Dr. Chris Kent

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Biography

Chris Kent is a professor at the University of Bristol in the School of Psychological Science, specializing in Cognitive Psychology. His research primarily focuses on perception, memory, and the processing of visual, auditory, and haptic stimuli. Kent investigates how perceptual memory processes support a variety of cognitive tasks, including object encoding, storage, and retrieval. He is particularly interested in how attentional resources are allocated across static and moving stimuli, alongside the applied aspects of cognition, such as expert perception and haptic interfaces. His work employs a range of methodologies, including psychophysical techniques, eye tracking, and signal-to-response methods, to develop mathematical models that account for perceptual memory in task-based scenarios. Kent's contributions to the fields of cognitive psychology are further indicated through his active projects and collaborations, as well as a network of research that explores innovative therapeutic products for individuals living with dementia.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, ENG

Teaching and research in Cognitive Psychology, focusing on perception and memory.

Visiting Researcher

2013-01-01 — 2013-03-31

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Conducted research on perception and memory processes at an international institution.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
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Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.