Language and Cognition

Does language affect the way we think? The research question intrigued scholars in different fields for a long time, but the debate has not settled yet!

In this project, we empirically explore the relation between language and non-linguistic cognition such as attention and memory. Students will be responsible for literature review, setting up experiments, conducting the experiments, and coding the data. 

Required qualifications: 

• interest in psychology, linguistics, cultural studies, and cognitive science
• intellectual curiosity and the ability to learn new skills and knowledge independently
• team player who is eager to help others and is not afraid to ask for help
• moderate to advanced communication skills in English

Desirable but not required qualifications:

• able to stay and work on campus for the duration of the PURE Project (but online option is available too)
• research experience in online and in-person psychological experiments
• programming skills in Python and/or other languages

If you are interested in applying to this project, please write to Dr. Junko Kanero (jkanero@sabanciuniv.edu) in addition to apply through the PURE system.