Areas of Expertise

A deep understanding of the psychology and neuroscience behind optimal learning

Key Research Focus On:

• Barriers to effective memory encoding

• Non-cognitive impacts on long-term academic outcomes

• Neurocognitive implications of negative emotions on learning

A deep understanding of the psychology and neuroscience behind optimal learning

Key Research Focus On:

• Effects of stress on high-stakes performance

• Working memory, cognitive load, and performance decrements

• Text anxiety, math anxiety, and other situation or subject-specific anxieties

Applying behavioral science for good

• Boosting graduation rates in community college

• Fostering sustainability at Google