The Vision and Driving research group is led by Dr Joanne Wood, a Professor in the School of Optometry and Institute of Health and Biomedical Innovation (IHBI) at QUT. The research activities of the Vision and Driving group are focused on the investigation of the relationship between different vision conditions, ageing and driving performance under real world conditions.
Research Assistants
Trent Carberry
Ralph Marszalek
Dr Philippe Lacherez
Dr Byoung Sun Chu
Research Collaborators
Professor David Atchison (QUT, Brisbane, Australia)
Professor Michael Collins (QUT, Brisbane, Australia)
Dr Mark King (QUT, Brisbane, Australia)
Emeritus Professor Rod Troutbeck (QUT, Brisbane, Australia)
Professor Louise Hickson (University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia)
Professor Alex Chapparo (Wichita State University, Kansas, USA)
Professor Kent Higgins (The Lighthouse Inc, New York, USA)
Professor Fred Owens (Franklin and Marshall College, Pennsylvania, USA)
Professor Rick Tyrrell (Clemson University, South Carolina, USA)
Professor Cynthia Owsley (University of Alabama, Alabama, USA)
Some Current Driving Research Projects
The Vision and Driving research group focuses on a number of primary research areas including:
- Vision and Age and Driving Performance
- Visual and Auditory Distracters and Driving
- Pedestrian and Cyclist Visibility In Low-Light Conditions
- Eye Movements and Driving
Research Opportunities with the Vision and Driving Team
Any possible research suggestions are welcomed and prospective students are encouraged to contact Professor Joanne Wood to discuss research opportunities.