Developing Minds Lab
Oklahoma State University ｜Department of Psychology
Principal Investigator
Chi-Lin Yu
Assistant Professor of Psychology
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Email: chilin.yu@okstate.edu
I'm a Developmental Psychologist, Cognitive Neuroscientist, and Methodologist. As the PI of the Developing Minds Lab, my lab and I are committed to an inclusive developmental science viewpoint, aiming to paint a comprehensive picture of the underlying mechanisms that underlie the processes, origins, and development of human's social cognition.
Graduate Students
Ziqian Shen
Email: ziqian.shen@okstate.edu
My research interests include the social cognitive development in young children and how their theory of mind development is shaped by prior experiences (such as traumatic events).
Undergraduate Students
Caleb Glisson
Email: cagliss@okstate.edu
I am interested in taking an experimental approach to neuropsychology, particularly how brain mechanisms shape behavior, decision‑making, and psychological well-being. I aim to advance understanding of social cognition and contribute to both academic and practical insights into the biological foundations of social processes and psychological functioning.
Caroline Shelton
Email: caroline.shelton@okstate.edu
My research interests are in clinical child psychology, specifically how childhood trauma influences mental and behavioral outcomes in childhood and into adulthood. I hope to learn more about effective treatments for early adverse experiences, as well as interventions for caregivers that help prevent trauma and support healthier development.
Diamond Jones
Email: djone69@okstate.edu
I take interest in neuroscience and psychology; brains are fascinating to me. I like understanding the brain and then using that understanding to help others with their social lives and wellbeing.
Lynn Holt
Email: lynn.holt@okstate.edu
I’m interested in clinical psychology, focusing primarily on the development of autism and ADHD in children. I’m hoping to learn about the best methods that will help them prosper and what that would look like in adolescence and adulthood.
Collaborators
Dr. Henry Wellman, Department of Psychology, University of Michigan
Dr. Ioulia Kovelman, Department of Psychology, University of Michigan
Dr. Susan Gelman, Department of Psychology, University of Michigan
Dr. Anao Zhang, School of Social Work, University of Washington
Dr. Juyeun Jang, Department of Design & Merchandising, Oklahoma State University
Dr. Sayuri Hayakawa, Department of Psychology, Oklahoma State University
Dr. Lauren Bailes, Department of Psychology, Oklahoma State University
Dr. Dian Yu, Department of Psychology, Oklahoma State University
Dr. Ying Xu, Graduate School of Education, Harvard University
Dr. Lee Branum-Martin, Department of Psychology, Georgia State University
Dr. Amy Lederberg, Department of Learning Sciences, Georgia State University
Dr. Tai-Li Chou, Department of Psychology, National Taiwan University
Dr. Der-Yow Chen, Department of Psychology, National Cheng Kung University
Dr. Sheryl Olson, Department of Psychology, University of Michigan
Dr. Jonathan Brennan, Department of Linguistics, University of Michigan
Dr. Sujin Lee, Department of Psychiatry, University of Michigan
Lab Animal
Kabi
In pursuit of becoming a dogtor!