Steven Wiesner, PhD

Biography

Advisor: Xin Huang, PhD

Keywords: Perception, Motion-based Segmentation, Vision, Systems Neuroscience, Behavior

Education
BS 2010, Biology, University of Wisconsin–Madison
PhD, 2021, Physiology, University of Wisconsin–Madison

Research
My research aims to understand the neural mechanisms of visual perception and motion-based segmentation. Focusing on understanding the contribution of distinct cortical regions within the dorsal visual stream, I aim to elucidate how the brain processes the available information to shape perception. Currently, I am interested in understanding how the brain uses the available information from motion cues for image segmentation, and how visual perception guides behavior. I employ a multifaceted approach, integrating human psychophysics, non-human primate electrophysiology and optogenetics to investigate underlying neural circuits and the interaction between various cortical areas.