CMU Infant Cognition Lab

Hi all, we hope everyone is enjoying the warm weather! The Infant Cognition Lab is looking for 9, 13, and 15 month old infants to participate in a short 15-minute study. The study can be conducted both on Zoom and in person, and all participants are entered into a raffle for $100! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/56PMWeC6WbapQJqy9

This is Dr. Rakison's son Roman. He is 8-month-old today and (nearly) always has a smile on his face.

Hi everyone! This year, we're starting a new study where we examine how babies of 20-40 months of age understand shapes. We will be conducting this study on CMU's campus, and participants have a 1 in 32 chance of winning a $100 raffle! See the flyer below for more information. If you or someone you know is interested, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/jFv1G91849etjWzn7

Hi everyone! Fall looks like it might be warm and gloomy this year. We're hoping to welcome October by reminding everyone that we're testing babies that are 7 to 24 months of age! Our studies are held on Zoom (or in person, if you wish) and take no longer than 10 minutes. If you or someone you know is interested, please direct them to sign up here: https://forms.gle/kAmMxGH3aCc3jwaz7

Hi everyone! We hope you and your family are staying cool and having fun in the hot weather. This is a reminder that the Infant Cognition Lab is testing infants of ages 7-24 months on zoom or in person! All participants are entered in a $100 raffle, and those who come in person will receive a free book and t-shirt! To sign up, please fill out this link below, or email us at [email protected].
https://forms.gle/7RPyVcnHJdgwDgVH9

Hi everyone! We hope everyone is staying cool and having fun during this blistering heat. This is a reminder that our lab is testing infants of ages 5-24 months, both online on Zoom and in person! Our participants for in-person studies will receive a free book and t-shirt and will be entered into a raffle for $100. To sign up, click the link below or send us a quick message here on Facebook!
https://forms.gle/F1HeXUrHXoydU61F8

Hi everyone! We hope everyone is warming up to the summer season! Here is our first of two articles for the week. https://rb.gy/3v1d1o

So much exciting news on the cognitive front of research regarding infants! We hope you enjoy this read as much as we did! As always, our studies are available to sign up for through this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNZ0wJLPHBHyEZCOERmlMjwMc3LEliqREcxHaKGXT9d7cX9A/viewform. All studies are running in the summer!

We hope to hear from you soon!

Science Watch--Baby's first heard words Infants' early language learning may hold clues to their later language abilities.

Hi everyone! Hope we're all staying warm in this snowy weather. Just a reminder that you can participate in our studies over Zoom in the warmth of your own home. Sign up at this link below and we hope to hear from you soon!
https://forms.gle/cuKDmm8rvFHJD88x9

Hi everyone! A quick reminder that our lab is still up and running-- if you or a loved one has a baby between 7-24 months old, feel free to sign up for one of our experiments here: https://forms.gle/JFNxkLBJu1LySPkx9

Hi I’m Avery! I’m a rising junior at Carnegie Mellon University studying Neuroscience. I’m also on the Women’s Soccer Team! In my free time, I enjoy playing pickleball with friends and thrifting. This is only my first year being a part of the Infant Cognition Lab, however, I cannot wait to gain more experience as the years progress! Looking forward to meeting some of you soon!

Hi, I’m Reed and I’m a research assistant for the Infant Cognition Lab. I’m a Junior at Carnegie Mellon University studying math. I love teaching, so I’m currently a head teaching assistant within CMU’s School of Computer Science and I’m an instructor and TA for the Gelfand Outreach Series. In the past, I’ve also worked in a variety of childcare settings including as a tutor, quiz bowl coach, ski instructor, and most recently, a supervisor at an overnight camp for children with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. In my free time, I like to read, go on walks, play quidditch, and spend time with friends and family. I’m excited for this to be my second semester with the ICL!

Hi! My name is Kyr, I use she/they pronouns, and I am an undergraduate research assistant in the Infant Cognition Lab. I'm a second year biology & psychology student on the pre-medicine track, hoping to go into pediatric oncology. Outside of research, I play on the varsity softball team, compete with the CMU Ballroom Dance team, and run Alpha Epsilon Delta (the pre-health honor society on campus). I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and hopefully beginning my own research in the coming years!

Hi everyone! We hope that everyone's summer has been fun and enjoyable. This is a reminder that you or any family/friends with a toddler of 7-18 months of age are eligible to have their baby participate in our studies! Please check out our information on our flyer below.

Hi everyone! This is a reminder that our lab is still up and running for the summer! Feel free to contact us if you have any questions, and to sign up click this link below:
https://forms.gle/QddC2c34QJwjnfcK8

I'm Sunny, the head research assistant in the Infant Cognition Lab! I'm currently a rising undergrad junior at Carnegie Mellon University, and I've been a part of ICL for 2 years. In my free time, I love painting, tap dancing, and crocheting. This summer, I'll be conducting the majority of the studies at ICL as well as starting my own research on how infants might learn gender stereotypes! Like all our other studies, babies can be tested either online over Zoom or in person, depending on location or preference. I'm super excited to get this study started and am looking forward to meeting all parents, guardians, and babies who might participate in this study! Feel free to message us to learn more or if you have any questions. Looking forward to meeting some of you soon!

Hello everyone! It's been a while but we just wanted to remind everyone that the lab is still up and running! If you or someone you know is interested in participating, you can email us at [email protected] or fill out this link: https://forms.gle/jSp2qvLTvJE1uytx7

ICL: Sign Up If you would like to be involved in one of our studies, please complete the form below. Any information you send us will be treated in the strictest confidence and will not be passed on to any other agency. When you have filled in the form below, press the "Submit" button. We will contact you as soo...

Hi everyone! This is our first post in a while, but don't worry as there are more to come. I hope everyone is having a great day. Here is an interesting article to pass the time!

How to Talk to Kids About Scary Things They See on the News These five rules for having age-appropriate discussions can help calm fears.

Hope everyone is doing well! We are still up and running the virtual sessions. Feel free to sign up!

Let us know if you have any questions!