Expertise

A question motivating much of my research is What do words do? In particular, I’m interested in the extent to which verbal labels causally impact cognitive processes over developmental and immediate timescales. In answering this question, I have used a variety of methods, including behavioral studies with children between 1 and 12 years of age, and non-invasive brain stimulation techniques with adults.

Current Research

  • Novel noun generalization
  • Iconicity in language development
  • Similarity classification
  • Transcranial direct current stimulation

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Organizational Affiliations

A&S - Psychology, College of A&S, Schools & Colleges, University of Miami

College of A&S, Schools & Colleges, University of Miami

Education

Psychology
PhD, University of Iowa
Psychology
2009, MA, University of Iowa
Psychology
2006, BS, Indiana University