Psychological Research Laboratories & Institutes
Center for Applied Psychological Research
The research center explores the applications of psychological theories and research to two broad areas: the legal system and intergroup relations. Students in psychology contribute to research in areas such as jury decision-making, expert testimony, the prediction of dangerousness, interrogations and false confessions, the death penalty, stereotyping, prejudice, and intergroup conflict. For further information, contact Professor Costanzo, Professor Krauss, or Professor Levin.
Claremont Autism Center
The Claremont Autism Center is a treatment and research facility for children with autism and their families. It is housed in the Leon Strauss Foundation Clinic. Students who are interested in getting hands on experience providing behavioral intervention with the children may take courses and study in the Autism Center. Additionally, there are numerous research projects available for student participation. For further information, please visit The Claremont Autism Center's website. You can also contact Professor Charlop or the center's staff at (909) 621-8598.
Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory
In this lab study we use the tools of cognitive psychology, cognitive neuropsychology, and functional neuroimaging (fMRI, EEG/ERP) to investigate the role that the body plays in directing our perception, attention, recognition, and emotional processing. In addition to studying the behavior and brain function of typical individuals, we collaborate with neurologists and neuropsychologists to study people with brain-damage and atypical development. Students are encouraged not only to contribute to on-going studies but to develop their own original experiments. For further information, contact Professor Reed.
Cultural Influences on Mental Health Center
This center seeks to answer two primary questions. How does culture affect mental health? And, how do we improve the treatment of mental illness for those from diverse backgrounds? Students conduct research in areas such as immigration’s impact on family relationships, adaptation of mental health services for those from different backgrounds, cultural competence and mental health outcomes, and ethnic differences in dating preferences. For further information, contact Professor Hwang.
Developmental Laboratory
This research laboratory examines the intersection of developmental psychology and educational policy. She is primarily interested children’s cognitive development and school performance as well as the use of longitudinal and cross-sectional methodology. Currently, she has 2 active lines of research that examine: 1) the role of language development in memory formation in bilingual and monolingual children, and 2) the longitudinal impact of IQ scores on school children’s special education diagnoses. For further information, contact Professor Kanaya.
Human Learning and Memory Laboratory
Research in this laboratory is best described as an exploration of the mental representations and cognitive processes responsible for human learning and memory. Research assistants develop an appreciation for the most recent theories and research methodologies used to understand prospective memory, source monitoring, and other memory phenomena related to recognition and free recall. For further information, contact Professor Cook.
Kravis Leadership Institute
The Kravis Leadership Institute sponsors leadership studies at CMC. The Institute hosts conferences, workshops, and speaker series, and conducts research on leadership applications, contributing to the growing body of knowledge in the field. See “Special Programs for details.” For further information, contact Professor Conger, Professor Murphy, or Professor Riggio or visit the Kravis Leadership Institute web site.
Reading Research Laboratory
This research laboratory studies the cognitive and physiological functions necessary for developing good reading skills. Students conduct cognitive psychology experiments and make physiological recordings of brain functions (evoked potentials). Current research is focused on ocular motor functions associated with visual discomfort while reading. For further information, contact Professor Chase.
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