Catherine Tan is studying for a PhD at the University of Jyväskylä supervised by Suvi Saarikallio and cosupervised by Peter Harrison at the CMS. Her research integrates audio feature analysis and computational modelling of musical emotions to advance psychological theories on music-based mood regulation and the design of technologies that support these processes. She approaches her research from a developmental perspective, ensuring that age-related considerations inform the research design and their implications. Catherine holds degrees from the University of Cambridge (MPhil) and the University of Toronto (BMus). Her prior work investigated the effects of online music interventions on infant attention and memory, as well as intergenerational bonding and wellbeing in families. Beyond research, Catherine enjoys teaching music and dance to young children, playing the bassoon, and spending time with good company.
