At the center of my academic journey has been a deep curiosity to puzzle out the intricate algorithms that underpin human visual perception and cognition. In this pursuit, I leverage a combination of behavioral and psychophysical experiments, neuroimaging techniques, and state-of-the-art computational modeling. Particularly, as we enter an era where AI systems become increasingly integrated into our daily lives, I see a compelling opportunity to investigate the fundamental principles of cognitive neuroscience through the lens of comparing human and machine cognition.

I should acknowledge that my academic progress has been greatly influenced by the guidance of Prof. Jong-Hwan Lee, Prof. Frank Tong, Dr. Xavier Boix, and Prof. Pawan Sinha. Their mentorship has not only enriched my understanding of engineering and neuroscience but has also set a solid foundation for my research. Those interested in their contributions to science are encouraged to visit their websites.

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