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Biography
I grew up in Singapore and moved to Noongar Country (Perth, Western Australia) in 2012 to pursue Honours and PhD degrees in Psychology at the University of Western Australia (UWA). My PhD and early postdoctoral research explored the biological mechanisms underlying the development of autism, using advanced quantitative methods.
Since relocating to Dharug Country to join Macquarie University in 2021, I have developed an independent research programme focused on understanding Autistic people's experiences with stigma, discrimination, and belonging across diverse settings, including universities. My current work incorporates quantitative, qualitative, and participatory approaches. I am committed to improving research practices by fostering collaboration with Autistic and otherwise neurodivergent people, ensuring they are active decision-makers throughout the research process.
My broader research interests include social camouflaging and the auditory experiences of neurodivergent individuals.
Education/Academic qualification
Psychology, PhD, The University of Western Australia
Award Date: 17 Mar 2018
Psychology, BSc (First Class Honours), The University of Western Australia
Award Date: 13 Mar 2013
External positions
Honorary Research Fellow, The University of Western Australia
9 Apr 2021 → 9 Apr 2027
Honorary Research Associate, Telethon Kids Institute
16 Sept 2020 → 30 Sept 2023
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Auditory Experiences of Minimally and Non-Speaking Autistic Adults
Poulsen, B. (Primary Chief Investigator), Tan, D. (Partner Investigator), Chan, T. (Partner Investigator), Hogg, G. (Partner Investigator), Star, A. (Research Assistant) & Pellicano, L. (Partner Investigator)
1/10/25 → 30/04/26
Project: Research
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Exploring Sensory Masking in Autistic Adults
Poulsen, B. (Primary Chief Investigator), Pellicano, L. (Partner Investigator), Tan, D. (Partner Investigator), Heyworth, M. (Partner Investigator) & Chan, T. (Partner Investigator)
1/09/25 → 30/09/26
Project: Research
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Exploring Learning and Memory of Real-World Auditory Textures in the Autistic Community
Poulsen, B. (Primary Chief Investigator), Hernandez-Perez, H. (Associate Investigator) & Tan, D. (Associate Investigator)
19/04/24 → 31/12/25
Project: Research
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2024 ACT Govt Education Inclusive education professional learning: 5 program suite.
Tait, K. (Chief Investigator), McMaugh, A. (Chief Investigator), Silveira, S. (Chief Investigator), Tan, D. (Chief Investigator), Jones, T. (Chief Investigator), Skrebneva, I. (Chief Investigator), Datta, P. (Chief Investigator), Torrington, J. (Chief Investigator), Smith, T. (Chief Investigator), Nelson, K. (Chief Investigator), Lai, J. (Chief Investigator), Hijira, S. (Chief Investigator), Wilson, K. (Chief Investigator) & Jones, T. (Primary Chief Investigator)
1/10/24 → 28/02/25
Project: Consultancy
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Research informing Reframing Autism position statements
Tan, D. (Primary Chief Investigator) & Lepouris, M. (Student)
18/03/24 → 31/05/24
Project: Research
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Accuracy of a 2-minute eye-tracking assessment to differentiate young children with and without autism
Hudry, K., Chetcuti, L., Tan, D. W., Clark, A., Aulich, A., Bent, C. A., Green, C. C., Smith, J., Fordyce, K., Ninomiya, M., Saito, A., Hakoshima, S. & Whitehouse, A. J. O., 10 Jul 2025, In: Molecular Autism. 16, 1, p. 1-14 14 p., 36.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A theoretical perspective of autistic sensory masking
Poulsen, R., Heyworth, M., Chan, T. & Tan, D., 18 Sept 2025, (Submitted) (PsyArXiv).Research output: Working paper › Preprint
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Auditory environments influence the link between Autistic traits and quality of life
Poulsen, R., Tan, D. W., Sowman, P. F., McAlpine, D. & Pellicano, E., 27 Mar 2025, In: Scientific Reports. 15, 1, p. 1-13 13 p., 10612.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Burnout as experienced by autistic people: A systematic review
Ali, D., Bougoure, M., Cooper, B., Quinton, A. M. G., Tan, D., Brett, J., Mandy, W., Maybery, M., Magiati, I. & Happé, F., Dec 2025, In: Clinical Psychology Review. 122, p. 1-17 17 p., 102669.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Examining an integrated path model of psychological and sociocultural predictors of camouflaging in autistic adults
Zhuang, S., Bougoure, M., Leong, D.-J., Dean, L., Reddrop, S., Naragon-Gainey, K., Maybery, M., Tan, D. W. & Magiati, I., Sept 2025, In: Autism. 29, 9, p. 2328-2343 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile6 Citations (Scopus)18 Downloads (Pure)
Prizes
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Macquarie University ECR Showcase, People's Choice Award for Research Gallery
Tan, D. (Recipient), 2023
Prize
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Macquarie University Faculty of Arts Highly Commended Early Career Researcher
Tan, D. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: Other distinction
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Activities
- 1 Editorial work
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Autism in Adulthood (Journal)
Tan, D. (Associate editor)
Jul 2025Activity: Peer-review and editorial of research outputs › Editorial work
Impacts
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2024 Contributed to Team Input at ARC Policy Review of the National Competitive Grants Program Consultation Panel 30.4.24
Jones, T. (Participant), D'Arcens, L. (Participant), Tan, D. (Participant) & Wyver, S. (Participant)
Impact: Policy impacts