The Neuroscience of How Babies See FacesThe Neuroscience of How Babies See Faces
Lobes and Robes
Neuroscientist Dr. Laurie Bayet, a professor in the department of neuroscience at AU who focuses on the study of infant cognition, discusses her path-breaking research on the cognitive development of the infant brain. Dr. Bayet discusses her and othe...
43:05•9 May 2023
How Babies See Faces: Insights from Dr. Laurie Bayet
Episode Overview
- Dr. Laurie Bayet shares path-breaking research on infant cognitive development and facial perception
- The conversation explores the interplay between genetics, experience, and cultural variations in emotional cognition
- Insights into the impact of early-life experiences and caregiver support on infant stress levels and emotional development
- Dr. Bayet's expertise illuminates the complex processes involved in how infants perceive and interpret the visual world
- The episode provides a fascinating look into the implications of infant cognitive development on critical policy issues
“Infants not only perceive the visual world and learn from it but also already start to think about what they see and behave in ways that suggest they have expectations about how things are going to work.”
Ever wondered how babies perceive the world around them? In this episode of 'Lobes and Robes', neuroscientist Dr. Laurie Bayet dives into her pioneering research on infant cognitive development. As a professor at American University, Dr. Bayet specializes in understanding how infants come to recognize and interpret facial expressions. She shares some fascinating techniques used to study infant perception, revealing how genetics, experiences, and cultural backgrounds shape emotional cognition from a very young age.
The conversation also touches on how early-life experiences and caregiver interactions can influence an infant's stress levels and emotional growth. This episode offers a captivating look into the early stages of cognitive development and its broader implications for future research and public policy.
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