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Professor in the School of Psychological Sciences at Macquarie University and the Director of the Centre for Elite Performance Expertise and Training (CEPET) in Sydney, Australia, Michael Richardson has a robust background in cognitive science focusing on embodied cognition, social perception-action psychology, and complex systems. With expertise in human-machine systems, he directs research into modeling the dynamics of human perception, action, and cognition and the development of AI systems that facilitate effective human interaction. His diverse research interests cover a broad range of topics including computational dynamical modeling and machine learning. Over the years, he has successfully supervised numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students, with many of his PhD supervisees securing academic positions at prestigious institutions such as Stanford, Harvard, and UC San Diego. His extensive teaching experience includes a variety of theoretical quantitative courses in psychology and cognitive science, emphasizing hands-on research and active student engagement. Throughout his career, he has held various editorial and consulting positions and led numerous research projects aimed at advancing understanding of complex systems in relation to human behavior and interaction.
Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia
Teaching, research, and supervision within the School of Psychological Sciences.
University of Cincinnati •
Focused on complex systems and human perception.
Colby College •
Taught courses in cognitive science and psychology.
Applied to Department of Business (MBA Program).