Research

Child Development Research Group

This research group is lead by Dr Emma Tecwyn.

Researchers in the Child Development Research Group (CDRG) study a range of topics in basic and applied developmental psychology using quantitative and qualitative methodologies.

Areas of interest include:

Children's problem-solving and innovation
Development of cognitive abilities
Children's thinking about the past and future
Social and cultural learning
Bilingualism and theory of mind
Language learning, use and processing
Reading skills and literacy
Neurodevelopmental conditions such as dyslexia and autism
Neurodiversity and inclusive education
Development of cooperation
First impressions and dehumanization

We have a dedicated 'Child Lab' on campus where children and their families come to participate in our research. We also work with local schools, nurseries, and community partners.

We have regular group meetings where we discuss and present our own research as well as examining current topics in developmental psychology. Student Research Assistants play a crucial role in our research and are encouraged to participate in our group meetings.

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We welcome new members with interests in any area of basic or applied developmental psychology.

Research activity

Capturing children's innovations; the importance of play (Principal investigator: Cutting. Funded by the Froebel Trust)
The development of mental simulation as a strategy for solving problems with multiple alternatives (Principal investigator: Tecwyn. Funded by the British Academy/Leverhulme Trust)