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William Andersson

MSc Cognitive Neuroscience
Stockholm

Summary

Swedish researcher raised in Singapore since 2006 with a diverse academic journey across Asia and Europe. Currently pursuing an MSc in Brain & Cognition at Erasmus University Rotterdam. Expertise in cognitive neuroscience, AI applications, and data analysis. Educational background in communication science from the University of Amsterdam and neuroscience from VU Amsterdam. Focuses on exploring the interplay between human cognition and emerging technologies, specifically interested in human-computer interaction and the influence of algorithms on perception and behavior.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Market Analyst

Net Insight
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Company Overview: Net Insight delivers high-performance, open video transport and media cloud solutions, setting the industry benchmark for flexibility, reliability, and scalability across live contribution, distribution, and remote production workflows for content providers worldwide.
  • Assessed cloud maturity for media delivery across the Asia-Pacific region, analyzing adoption trends, infrastructure capabilities, and readiness for scalable OTT and broadcast solutions.

Marketing Analyst, Employer Branding

Accedo
09.2022 - 04.2023
  • Company Overview: Accedo is a global video solutions company that helps leading media brands and broadcasters design, build, and grow their OTT streaming services.
  • Gained exposure to OTT platforms, streaming technologies, and media solutions for global clients.

Education

Master of Science (MSc) - Brain & Cognition (Cognitive Neuroscience)

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Rotterdam
09.2024 - 06.2025

Minor - Neuroscience

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Amsterdam
09.2023 - 01.2024

Research Bachelor - Communication Science (Media Psychology)

University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam
01.2019 - 01.2023

International Baccalaureate - Higher Levels: Economics, Business, English

Overseas Family School
Singapore
01.2006 - 01.2018

Skills

Projects

Master thesis

Mind vs machine: A Turing Test for Neural Networks, Replicating Human Vision Under Occlusion

  • Focusing on human and AI shape completion tasks under occlusion, contrasting AI outputs with human perceptual strategies.


Bachelor thesis

AI as a  mirror: Impact of Algorithmic Exposure on Human Self-Concept

  • Combined elements of communication science, psychology, and AI ethics.



Timeline

Master of Science (MSc) - Brain & Cognition (Cognitive Neuroscience)

Erasmus University Rotterdam
09.2024 - 06.2025

Market Analyst

Net Insight
09.2023 - 07.2024

Minor - Neuroscience

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
09.2023 - 01.2024

Marketing Analyst, Employer Branding

Accedo
09.2022 - 04.2023

Research Bachelor - Communication Science (Media Psychology)

University of Amsterdam
01.2019 - 01.2023

International Baccalaureate - Higher Levels: Economics, Business, English

Overseas Family School
01.2006 - 01.2018
William AnderssonMSc Cognitive Neuroscience