Adults ages 18-55 years with normal (or corrected-to-normal) vision and no history of neurological trauma or developmental delay are invited to participate in a research study at Children’s Hospital Boston examining the development of face processing. The purpose of this study is to learn more about the ability to distinguish between faces of different ages.

The study will involve one 1-1/4 hour visit to our laboratory. During the study, we will measure your brain waves as you watch pictures of faces. Our brains are constantly giving off small electrical signals, which can be recorded by placing a small set of sensors on the head. The recording sensors are inside of small sponges, which are held together in a cap made of stretchable material. The sponges are placed in salt water with a small amount of baby shampoo to get them wet, and the cap is then placed on the head. This method of recording brain activity is non-invasive and safe (see photo).

Participants will receive monetary compensation for their time. Our laboratory is located at 1 Autumn Street and is located conveniently near the Longwood T stop (Green Line “D”). We also have free parking available.

To learn more about this study, please contact Katherine Hung by phone (617-355-0407) or email (katherine.hung@<hidden>).