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Tobias Gerstenberg is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in the Department of Computer Science. His research primarily focuses on Cognitive Psychology and the intersection of cognitive science and decision-making processes. He completed his PhD at University College London in Cognitive Science in 2013 and holds a Master's degree in Cognitive Decision Sciences from the same institution. Prior to his current position, he held postdoctoral roles at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, gaining substantial experience in conducting empirical research. Gerstenberg is actively involved in teaching at Stanford, guiding students in various psychology and symbolic systems courses, while also contributing to academic mentorship. He is a member of the Symbolic Systems Program and his work has been recognized with awards, including the Stanton Prize from the Society for Philosophy and Psychology in 2024.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Assistant professor in the Department of Psychology, with a courtesy role in Computer Science.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
Conducted research in cognitive psychology.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA
Engaged in postdoctoral research projects.
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