Greg Wallace
About Greg Wallace
Greg Wallace is an Associate Professor at The George Washington University, specializing in social cognitive development in individuals with autism. He holds a PhD in Psychology from King's College London and has extensive experience in neuroimaging techniques related to autism spectrum disorders.
Work at The George Washington University
Greg Wallace has been serving as an Associate Professor at The George Washington University since 2020. His role involves teaching and conducting research in the field of psychology, specifically focusing on social cognitive development in individuals with autism. Prior to his current position, he worked at the same institution as an Assistant Professor from 2014 to 2020. His contributions to the university include mentoring students and engaging in collaborative research initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Greg Wallace earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completing his studies from 1991 to 1995. He then pursued a Master's degree in Applied Developmental Psychology at George Mason University, which he completed from 1998 to 2001. He further advanced his education by obtaining a PhD in Psychology from King's College London between 2002 and 2006. His academic background supports his expertise in neuroimaging techniques related to autism spectrum disorders and developmental neuropsychology.
Background
Before his academic career, Greg Wallace worked as a Job Coach at the Division TEACCH at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 1995 to 1996. He later served as a Research Fellow at the National Institute of Mental Health from 2007 to 2013. His diverse background in both practical and research settings has shaped his understanding of autism and cognitive development, leading to his current research focus.
Research Focus
Greg Wallace specializes in research concerning social cognitive development in individuals with autism. His work includes a focus on developmental neuropsychology, particularly in relation to savant skills. He employs neuroimaging techniques to explore the cognitive processes associated with autism spectrum disorders, contributing to the understanding of these complex conditions.