Dr. Joel Pearson

Professor

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Biography

Joel Pearson is the world’s Neuro Futurist, neuroscientist, author, Director of the Future Minds Lab, and Deputy Director of Human Readiness at the UNSW AI Institute, as well as an ARC Future Fellow at the University of New South Wales. He initially studied art filmmaking at the College of Fine Arts before turning to the scientific mysteries of human consciousness and the complexities of the brain. As a prolific public speaker and writer, Pearson is recognized as a world expert on intuition, psychology, artificial intelligence, and mental imagery, including aphantasia. His pioneering research has significantly altered the understanding of human imagination and the psychological impact of AI on humanity. With a unique background in art and neuroscience, Pearson combines creative insight with scientific rigor to address organizational challenges faced by leaders navigating the AI revolution. He has hosted the popular ABC Sydney radio show 'The Brain Box' and has consulted for Fortune 500 companies like Google and KPMG to help prepare leadership teams for AI-driven transformation.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2018-01-01 — Present

Future Minds Lab • Sydney, Australia

Leading research initiatives on the intersection of neuroscience and artificial intelligence.

Deputy Director

2020-01-01 — Present

Human Readiness UNSW AI Institute • Sydney, Australia

Oversaw programs preparing human factors for AI integration in various sectors.

Requirements for University of New South Wales

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.