Michael J. Morgan facts for kids
Michael John Morgan is a famous professor who studies how we see. He was born in Wales on August 25, 1942. He teaches at City, University of London. He is also a special member of the Royal Society, a group for top scientists.
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Who is Michael John Morgan?
Michael John Morgan is a professor who focuses on how our eyes and brain work together. He studies vision, which is how we see the world around us. His work helps us understand how our brains process what our eyes see.
Early Life and Education
Michael John Morgan was born in Cardiff, Wales. When he was younger, he went to Cowbridge Grammar School. Later, he studied at Queens' College, which is part of Cambridge University. This is where he learned a lot about science and research.
What Does He Study?
Professor Morgan's main area of study is the experimental psychology of vision. This means he does experiments to understand how our eyes and brain work together to create what we see. He looks at:
- Neuroanatomy: This is how the brain and nerves are built.
- Perception: This is how our brains make sense of the information our eyes send.
- Psychophysics: This is how our physical senses (like sight) connect to our mental experiences.
He tries to figure out everything from how light hits our eyes to how our brain understands shapes and colors.
His Books
Professor Morgan has written some important books.
- In 2001, he wrote a book called The Space Between Our Ears. This book won the Wellcome Trust Book Prize. This prize was given to books that helped people understand health and medicine.
- He also wrote a book called "Molyneux's Question." This book talks about a very old question: If someone who was born blind could suddenly see, would they know what objects were just by looking at them? This book explores the science and ideas behind how people learn to see after being blind.
Awards and Recognition
In 2005, Michael John Morgan was chosen to be a Fellow of the Royal Society. This is a very big honor for scientists in the United Kingdom. It means he is recognized as one of the best scientists in his field.
Family Life
Michael John Morgan is married to another famous scientist. His wife is Linda Partridge, who is a biologist. She is also a Fellow of the Royal Society, just like him.
