Tuomas Leisti is a Lecturer and Doctor of Psychology (PsT) at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with the Wellbeing Team 3. His professional roles include teaching psychology and research methods, supervising Master's theses, and contributing to RDI (Research, Development, Innovation) projects. He holds certifications as a licensed psychologist and professional teacher (AmO), with proficiency in Finnish (native), English (excellent), Swedish (average), and German (basic). Leisti's research focuses on geropsychology, wellbeing and health, innovation expertise, cognitive psychology, and the philosophy of mind. His doctoral work explored the role of consciousness in decision-making, with prior experience in human-technology interaction. He is particularly interested in decision-making processes, problem-solving, and the metacognitive skills underlying these activities. Key projects include the Wellbeing Hybridist initiative (2021–2023) and the pan-European COMHOM project (2025–2028), which addresses homelessness through data-driven solutions. His research outputs span over two decades, emphasizing subjective image quality evaluation, cognitive modeling, and quantitative methodologies. Leisti's work integrates empirical and philosophical approaches, addressing topics such as qualia, decision heuristics, and the interplay between conscious thought and judgment. Despite no explicitly listed awards, his extensive publication record reflects sustained contributions to psychological and applied research fields.










