A study on how babies learn to recognize faces
Researchers at a university in Binghamton, NY are studying how babies' brains develop the ability to recognize faces and build early social skills during the first year of life. The study uses safe, painless brain-imaging methods — EEG and MRI — to take pictures of your baby's brain while they watch images or sleep. No diagnosis is needed. The goal is simply to understand how healthy infants grow and develop, and families are welcome to join at any age from birth up to 12 months.
What to expect
Attend one or more visits at a university infant research lab in Binghamton, NY — the space is set up with your baby's comfort in mind
Your baby's brain activity is recorded using EEG (small sensors on the head) and/or MRI while they watch images or sleep — no radiation, no pain
A parent or caregiver stays with the baby the whole time
Each visit typically lasts 1 to 2 hours; the number of visits depends on your baby's age
Families receive professional brain images from the session to keep, free parking, and free childcare for siblings during visits
You may be a fit if
Your baby is between birth and 12 months old
You live in or near Binghamton, NY and can travel to the university lab
Your baby is generally healthy — no specific diagnosis or condition is required
You are comfortable with your baby taking part in non-invasive EEG and/or MRI sessions
A few quick questions. No obligation, and your answers stay private.