News & Updates
"Hey, did you hear that?" Understanding the Science of Sound
03 July 2024
We all know what sound is. Don't we? In school, we may have learned that sound waves are produced by vibrations that travel through the air. When these vibrations each our ears, we hear sound. But our perception of sound is influenced by more than just these vibrations. What we perceive is shaped by what we know, what we see, and even what we expect. Jointly with Dr. Matke-Bauer, Dr. Symons led interactive demonstrations exploring the science of sound at this year's Royal Holloway Science Festival. A big thank you to all the children of all ages who stopped by! Check out the video below to learn more about the Science Festival. And if you look closely, you may even spot one of our demos!
Welcome to not one, but two new research assistants!
14 May 2024
Emma Curtis joins us as the lead Research Assistant on the Pitch and Rhythm in Speech and Music (PRiSM) Project. This project explores the contribution of individual differences music and language development in adolescence. As a professional opera singer and voice coach, Emma will brings her musical expertise and passion to the project. Gabi Booth is in the second year of her undergraduate studies at Royal Holloway and will be joining Emma on the PRiSM project. Gabi is leading our recruitment and outreach with local schools. Her work supported by an Undergraduate Research Bursary Scheme run through the Royal Holloway Psychology Department.
We are always looking for new lab members. If you are interested in working in the lab please get in touch! Undergraduates at Royal Holloway can keep an eye on the Bursary Scheme for future paid opportunities. In addition, you can email Dr Symons to find out about voluntary research experience.
Introducing the Attention, Speech & Hearing Lab!
09 January 2024
Welcome to the new website for the Attention, Speech & Hearing Lab! The lab is headed by - Dr Ashley Symons, who joined the Department of Psychology at Royal Holloway in September 2023. In the lab, we will explore the mechanisms that support effective communication over the course of the lifespan using a combination of behavioral, physiological, and neuroimaging techniques.
Please feel free to explore the website to find out more about the current projects taking place within the lab. If you are interested in joining the lab or collaborating on future work, get in touch!