John Philbeck
About John Philbeck
John Philbeck is a Professor with a focus on Cognitive Neuroscience, holding a PhD from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has extensive experience in academia, including editorial work and mentoring graduate students, and currently teaches at George Washington University.
Work at The George Washington University
John Philbeck has been a Professor at The George Washington University since 2015. He previously held the same position from 2000 to 2014, totaling 14 years of service at the institution. His role involves teaching and mentoring students in the field of cognitive neuroscience. Philbeck also served as the Charter Director of the GW Mind-Brain Institute, where he played a key role in establishing academic initiatives focused on the intersection of mind and brain research.
Education and Expertise
John Philbeck earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he studied from 1991 to 1997. He furthered his education with a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Cognitive Neuroscience at Carnegie Mellon University from 1997 to 2000. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in cognitive neuroscience and psychology, contributing to his expertise in these fields.
Background
Philbeck's academic career began at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he worked as a Graduate Student from 1991 to 1997. His experience spans both the US and Australian academic systems, providing him with a global perspective on education and research. He has coordinated international courses, including a statistics course at the University of Wollongong that was taught in Singapore.
Achievements
John Philbeck has extensive experience in editorial and grant reviewing, having reviewed for over 30 journals and multiple panels for the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). He has mentored graduate students who have received prestigious fellowships and awards, including two National Science Foundation graduate fellows, one APA graduate fellow, and one Presidential Early Career awardee.