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Professor MacIver is recognized for his interdisciplinary research that merges computational modeling and bio-inspired robotics with animal behavior studies and neurobiology. His work focuses on understanding how animals acquire sensory information to guide their movement and decision-making. This research integrates aspects of biology, engineering, and neuroscience, examining the interplay between the sensory and motor systems in various species. In addition to his research contributions, MacIver has received several accolades, including the Presidential Early Career Award for Science and Engineering and the NSF Career Award in 2009. He has also served as an organizer for the International Symposium on Robotic Electrosense and as a science consultant for the entertainment industry, demonstrating his commitment to advancing both academic and public engagement with science. His significant contributions to neuroscience and robotics have made him a key figure in his field.
Northwestern University • Evanston, IL
Teaches graduate level courses in neural engineering and undergraduate classes in neuroscience and programming.
Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.