Dr Shumetha Kaur Sidhu

Dr Shumetha Sidhu received her PhD from the University of Nottingham in 2020. Her thesis was in the field of human visual perception, specifically investigating the mechanisms of figure-ground segregation of orientation-based texture stimuli. She uses psychophysical paradigms, computational modelling, and eye-tracking techniques in her research to explore early vision in humans. Shumetha's current research area has extended into the field of cognition, specifically investigating lifestyle factors that improve cognition. She is particularly interested in what types of nature improves cognition; and how digital technology can be used as a protective barrier against cognitive decline in the elderly population.

Shumetha joined the School of Psychology at the University of Reading Malaysia in 2020, where she has since taught various psychology modules at an undergraduate level. Within the school, she serves as the Postgraduate Programme Lead, and at the university level, she holds the position of Director of Postgraduate Research Studies.