Andrew Stewart

Andrew Stewart is a Professor of Cognitive Science in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Manchester, where he also serves as Head of Department for Computer Science. His academic profile shows substantial research output with 68 publications, 2 projects, and 1 dataset. He has supervised 9 students through their academic work.

• Department: Department of Computer Science
• Position: Professor of Cognitive Science
• Administrative Role: Head of Department (Computer Science)

Professor Stewart's research interests focus on the intersection of cognitive science and data visualization. His work explores how humans process visual information, particularly in data representation contexts. He has significant expertise in eye movement studies, syntactic priming, and reproducibility in research methods. His recent work demonstrates a strong commitment to open science practices and improving research transparency.

His publication trends show a consistent focus on data visualization techniques, particularly scatterplots, and their cognitive impacts. Recent articles examine how visual design elements like point size, opacity, and axis limits affect data interpretation and belief formation. He's also actively involved in developing standards for research data management in health and social care contexts.

Professor Stewart contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through his work in open science and reproducible research practices. His research aligns with goals related to quality education and industry innovation.

• Digital Futures Research Beacon
• Manchester Institute for Collaborative Research on Ageing

As Head of Department, he oversees administration for the Computer Science department while maintaining an active research program. His recent projects include work with the UK Reproducibility Network and developing frameworks for digital notebook implementation in research settings. His supervision record includes 9 students across various research topics related to cognitive science and data visualization.

Professor Stewart maintains active collaborations across multiple disciplines, with research connections spanning psychology, computer science, healthcare, and social sciences. His work on the DeNOTE study demonstrates practical applications of his research in health and social care contexts.