Timothy J. Gawne

Timothy J. Gawne is a neuroscientist and science fiction author best known for his "Cybertank Adventure" series. His writing blends scientific expertise with imaginative storytelling, reflecting his professional background in visual neuroscience and neural coding research. Gawne's works explore themes of technology, human cognition, and futuristic scenarios grounded in scientific principles.

Educated at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Gawne initially worked at Digital Equipment Corporation before pursuing doctoral studies in Physiology. He completed postdoctoral research at the National Institutes of Health and has served on the faculty at the University of Alabama at Birmingham since 1996, where he investigates visual neuroscience and brain dynamics.

Beyond his academic career, Gawne maintains an active writing practice with his brother Jonathan Gawne serving as editor. His personal interests include carpentry, electronics, and gardening with mixed success. He resides with his wife Adrienne and their dogs, while his children pursue careers in engineering and education. Gawne continues to balance scientific research with his passion for crafting science fiction narratives.
Old Guy / Cybertank Adventure Books
# Title Year
1 The Chronicles of Old Guy 2012
2 Space Battleship Scharnhorst and the Library of Doom 2012
3 NeoLiberal Economists Must Die! 2013
4 Confessions of a Sentient War Engine 2014
5 Splendid Apocalypse: The Fall of Old Earth 2015
6 Old Guy and the Planet of Eternal Night 2017
7 Full Frontal Cybertank 2018
Short Story Collections
# Title Year
1 The Graven Moon and Other Stories 2025