Dr. Nathan Crowder

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Biography

Nathan Crowder is a Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Dalhousie University. His research focuses on the brain processes that govern how visual information is interpreted, and the ways in which animals use this information to make perceptual decisions. The work conducted in his lab employs various methodologies, including optogenetics, behavioral tasks, electrophysiology, and computer modeling, to monitor and manipulate targeted components within local and large-scale neural networks. This research aims to elucidate causal links between neural processing and perceptual understanding. With a solid academic background consisting of a PhD from the University of Alberta and Postdoctoral Fellowships at the Australian National University and Emory University, he brings a wealth of knowledge to the field. Crowder has published several notable papers in reputable journals and regularly contributes to the academic community through memberships in various neuroscience organizations.

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Experience

Professor

— Present

Dalhousie University • Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, specializing in brain processes related to visual information.

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Professor of the Year

Courses

Perceptual Processes, NESC/PSYO 2150 Cellular Neuroscience, NESC/PHYL/PSYO 2570 (coordinator) Methods of Sensation and Perception, NESC/PSYO 3051