Dr. Patrick Bennett

Professor

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Biography

Patrick J. Bennett is a Professor and Canada Research Chair in Vision Science at McMaster University. His research focuses on visual perception, including pattern vision, psychophysics, and perceptual learning and development. He investigates the effects of aging on vision and employs neuroimaging techniques alongside evoked potentials in his studies. Bennett has contributed significantly to the understanding of the ideal observer theory and its applications in visual processing. His work aims to bridge the gap between experimental psychology and practical implications in vision science, helping to enhance understanding of how visual information is interpreted across different ages and conditions.

Research Interests

Requirements for McMaster University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or a related area
Application Checklist
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