research

Competition in Reflective and Perceptual Attention

We are examining how attentional competition is handled in the brain.

Classifying Expertise from Eye Movement Data

We are decoding eye movement data in an attempt to classify the expertie levels of individuals who are actively debugging computer software.

Decoding Eye Movement Data

We can teach the computer to read people's minds based on their eye movements.

PURSUE

Preparing Undergraduate for Research in STEM-related fields Using Electrophysiology

Refreshing Predictable Words

We are looking at how the predictive value of a probe word affects an inhibition of return-like effect that is present when information is refreshed in working memory.

Running to Preferred Music

Music improves running performance. Preferred music kinda improves running performance, but mostly from a motivational standpoint.

The Use and Perceptions of Physical Activity Monitors

People who use physical activity monitors think the devices encourage them to exercise more.

Conceptual Grouping of Text and Pictures

The presence of contextual precursors improves memory and understanding for the material. When the contextual information is inaccurate, memory for the material remains the same despite a lack of understanding for the material.

Phoneme-Grapheme Mapping in Second-Language Learning

Sometimes what you see is what you hear, and sometimes isn't. Here we show that this phenomena can play a major role in second-language learning.

Study Time vs. Study Strategy

Study time is a common metric of preparedness, but study strategy is more important!