Dr. Emily Cooper

Biography

Emily Cooper is an Associate Professor in the Department of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of California, Berkeley. Her research interests focus on the visual system's ability to encode three-dimensional information, exploring how various visual cues contribute to the perception of three-dimensional worlds. She investigates the nature of these cues, including linear perspective and binocular disparity, and how perceptual experiences shape our understanding of 3D space. Her work also delves into the theoretical aspects of visual encoding, particularly the constraints of natural images in the visual field and the statistical regularities that our visual system exploits. Furthermore, Emily's research intersects with the creation of computer graphics and virtual reality, emphasizing the importance of realism for accurate perception and user comfort in digital environments.

Research Interests