Dr. William Thompson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

William Hedley Thompson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in cognitive neuroscience, metascience, and network theory. He focuses on cognitive functions and clinical populations, developing new methods for analyzing behavioral neuroimaging data, particularly through temporal network theory. His work aims to improve scientific practices, enhancing readability of scientific texts, promoting dataset reuse, and managing media coverage. Thompson is also the main developer of NetPlotBrain, a software tool for neuroimaging analysis, and has contributed to projects like TemplateFlow. His educational background includes a BA in Theoretical Philosophy from the University of Gothenburg, an MSc in Cognitive Science from the University of Amsterdam, and a PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience from the Karolinska Institute. He has postdoctoral experience at both the Karolinska Institute and Stanford University, with an emphasis on cognitive science. Thompson teaches research methods, cognitive philosophy, and network theory.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Gothenburg • Göteborg

Teaching and research in cognitive science, focusing on research methods, cognitive philosophy, and network theory.

Requirements for University of Gothenburg

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:18
Reading
Required:18
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 credits) with a major in Political Science English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Identification document
  • Statement of Intent (if applicable for specific tracks)
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).