A photo of Emily Cooper

Research Bio

Emily Cooper is an associate professor in the School of Optometry.  Her lab’s research examines the mechanisms and phenomenology of human visual perception, with a particular emphasis on perception of three-dimensional space. The long-term goal of her research is to understand how 3D vision functions in the natural environment, and to apply these scientific insights to make perceptually meaningful improvements to vision care.

Research Expertise and Interest

3D vision, depth perception, computational neuroscience, augmented and virtual reality, assistive technology

Teaching

Courses taught during the three most recent terms
2026 Spring
  • Special Study for Honors Candidates  [COGSCI H195]  

  • Group Studies, Seminars, or Group Research  [VISSCI 298]  

  • Research in Vision Science  [VISSCI 299]  

2025 Fall
  • Supervised Independent Study  [COGSCI 199]  

  • Special Study for Honors Candidates  [COGSCI H195]  

  • Research in Vision Science  [VISSCI 299]  

2025 Spring
  • Binocular Vision and Space Perception  [OPTOM 219]  

  • Seeing in Time, Space and Color  [VISSCI 260D]  

  • Group Studies, Seminars, or Group Research  [VISSCI 298]  

  • Research in Vision Science  [VISSCI 299]