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Mac Mingon serves as an Associate Lecturer in the School of Psychology at Western Sydney University, bringing expertise in interdisciplinary research that bridges cognitive science, cultural anthropology, and philosophy. With a strong publication record reflected in an h-index of 25, Dr. Mingon contributes to understanding how knowledge is embodied in skilled cultural practices.
Educational background:
- Doctor of Philosophy, Macquarie University
- Master of Research, Macquarie University
- Bachelor of Psychology
Research focuses on the intricate relationship between physical action and cognitive processes within cultural contexts, particularly examining embodied knowledge transmission in traditions like the Māori haka. Key investigations explore why artificial systems fail to replicate culturally embedded skilled performance, addressing fundamental questions about the interplay of cognition, physicality, and cultural heritage. This work reveals how intangible knowledge exists at the intersection of individual skill and collective cultural frameworks.
Recent publications demonstrate consistent interdisciplinary output, with the 2021 Synthese article establishing a significant contribution to understanding the limitations of robotics in cultural performance. The research trajectory shows increasing engagement with questions of cognitive skill acquisition and preservation of intangible cultural heritage through physical practice.
No scientific awards are documented in the current profile.
Collaborative research activities show international reach across multiple countries, though specific supervision practices and grant details remain unspecified. The profile indicates active engagement with global research networks while maintaining primary affiliation with Western Sydney University.
No dedicated research laboratory or specialized research team is associated with this position in the available information.
