Thomas Reber

Thomas Reber is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the Distance Learning University Switzerland (FernUni Schweiz), leading the Bachelor and Master DE programs in the Faculty of Psychology. His research focuses on neural correlates of memory, perception, and consciousness, particularly in the human medial temporal lobe. He employs techniques like intracranial EEG, fMRI, and single-cell recordings. At FernUni Schweiz, he integrates cognitive neuroscience insights into educational technology to enhance learning processes.

Education & Career:

• PhD in Psychology, University of Bern (2012)
• Research Fellow at the University of Bonn's Department of Epileptology (2013–2018)
• Joined FernUni Schweiz in 2018; promoted to Associate Professor in 2022

Research Projects:

• Workload and Learning Behavior in Distance Learning
• Online Learning Environment Design
• Second Language Acquisition Principles
• Cognitive Impact of Smartphone Presence

Teaching: Courses include Biological Psychology, Introduction to Psychology, and Methodological Training in Neuroscience.

Grants & Labs: Active in applied research on educational technology, collaborating on projects like EDUDL+ and the School of Tomorrow initiative.