Professor Dr. Chris Eliasmith
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Biography
Chris Eliasmith is a Professor and the Director of the Centre for Theoretical Neuroscience at the University of Waterloo. He holds a Canada Research Chair in Theoretical Neuroscience. His work integrates philosophy of mind and cognitive science with advanced computational models, particularly focusing on theoretical neuroscience and neural dynamics. Eliasmith is well-known for building Spaun, the world's largest functional brain model, which simulates human cognitive capabilities. His research addresses critical philosophical questions regarding mental representation, computation, and the embodiment of cognitive processes. Eliasmith has published extensively in leading academic journals and has contributed significantly to the fields of cognitive science and philosophy. His selected publications include pivotal works on understanding mind through mathematical and computational frameworks. He also received the NSERC Polanyi Prize in 2015 and is a Fellow of the Cognitive Science Society and a member of the Royal Society of Canada, College of New Scholars.
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Experience
Professor, Director
2008-01-01 — PresentCentre for Theoretical Neuroscience, University of Waterloo • Waterloo, ON, Canada
Leading research and teaching in the field of theoretical neuroscience, focusing on the intersection of philosophy and cognitive science.
Awards
NSERC Polanyi Prize
Requirements for University of Waterloo
Master Program
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Specialization Notes
Includes fields like Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology.