Dr. Sheila E. Crowell's lab at the University of Oregon focuses on understanding how prenatal experiences and early life factors influence child behavior and development. The research investigates the links between maternal emotional health, infant sleep patterns, and the emergence of attention and behavioral regulation issues in toddlers. By exploring these connections, the lab aims to identify early risk factors for psychological disorders in children and develop interventions to improve both infant and caregiver well-being.

Dr. Laura McIntyre's research focuses on understanding the long-term effects of COVID-19 school closures on children, particularly those with disabilities and their families. She investigates how these closures have impacted emotional and behavioral development and parenting stress. The lab uses data from several studies to assess these effects over time, aiming to inform public health policies and interventions for children at risk.

Dr. Brice Alan Kuhl's lab at the University of Oregon studies how our brains transform perceptions into memories. By using advanced neuroimaging techniques, they explore the differences between how we perceive events and how we remember them. The lab aims to deepen our understanding of memory processes and their significance for human cognition and health.

Dr. Alayna Lee Park's lab focuses on improving mental health treatment for Latine youths by developing a decision support tool that helps clinicians culturally adapt evidence-based treatments (EBTs). This work addresses the disparities in mental health service engagement and outcomes in this underserved population. Through co-creation with clinicians and usability testing, the lab aims to create a tool that makes mental health care more culturally relevant and effective.

Dr. Melynda D. Casement's research focuses on understanding how sleep patterns influence alcohol use disorder (AUD) among young adults. By examining the interplay between sleep duration, sleep timing, stress, and brain function, her lab aims to identify mechanisms that lead to high-risk drinking behaviors. This research has the potential to inform new strategies for preventing and treating alcohol misuse in young people.