UConn Faculty Profile

Dr. Cuevas (Ph.D. Rutgers University) is an associate professor of psychological sciences at the University of Connecticut and Director of the CAP Lab.  Her postdoctoral training (Virginia Tech) was in developmental cognitive neuroscience, with a focus on executive functions. Dr. Cuevas' research program examines the development of basic and higher-order cognitive processes throughout infancy and early childhood, including brain-behavior associations.  In addition to being a developmental scientist, she is a mother of two young girls and enjoys spending time with her children as she gets to witness "development in action" on a daily basis!

Kelsey is a fourth-year graduate student at UConn.  Her research interests include the behavioral and neural bases of memory development. She moved to Connecticut from California and has fallen in love with the fall season. In her free time, she loves hiking and exploring with her dogs.

Sarah is a recent UConn graduate with a B.A. in psychological sciences. She has enjoyed working with adolescents for the past 11 years and is eager to explore the field of developmental research with infants and toddlers in the CAP Lab. In her free time Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 young daughters, hiking, and caring for her plant collection. 

Emma is a recent graduate from Liberty University’s psychology program. She is interested in how children’s brains change across development in a variety of cross-cultural and cognitive settings. Her future goal is to pursue a Ph.D. in infant brain development, studying areas of the brain that change in response to multicultural environments across maturation. In her free time, Emma enjoys reading, writing, going for walks, and solving puzzles.

Lira is a junior undergraduate majoring in psychological sciences at UConn. She intends to pursue a graduate degree in clinical psychology after completing her bachelor's degree, with a focus on working with children and adolescents. She enjoys reading, writing, staying active, and baking in her spare time.

Cecilia is a junior at UConn majoring in psychological sciences with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS). She has enjoyed working with children for the past 4 years and she is now enthusiastic about delving into research to learn more about infants. In her free time, she finds joy in the company of her dog, friends, and family. 

Megan is currently a junior at UConn majoring in psychological sciences. She intends to continue her studies after earning her undergraduate degree by enrolling in graduate school to study behavior analysis. As a behavior analyst, she aspires to develop strategies to help people with troublesome habits. She enjoys reading, working, and spending time with her friends and family.

Raynia is a junior undergraduate student at UConn. She is majoring in psychological sciences with a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences. After obtaining her bachelor's degree, she plans to pursue her master's degree with the goal of becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). In her free time she enjoys reading, dancing, learning new things, exploring her interests in more depth, and spending time with family.

Brianna is a sophomore at UConn majoring in cognitive science with a minor in psychology. After completing her undergrad, she plans on pursuing her PhD in cognition and perception. She is also interested in the field of child psychology, as well as child behavior analysis. In her free time, she likes to spend time with friends and family, listen to music, and play tennis.

Ali is a senior at UConn, majoring in Linguistics/Psychology with a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS). His academic interests include developmental psychology as well as language development. Ali intends to continue studying in a psychology-related graduate program after obtaining his bachelor’s degree. In his free time, he enjoys drawing, painting, cooking, baking, and spending time with family. 

Lauren is a former UConn graduate student, earning a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology (2020).  Her doctoral dissertation focuses on executive functions and reward sensitivity during early childhood.  Lauren is currently an assistant professor at Sacred Heart University.