What We Do!

Our lab works on various areas of research, from collecting research data to formulating and publishing research papers. Our lab is dedicated to discovering connections and contributing to the broader scientific community. We work directly with other scholars, institutions, and the local community to collect information that enhances our understanding of social, cognitive, and developmental processes. 

Cool Projects

HEROES Project End-of-the-Year Symposium

The symposium included research talks & posters, free food & networking opportunities, flash talks by students & mentors, and much more! The symposium aimed at celebrating our high school interns, SCDL research assistants, and colleagues for all the hard work done throughout the year.

Sylvia Zuniga's project on ChatGPT Integration in Education

With the lab, Sylvia has presented and conducted research on the social aspects of ChatGPT and its integration into society, particularly on its impact on student life. Sylvia has had the opportunity to present at UC San Diego Lab Expo 2024, SPSP Annual Conference 2024, and CSUSM 30th Annual Psychology Student Research Conference, San Marcos, 2024.

AI Team's Project on Generative AI

With the lab,the AI team provides a comprehensive look at how generative AI tools like ChatGPT are being used in education. They highlight the potential benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations involved in integrating AI into teaching and learning. By synthesizing findings from over 80 articles and papers, we aim to inform responsible AI adoption in education and identify areas needing further study.

Oscar Jiang's Project on 

With the lab, Oscar presented in AdaptEDU workshop and CSU San Marcos conference. It investigates whether AI chatbots (such as Chat GPT) can replace human partners in peer instruction.

Jiya Gupta's project on Understanding Social Norms  

With the lab, Jiya's goal was to synthesize existing research across disparate disciplines (e.g., education, public health, politics) to understand how we develop, adopt, and express social norms. I conducted an extensive analysis of over forty peer-reviewed academic papers and used a standardized format to summarize the findings (key results and significant relationships) and conclusions (main takeaways and future implications) from each paper.