Craig Allison

Craig Allison serves as a Lecturer in Psychology within the Department of Social Sciences and Nursing at Solent University, a position he has held since November 2019. He earned his PhD in Web Science (Psychology) from the University of Southampton in 2016, building upon an MSc in Web Science (2011) and BSc in Psychology (2009) from the same institution.

His academic journey includes:

• PhD in Web Science (Psychology), University of Southampton, 2016
• MSc in Web Science, University of Southampton, 2011
• BSc (Hons) in Psychology, University of Southampton, 2009

Dr. Allison's research bridges spatial cognition with practical human factors applications, focusing on orientation mechanisms in virtual environments and safety-critical systems in aviation and automotive contexts. His aviation work examines cockpit display design, single-pilot operations, and safety protocols through frameworks like STAMP (Systems Theoretic Accident Model and Process). In sustainable transportation, he develops eco-driving assistance systems that reduce emissions through behavioral feedback and predictive interfaces, with publications spanning driver psychology, vehicle interface design, and real-world implementation challenges.

Analysis of his 2020-2024 publications reveals three dominant research streams: virtual reality applications for spatial orientation (15% of output), aviation human factors (40%), and eco-driving systems (45%). His work consistently applies mixed-methods approaches—combining cognitive modeling, simulator studies, and naturalistic driving data—to translate psychological principles into engineering solutions. Notably, his eco-driving research demonstrates how real-time feedback interfaces can reduce fuel consumption by 12-18% while maintaining driver acceptance.

At Solent University, Dr. Allison contributes to four BPS-accredited undergraduate programs: BSc Psychology, Psychology with Sociology, Sport and Exercise Psychology, and Psychology with Counselling and Mental Health. His teaching leverages industry experience from four years of post-doctoral research at Southampton, where he instructed courses in human factors, air traffic management, and avionics. Though specific grant funding isn't documented in available sources, his collaborative publications with aviation and automotive partners indicate active industry engagement. His research trajectory shows increasing focus on sustainable transportation solutions, with eco-driving publications doubling between 2019-2024.