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These projects investigate how students acquire and apply knowledge in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These studies explore the cognitive processes—such as attention, memory, reasoning, and problem-solving—that support learning in STEM domains, as well as the neural mechanisms underlying these skills. Researchers use methods like neuroimaging, eye-tracking, and behavioral experiments to examine how learners engage with abstract concepts, spatial reasoning, mathematical thinking, and scientific inquiry. Projects often focus on developmental differences, learning disabilities, and educational interventions that promote effective, equitable STEM instruction. This research contributes to the design of evidence-based practices that enhance STEM achievement and engagement across diverse learners.
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- Does Gender Impact the Neural Basis of Mathematical Cognition in Early Childhood?Project Abstract/Summary Mathematics is key to understanding science and engineering. Recent neuroscience evidence suggests that language and mathematics are processed in different parts of the brain. How do children learn mathematical concepts? The research in this project studies the universal neural and cognitive bases of mathematics in young children and measures the biological and environmental factors that lead to individual variations in mathematical cognition. By non-invasively measuring brain activity in young (4-8 year-old) children, this novel study will assess for… Read more: Does Gender Impact the Neural Basis of Mathematical Cognition in Early Childhood?