Dr. Alvin Kar Fye LEE

EDUCATION

PhD in Psychology
University of Western Australia

BSc in Psychology (First Class Honours)
University of Western Australia

RESEARCH INTERESTS

My research investigates how dynamic interactions between the brain and body shape cognition, emotion, and behaviour. Through the integration of experimental research and computational modelling, I aim to uncover the mechanisms underlying these psychophysiological processes. In addition, I aim to translate these insights into innovative real-world solutions designed to promote well-being and enhance human performance.

My research interests include:

Computational Psychophysiology: Developing advanced computational and analytical methods to quantify, model, and predict complex brain-body interactions underlying cognition, emotion, and behaviour.

Stress and Health: Investigating the neurobiological mechanisms and biomarkers underlying acute stress responses, resilience, and psychological adaptation, with the goal of understanding how stress influences mental and physical health across the lifespan.

Innovation and Technology Development: Designing, developing, and validating technology-driven solutions, including wearable devices, digital health platforms, and artificial intelligence applications, to enhance cognitive performance, promote psychological resilience, and improve mental well-being.

RECENT PUBLICATIONS

Lee, K. F. A., Liang, L., Suhail, T. A., & Lee, T. M. C. (2026). Integrated Brain and Body Mechanisms Underlying Acute Stress and Trauma Related Vulnerability. Neurobiology of Stress, 100809. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ynstr.2026.100809

Jabar, S. B., Lee, K. F. A., Chan, E., Ang, J. W. A., Lam, B., Boey, V., Lee, I., Gan, W.-S., & Christopoulos, G. (2026). Augmented soundscaping improves psychophysiological markers of mental fatigue and recovery. Building and Environment, 287, 113873. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2025.113873

Lee, K. F. A., Tong, H., Jin, R. R., & Lee, T. M. C. (2025). Effects of Exposure to Life Stressors, Perceived Stress, and Psychopathological Symptoms on Cortisol Awakening Response: Individual Differences in Resilience. Stress and Health, 41(3). https://doi.org/10.1002/smi.70048

Lam, B., Ong, Z.-T., Ooi, K., Ong, W.-H., Wong, T., Watcharasupat, K. N., Boey, V., Lee, I., Hong, J. Y., Kang, J., Lee, K. F. A., Christopoulos, G., & Gan, W.-S. (2024). Automating urban soundscape enhancements with AI: In-situ assessment of quality and restorativeness in traffic-exposed residential areas. Building and Environment, 266, 112106. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2024.112106