Developmental psychology
The study of how humans grow, change, and adapt across the course of their lives. Developmental psychologists research cognitive and social development from the prenatal stage through infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood
Mini Me Research Lab
The Mini Me Research Lab is dedicated to investigating the socio-cognitive development of the self-system, and run by Professor Josephine Ross, Chair of Developmental Psychology.
Art at the Start
The Art at the Start initiative is co-led by art therapist and lecturer Dr Vicky Armstrong and Professor Ross. This line of research explores the impact of engaging with the arts on an infant’s wellbeing, development and attachment relationships.
Foetal-Neonatal Developmental Lab
Dr Emese Nagy’s Foetal-Neonatal Developmental Lab explores earliest social connections, necessary to support infant mental health.
Language and Learning Lab
Dr Lynne Duncan leads the Language and Learning lab, focusing on how the developing brain learns spoken and written language.