I-LABS Research Provides Insights for Learning During COVID

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In a wide-ranging interview, I-LABS co-directors Patricia Kuhl and Andrew Meltzoff discuss their research and how it relates to life during COVID.  They talk about bias, equity, empathy, language acquisition, and technology, among other topics.  This interview is part of Aloud, a speakers series hosted by The Library Foundation of Los Angeles. Access the interview here. Read more about the Aloud series here.

I-LABS Co-Directors Featured in New Documentary

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I-LABS co-directors Patricia Kuhl and Andrew Meltzoff are among the national experts featured in No Small Matter. Drs. Kuhl and Meltzoff discuss cutting-edge research that demonstrates the importance of early experiences for children’s brain development. The I-LABS magnetoencephalography (MEG) machine is also featured as the newest way to study the developing brain. Executive Produced and narrated by Alfre Woodard, No Small Matter describes … Read More

I-LABS Research Sheds Light On Children’s Race and Gender Identities

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The current national conversations about race are both necessary and difficult.  It is important to anchor these conversations in what we know about children’s development. Former I-LABS researcher Onnie Rogers, now a faculty member at Northwestern University, and I-LABS co-Director Andrew Meltzoff investigated the origins of children’s race and gender identities. The research was originally published in Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology.  Read that article here. … Read More

Savannah Claire Cassis To Receive 2020 President’s Medal

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Savannah Claire Cassis will receive UW’s highest academic honor for graduating seniors: the President’s Medal. During her time as an undergraduate at UW, Savannah worked at I-LABS in Chantel Prat’s lab. She examined resting-state EEGs and working memory for her honor’s thesis on how people perceive the ordering of events. Read the announcement here.

I-LABS researcher Daniel McCloy Receives Prestigious CZI Award

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Daniel McCloy is changing the way MEG data is collected and used.  Now his open source software improvements to MEG processing and interactive visualizations have been recognized by an award from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.  Dr. McCloy’s work will continue to enhance MEG research and improve biomedical knowledge in numerous areas. Read the award press release here. Read about the project here.

I-LABS Outreach Offers Free Resources – Activities!

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 I-LABS Outreach continues to create free resources to connect the science and practice of learning.  During these uncertain times, it can be helpful to share activities with children.  Below are some resources you can download and share. Download a brain coloring sheet here. Download a neuron coloring sheet here. Download the Caring Across Distance infographic here.

Investigating Moral Dilemmas During the Pandemic

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I-LABS co-Director Andrew Meltzoff is one of three UW professors leading an investigation into moral dilemmas posed by the Covid-19 pandemic.  Using an online virtual lab called LabintheWild, participants from around the world can respond to different situations.  Researchers hope to learn how people from different countries and age groups are responding to the crisis. Read about the research here. Read … Read More

I-LABS STEM Research Showcased by National Science Foundation

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A video featuring I-LABS research was part of The 2020 National Science Foundation STEM For All Video Showcase: Learning from Research and Practice. The showcase highlighted efforts to broaden participation and increase access to STEM learning. It brought together some of the most influential STEM researchers and practitioners in the world. From more than 170 videos, I-LABS’ entry was distinguished … Read More

Finding Math Activities

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Children can learn important math concepts in everyday situations and through play.  I-LABS Outreach develops materials to explain the science behind this process and to offer research-based activities. Click here to learn more about how play supports math learning. Click here to access the Instagram page and all the Finding Math activities.