Welcome to the Neurobiological lab for Learning and Development (NLD) located within the Department of Educational Psychology. We increase knowledge on human development and learning through researching our biology and behavior.
The Neurobiological Lab for Learning and Development conducts interdisciplinary research examining learning, development, cognition, emotion, behavior, and neurological processes. Current and archived projects explore topics including critical thinking, learning transfer, attention, ADHD, autism, stress, emotion regulation, sleep, mathematics, literacy, and self-regulation using behavioral, physiological, and eye-tracking measures.
The Neurobiological Lab for Learning and Development features an extensive collection of research publications spanning more than a decade. The work explores neuroscience, learning, development, attention, ADHD, emotion regulation, working memory, reading, behavior, sleep, and educational outcomes.
Our two control rooms allow researchers to closely monitor test subjects. A shared analysis space features high-end computers for specialized processing and analysis of large amounts of complex biometric data. Designated lab computers connect to high capacity storage servers, located in a secure location for safety, data-integrity, and back up purposes.Our lab space is large enough to host workshops or demonstrations with up to 15 people. Contact us for more information.
The Neurobiological Lab for Learning and Development welcomes motivated students interested in exploring the biological foundations of human learning, motivation, and cognition. Undergraduate research assistants gain valuable lab experience, research collaboration, teaching opportunities, professional development, and potential course credit while working in an interdisciplinary, supportive, and collaborative environment at Texas A&M University.
We are thrilled to share that a new paper has officially been accepted for publication! 🧠 Title: Theta and Alpha Oscillations Reflect Distinct Control and Stabilization Processes Across Working Memory Curious about how the brain controls and stabilizes information?...
Only four witnesses may have been in the room to observe this masterclass of a dissertation defense, but it was more than enough to blow Paige right past the finish line! Her incredible research focused on a vital area of child development: “Risk, Play, and...
We're excited to share that Sean and Kevin attended the 2026 Texas Teaching and Learning Conference (TTLC), themed Teaching and Learning with Integrity! Sean explored how AI can foster critical thinking skills in high school students using Epistemic Network Analysis...