What Do We Study?
The researchers who work in this center are all interested in understanding children's development. Below is a little bit more information about the more specific areas of research for each of the researchers.
The researchers who work in this center are all interested in understanding children's development. Below is a little bit more information about the more specific areas of research for each of the researchers.
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Dr. Colleen Ganley's Lab
The research done in the Math Thinking and Learning Lab is focused on better understanding how students can best learn math. Some of the research questions that we look at include: How do students learn geometry and measurement? What can help us address inequities in math education? How might attitudes and feelings about math relate to math learning? |
Dr. Greg Hajcak's Lab
Our work focuses on understanding brain activity that places people at risk for anxiety and depression. We are interested in trying to develop novel neuroscience-based interventions for anxiety and depression. For a more complete description of our work, please see the lab website. |
Dr. Sara Hart's Lab
The Individual Differences in Cognitive Development lab works with twins to understand how "nature" and "nurture" influence how children learn math and how to read. Some research questions we explore include: How do the home, neighborhood, and school environment influence reading and math develop? How do math and reading skills co-develop? How is language involved in both math and reading development? |
Dr. Michael Kofler's Lab
Research in the Children's Learning Clinic (CLC) focuses on understanding the relationship among cognitive, behavioral, and educational outcomes for children with ADHD within the context of positive youth development. The goal of CLC research is to translate these findings into effective treatments for children with ADHD that build their capabilities and promote positive outcomes. |
Dr. Alex Meyer's Lab
Our research examines how children react to making mistakes and other stressful situations. We are interested in understanding why some children are over-reactive to making mistakes and how this may relate to anxiety symptoms. We examine how certain environments and parenting styles can help children be resilient in these stressful situations. |
