Get Involved

For students intereseted in working with Dr. Allard as a doctoral student in the Adult Development and Aging PhD Program, please review our ADA Program page for information on the program and how to apply.

For students interested in working with Dr. Allard as a Masters student in the Psychological Science Program, please review our PS program page for information on the program and how to apply. 

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer research assistant, please fill out the following application Undergraduate Research Assistant Application.docx.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; however, students will be contacted and interviewed prior to each semester and at the beginning of the summer.

BECOME A RESEARCH PARTICIPANT

We have several research studies going on in our laboratory. You must be 18 years or older to participate in this research. Please read the brief descriptions below, and if you are interested in more information about the studies or determining whether you are eligible to participate, then please contact us.

Computerized and pen-and-paper tasks: This information assesses how people process various types of emotional information (information that we find pleasant and/or unpleasant in our environment). Participation can range anywhere from 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the particular tasks that you would be asked to perform.

Eye tracking: We use non-invasive eye tracking methods to assess whether the information you pay attention to in your environment influences how you feel (and vice versa). You will be asked to view either a series of pictures, video clips, or words while we monitor your eye movements. Participation usually requires a 1-3 hour time commitment.

Psychophysiological recording: We use psychophysiological recording measures (namely heart rate and skin conductance responses) to examine how body signals are influenced (or influence) the way you process information in your environment. This can include different types of stimulus presentation or interpersonal interactions. The psychophysiological recording is sometimes included with our eye tracking measures. Participation usually requires a 1-3 hour time commitment.

For more information or to discuss scheduling an appointment for an ongoing study, please contact us.

Phone: 216-687-2230

Email: ace_lab@csuohio.edu