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Tom Carlson is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney, where he focuses on exploring the brain mechanisms underlying human perception. His research employs a range of methods, including functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and magnetoencephalography (MEG), to investigate how information is represented in the brain and how this influences behavior. He leads a computational theoretical neuroscience research group within the School of Psychology, engaging in projects that integrate advanced neuroimaging techniques and machine learning methodologies to decode perceptual information. Carlson has a notable academic trajectory, having held positions such as ARC Future Fellow and Senior Lecturer at Macquarie University, and Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland. His collaborative projects span studies on object, motion, and face perception with institutions including University College London and the National Institute of Mental Health. Carlson's lab emphasizes a strong programming foundation, as evidenced by their research approach, which combines neuroscience and computer science to further understand cognitive processes. He is currently overseeing multiple research endeavors and is open to supervising Honours and PhD students in related fields.
University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia
Leading research on brain mechanisms related to human perception.
Macquarie University • Sydney, Australia
Conducted research on cognitive neuroscience.
University of Maryland • USA
Research in neuroscience and cognitive processes.
Harvard University/University of Utrecht • USA/Netherlands
Studied neural mechanisms and cognitive functions.
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