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Thomas A. Cleland is a Professor of Psychology at Cornell University, affiliated with the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on how cognitive and perceptual processes emerge from neural circuit properties, particularly in olfactory systems. He explores learning, memory, and sensory processing using techniques like electrophysiology, computational modeling, and neuromorphic algorithms. Cleland's work bridges neuroscience and artificial intelligence, aiming to develop biologically inspired solutions for AI systems.
He teaches courses such as PSYCH 4600 (Neural Representations) and leads the Computational Physiology Laboratory. His research integrates interdisciplinary methods, including brain imaging (e.g., light-sheet imaging), behavior genetics, and theoretical studies. Cleland’s lab collaborates on projects like odor recognition, neuromorphic circuits, and neural oscillations, with publications spanning journals like Neuroscience and Artificial Intelligence.
His contributions include developing tools such as the Annolid segmentation framework and advancing understanding of olfactory bulb dynamics. Cleland’s work has implications for AI, sensory neuroscience, and neurotechnology, reflecting his commitment to linking biological insights with computational innovation.
