VALERIA OCCELLI

“We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are” -- Anaïs Nin (1961).  

Throughout my research work, I have delved into the issue of how humans process and integrate sensory information, and how these processes change as a consequence of neurological conditions or sensory deprivation. In particular, I have investigated the crossmodal plasticity mechanisms that can be observed in people who have been blind since birth or who have lost their sighted later in life. I have explored these issues from both a behavioural (psychophysics) and neuroimaging perspective (i.e., MEG and fMRI).

In continuation with my long-standing research interest into (multi)sensory perception, I am currently in the process of setting the foundations of a new avenue in my career path, by exploring how cognitive and perceptual processes can be affected by individual variability in traits, beliefs and personality.  

Module Leader:

Cognitive Psychology (PSY4311) - Master’s Program in Psychology (Conversion)

Lecturer:

Real World Psychology (PSY1117) - Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Cognitive Psychology (PSY2114) - Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Cognitive Psychology (PSY4311) - Master’s Program in Psychology (Conversion)

Biological Psychology and Cognitive Psychology Sessions - FastTrack University Foundation Certificate

Seminar Tutor:

Research Methods and Data Analysis (PSY2116) - Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Applying Psychology (PSY2117) - Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Developmental Psychology (PSY2112) - Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Biological Psychology (PSY2115) - Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Personality and Individual Differences (PSY3129) - Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Cognitive Psychology (PSY4311) - Master’s Program in Psychology (Conversion)

Dissertation Supervisor: 

Undergraduate Program in Psychology

Master’s Program in Psychology (Conversion)