Bridging the gap between neuroscience and the classroom to better understand how children learn, develop, and thrive.
ABOUT THE LAB
The Learning Brain Lab is a group of developmental cognitive neuroscientists focused on understanding how brain development influences learning, behavior, and mental health in children and adolescents. Our work is guided by an important question: How can we better identify and support children with developmental difficulties to improve academic and mental health outcomes?
To address this question, we investigate brain function across a diverse group of young people, including children with reading difficulties, multilingual learners, and children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Our research takes a multimodal approach, integrating fMRI, network science, and clinical, neuropsychological, and behavioral methods.
Explore Our Research
Learn about our current studies, participant eligibility, and how to get involved
Snooze Study
As children transition into adolescence, changes in sleep patterns can significantly impact their brain development, learning, and overall well-being. The Snooze Study explores the relationship between sleep and cognitive functioning, with the goal of better understanding how sleep influences attention, behavior, and mental health during adolescence.
Brain Explorers
As children grow and develop, their brains undergo significant changes that shape how they think, learn, and interact with the world. The Brain Explorers Study investigates the relationship between brain development and cognitive abilities, with the goal of better understanding how attention, memory, and learning contribute to children's development and academic success.
Bridge Study
The Bridge Study explores the relationship between brain development, learning, and behavior in children and adolescents. This study aims to better understand how cognitive abilities develop and influence academic performance, with the goal of identifying factors that support healthy brain development and learning outcomes.