Randy Newman

Randy Newman is a Professor at Acadia University, serving as Head of Department. His research focuses on cognitive neuroscience and gender disparities in STEM fields. He holds a B.Sc. from Mount Allison University and M.Sc./Ph.D. from Dalhousie University.

Research interests include brain mechanisms underlying reading/speech processes using ERP and eye tracking, and interventions addressing the gender gap in computer science/engineering. Current work examines spelling's impact on spoken word recognition and the effect of girls-only science activities on career aspirations.

Publications span neuroimaging studies of dyslexia, phonological processing in reading, and spoken word recognition mechanisms. Advised five honours students between 2015-2017 focusing on neuroimaging techniques and developmental studies. No scientific awards explicitly mentioned.