Dr. Michael Newton

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Biography

Michael J Newton obtained a BSc in Physics from the University of Edinburgh in 2004, specializing in musical acoustics at the honors level. He pursued a PhD in physics, focusing on speech production and brass playing under the supervision of Professor Murray Campbell, graduating in 2009. Between 2010 and early 2012, he worked on the development of novel microphone technology and auditory modeling at the University of Stirling, UK, within the realm of Computing Science. In February 2012, he rejoined the Musical Acoustics Group at the University of Edinburgh as a lecturer, where he plays a key role as the Programme Director for the MSc in Acoustics and Music Technology. His primary research interests include acoustics, audio signal processing, musical instrument design and analysis, as well as sensor design, fabrication, and testing, with an emphasis on applying machine learning techniques in acoustics and audio. He is also actively involved in PhD supervision topics related to acoustics and audio computational instrument research technology.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2012-02-01 — Present

Reid School of Music • Edinburgh

Lecturer at the Reid School of Music, specializing in musical acoustics and the Programme Director for MSc Acoustics and Music Technology.

Requirements for University of Edinburgh

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.25
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in business, management, or related subject
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