Dr. Adrian Alsmith

Biography

Adrian Alsmith studied Philosophy and Psychology at the University of Warwick and obtained postgraduate degrees from the University of Edinburgh and the University of Mainz. His research focuses on the intersection of philosophy and cognitive science, particularly concerning perception, self-consciousness, virtual reality, and imagination. Alsmith has held research and teaching positions at several prestigious institutions, including the University of Copenhagen, the École Normale Supérieure in Paris, and the University of Barcelona. His current work emphasizes understanding the extent to which bodily and mental activities structure human experiences of the world, with a particular interest in how innovations in virtual reality technology can enhance user interfaces that are based on bodily awareness. He teaches modules in Philosophy of Mind to students in the BSc Neuroscience undergraduate program. Alsmith is actively engaged in interdisciplinary collaborations with psychologists, neuroscientists, and computer scientists. He is open to inquiries from prospective research students about his research interests and welcomes opportunities for public engagement in his areas of expertise.

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