototyping mechanics, and refining interactive gameplay. With a background in indie game development and a BA in Computer Game Design, he brings creative design thinking and practical production skills to deliver immersive, user-centred XR training and simulation experiences.

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Dr Tslil Ofir

Research Scientist

BIOGRAPHY

Tslil has been instrumental in developing testing protocols and overseeing product research, including the Gold Data 2 project with over 100 participants. Drawing on her PhD in Psychology and extensive experience in eye-tracking, neuromodulation, and behavioural research, she translates complex scientific insights into practical insights that advance ELE and Cineon’s immersive XR training solutions.

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Omkar Solankey

Data Scientist

BIOGRAPHY

Omkar develops advanced machine learning models to process complex psychophysiological data for emotion AI applications. With research experience in neural decoding, EEG-based neurodiagnostics, and adaptive AI systems, he brings deep expertise at the intersection of neuroscience and intelligent systems to enhance human performance and healthcare innovation.

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Marouane Ferjani

Data Scientist

BIOGRAPHY

Marouane transforms large-scale psychophysiological and time-series data into actionable insights for emotion AI solutions. With a background in computer vision, deep learning, and real-time crowd analytics from Bournemouth University and the S4AllCities project, he brings hands-on experience in building scalable, high-performance systems for complex sensor data environments.

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Elliot Whybrow

Junior software engineer

BIOGRAPHY

As Junior Software Engineer at Cineon, Elliot supports the development of API-based systems that analyse and adapt to human emotion in real-time XR environments. Being a recent graduate, they bring cutting-edge programming skills, technical agility, and a collaborative mindset to help translate innovative product concepts into functioning, scalable solutions.

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Tilly Loveland-Perkins

Head of Operations

BIOGRAPHY

A leader in XR and human performance focused on developing human-centred digital mental health solutions and adaptive XR training tools. She leads strategy and innovation at Cineon, translating applied research and AI-enabled immersive technologies into practical, real-world solutions across a range of sectors.

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Sam Vine

Co-founder & CSO

BIOGRAPHY

Professor of Psychology at the University of Exeter, and a leading researcher in the neuropsychology of learning. Professor Vine has a specific focus on eye tracking technology to understand human cognition and learning.

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Kate Sprake HCPC RPA MPE

HEALTHCARE ADVISOR

BIOGRAPHY

Consultant Healthcare Scientist specialising in diagnostic radiology and radiation protection in healthcare. She performs the role of Clinical Governance Lead for Healthcare Science and Technology at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust.

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FO Ben Boness MRAeS

Business Development - Aviation

BIOGRAPHY

A Senior First Officer with over twenty years in commercial aviation. He has extensive experience in modern pilot training and the application of immersive technologies. He supports Cineon’s business development and engagement within the aviation sector.

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Camilla Carson

CRO

BIOGRAPHY

Camilla brings 18 years’ experience in finance and technology sales to Cineon. She is a board member at FYLD AI and has led international sales teams across Europe, the US and Asia. Camilla was the Global Vice President of Sales at Black Swan Data for 5 years and specialises in building and scaling enterprise sales teams.

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Capt Richard Nanton FRAeS Flo

AVIATION ADVISOR

BIOGRAPHY

An experienced Flight Operations Executive with over 35 years in the aviation and aerospace industry. He has accumulated approximately 13,000 flight hours. His career includes senior management roles that involved organisational design, regulatory compliance, safety oversight, and cost reduction programs.

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Willian McBarnett

AVIATION

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An airline pilot with over 40 years of continuous flying experience. William flew military transport and rotary aircraft from 1983 to 1996, and the Airbus A320 since 1996. With extensive experience as an independent TRI/TRE in the UK, he is focused on developing expertise within the pilot community.

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WHO WE ARE

OUR ESTABLISHED TEAM OF EXPERTS

Toby De Burgh

Co-founder & CEO

Dr Alexander Mead

Technical product Lead

Tilly Loveland-Perkins

Head of Operations

Dr Tslil Ofir

Research Scientist

Ellie Willis

Head of business operations

FO Ben Boness MRAeS

Business development - Aviation

Kate Sprake HCPC RPA MPE

Healthcare Advisor

Capt Richard Nanton FRAeS Flo

Aviation Advisor

Elliot Whybrow

Junior software engineer

Omkar Solankey

Data Scientist

Pamela Paniccia

Research Assistant

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Cineon are pioneers in developing immersive technology and eye-tracking solutions for a wide spectrum of training and therapeutic applications.