He teaches courses on neuroethics, philosophy of mind, and the philosophy of science. Dr. Garns is co-author of an introductory textbook in philosophy; he has also published papers with Informatics faculty and co-presented at the Society for Neuroscience conference. As Interim Director of Integrative Studies, Dr. Garns advises all graduate students in the program and is responsible for program development and assessment at the undergraduate and graduate levels.