Dr Ding Xiaopan is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychology, National University of Singapore. The central question of her research is how children acquire moral behaviour and how to facilitate its development. She employs both behavioural and cognitive neuroscience methods in her research.

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Chadmen is a Psychology graduate with a keen interest in developmental psychology. His main interests are in children’s socio-emotional development. He wants to know more about how children’s understanding of the world can influence their behaviours. By joining the Child Development Lab, he hopes to gain more knowledge in the field of developmental psychology and hone his research skills.

Bi Yue is currently a Psychology PhD student at the National University of Singapore. She is surprised by how infants with little social experience perceive and handle socially-related issues, which inspires her interest to further explore social-cognitive development processes in children, especially the interplay between theory of mind abilities and deceptive behaviours in children.

Liwen is currently a Psychology PhD student in NUS. She is interested in exploring the nature of the human mind through child research, and she believes that a better understanding of children's world can help people to discover who they are. She would like to master more research skills and gain insights into child development in the Child Development Lab.

Su Kee is a graduate student passionate about working with children as she finds it rewarding and inspiring. Her research centers on children’s social cognition, driven by a profound curiosity about the development of social understanding. She aspires to contribute to children’s well-being and support them in reaching their full potential through research. Beyond her academic pursuits, she enjoys playing the piano and spending time with dogs.

Meng is currently a PhD student in developmental psychology at NUS. Her research focuses on the development of moral behaviors in young children, and she has experience conducting both behavioral and fNIRS studies. She hopes to continue developing a systemic understanding of children’s moral behavior and its related cognitive necessities at the Child Development Lab.

Xiong Yue (Jen) is currently a student in the Masters of Clinical Psychology course at NUS.  She has been working at a developmental clinic for preschool aged children with various learning difficulties. The joy of working with children and their families at work daily has motivated her to explore methods to better address their needs.  She often wonders 'Why do children develop at different pace?' and 'What are the factors related to a child's development in specific areas?'. She hopes that she can contribute to the Child Development Lab and find out answers to these questions.

Janelle is a year 4 psychology undergraduate in NUS. She is passionate about safeguarding the mental well-being of children. She is curious about how different factors (eg early environments and experiences, parenting styles, trauma) impact children’s development and their resulting mental health. As an aspiring child psychologist with a special interest in the area of neurodevelopmental disorders, she hopes to hone her research skills to deepen her understanding of child development.

Agnes is a Year 4 undergraduate pursuing a degree in Psychology. She enjoys interacting with children, and is passionate about exploring the different ways to support their healthy development. She is particularly interested in children's deceptive behaviours and their social-cognitive development. At the Child Development Lab, she is motivated to delve deeper into understanding the field of developmental psychology, while honing her research abilities.

Zi Xin a Year 4 Psychology undergraduate who loves interacting with young children. My interest lies in the field of developmental and child psychology, such as understanding how various factors (parents, peers, cultures) influence a child’s developmental outcomes, in particular one’s moral development. I aspire to be a child psychologist and work closely with young children in the future and leave a positive impact on their lives. Through joining the Child Development Lab, I hope to further hone my research and critical thinking skills under the guidance of Dr Ding and my peers.

Hannah is a Year 4 Psychology student who loves to work with children. Her passions lie in facilitating children's emotional regulation skills and discovering how to best support their mental well-being. At the Child Development Lab, she hopes to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the child psychology field and further enhance her research experience.

Esther is a Year 4 psychology undergrad at NUS. She has a keen interest in children who experience adverse childhood experiences, particularly children living in households with challenges such as domestic violence, or having a parent who is incarcerated, who abuses drugs, or who has mental illness. By joining the Child Development Lab, she hopes to gain more experience interacting with young children and better understand child development, so as to be able to provide a better future for children living in less fortunate circumstances.

Fangying is a year 3 psychology student who is always interested in knowing more about the development of children. She has a particular interest in exploring the factors influencing a child's development and how these shape their future. She is especially interested in the cognitive development of children and how it is shaped by their environments and interactions with the adults. Through working with the Child Development Lab, she hopes to gain deeper insights about conducting experiments with children and to enhance her research skills.

Trisha is a Year 4 Psychology student who enjoys working with children. Her research interests focus on understanding how parenting styles and parental mental health influence adolescent development. At the Child Development Lab, she  aims to gain valuable experience in the field of research in child psychology, particularly in understanding developmental processes, to further enrich her research expertise.

Janelle is a 4th year psychology student with a keen interest in developmental psychology. Finding joy in engaging with kids and passionate about safeguarding their mental health, she aspires to specialise in clinical psychology with a focus on children. Through her involvement in the Child Development Lab, she hopes to gain valuable insights and exposure in the field.

Yi Jing is a Year 4 undergraduate student pursuing a double major in Psychology and Data Science, with a strong interest in the intersection of technology and psychology. She aims to leverage these fields to gain deeper insights into children's development. Through her involvement in the Child Development Lab, she aims to enhance her research skills and deepen her understanding of how children grow and learn. She hopes to use her skills to make a positive impact on the lives of children in future.

Chin Yun is a Year 4 undergraduate studying Psychology and Management. She enjoys interacting with children, and is interested in understanding how different factors influence and shape a child’s development early on in life, particularly in the cognitive and behavioural aspects. She hopes that the knowledge she attains will allow her to inform both herself and others about creating conducive environments for children’s growth. Through her time with the Child Developmental Lab, she wishes to hone her research skills and gain a greater insight into the field of developmental psychology.

Reiss is a Year 4 Psychology undergraduate who enjoys interacting with children and aspires to be a child psychologist. She is passionate about supporting children's emotional well-being and is especially interested in how early experiences, including parenting, shape emotional regulation. She is also curious about the potential of music therapy in helping children manage their emotions. Through this research opportunity, she looks forward to better understand child development a research setting.

Min Yi is a Year 3 undergraduate student who enjoys working with children, particularly those with special needs. She is passionate about developing effective strategies to support these children and aims to work with their parents in the future to enhance their well-being. At the child developmental lab, Min Yi hopes to refine her research skills and expand her knowledge in the field of child developmental psychology.

Xin Ru is a Year 3 Psychology undergraduate at NUS who enjoys working with children and has a keen interest in Special Needs Education. She is particularly interested in understanding the development of young children and supporting their unique needs. By joining the Child Development Lab, she hopes to hone her research skills and acquire hands-on experience in engaging children within lab settings.

Sadie is a one-year exchange student at NUS, where she is studying psychology with a specialization in child development. As one of five siblings, she began babysitting and interacting with young children at a young age. This interest evolved into an academic pursuit, leading her to work as a research assistant on child-focused projects at her home university. At the Child Development Lab, Sadie is excited to enhance her research skills and expand her understanding of child psychology. She looks forward to collaborating with fellow researchers, learning from the expertise of faculty members, and making meaningful contributions to the lab’s initiatives during her time at NUS.

Ashriya is a second-year psychology student who has always been intrigued by exploring different aspects of the human mind. Her recent fascination lies in developmental psychology, driven by a desire to comprehend the critical significance of early life stages. Eager to gain more hands-on experience in research and explore new dimensions of the field, Ashriya is excited to delve deeper into this new realm of developmental psychology at the NUS Child Lab as she transitions to her third year of studies.