William
Mills
About
- PhD Student
- CBU, Cambridge
- Computational neuroscience
- Machine learning
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PhD in Computational Neuroscience and Adolescent Development
University of Cambridge | Oct 2024 – Ongoing
Details
- Researching development across adolescence
- Using machine learning and computational modelling to analyse secondary data
- Focus on individual differences and transdiagnostic approaches
- Exploring how neural connectivity supports cognitive change over time
BSc Psychology — First Degree with Honors
University of Bristol | Sept 2021 – June
Details
- Educated in transdiagnostic research and neurodevelopmental disorders
- Completed a research project investigating cumulative culture using a 3D virtual experimental setup programmed in C#
- Explored advanced statistical methods in developmental science, including network analysis and machine learning techniques
Machine Learning Engineer
Weaving Change, Bristol | Jun 2024 – Oct 2024
Details
- Developed an Outfit Recommendation Algorithm for the 'Swerv' mobile app following a £50,000 grant from the MyWorld Creative Industries in AI programme
- Harnessed cutting-edge machine learning technologies to create a custom ML architecture
- Collaborated with a team using the agile development framework over a 3-month period
Computational Research Internship
Dr. Edwin Dalmaijer, University of Bristol | June 2023 – July 2023
Details
- Programmed a procedurally generated 3D map using C# and Unity
- Designed a generative algorithm to enable the rapid creation of complex virtual environments
- Developed software to facilitate non-technical users in producing VR experiments
Virtual Reality Software Engineering Placement
InReality Ltd | June 2019 – July 2019
Details
- Developed virtual reality health and safety training software using C# and Unity
- Enhanced perception and user experience in large-scale VR projects
- Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team to optimize virtual environments
Full Stack Web Developer — Beat this Together Charity Website
Beat this Together | April 2023 – July 2024
Details
- Developed a blog for a Bristol-based eating disorder awareness charity using Django
Research Assistant — Implicit Gender Attitudes Study
Dr. Bruce Hood, University of Bristol | May 2023 – Nov 2023
Details
- Programmed experiments using PsychoPy with JavaScript integration for web-based deployment
- Conducted data analysis, built pilot experiments, and researched background literature
- Used R and Python for data wrangling and statistical analysis
Qualitative Research Project — 'What does it mean to be happy?'
Bristol Futures Festival | July 2021 – September 2021
Details
- Conducted qualitative data analysis and interviews on subjective interpretations of happiness
- Used thematic analysis to identify commonalities and generate participant sub-groups
Book Contract: 'An Introduction to Using C# and Unity in Psychological Science'
Co-authoring with Dr. Edwin Dalmaijer | October 2023 – Ongoing
Details
- Writing a book aimed at psychology students interested in building 3D virtual experiments
- Simplifying advanced computational concepts for psychology students
- Teaching how to develop software applications using Unity and C#
Demonstrator for the R Programming Language for Multivariate and Linear Statistics
University of Cambridge | December 2024 – February 2025
Details
- Assisted in a class demonstrating R and advanced statistical methods in the social/cognitive sciences
- Guided students through implementing multivariate and linear statistical techniques in R
- Provided support for data analysis tasks, troubleshooting errors, and clarifying key statistical concepts
Teaching Assistant — Special Educational Needs Secondary School
Teaching Personnel, Bristol | October 2022 – April 2023
Details
- Worked in a school specializing in behavioural and neurodevelopmental disorders
- Supported students with ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, and attachment disorders
- Assisted individual students daily, adapting teaching strategies to their unique needs