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.

Kaitlyn is a recent Boston University graduate with a bachelors in psychology. She is interested in working with children and is excited to learn more about childhood development with the CAP Lab team while building her research skills. Her future goals are to apply to a Clinical Psychology program and eventually work with children suffering from anxiety and related disorders. Kaitlyn has traveled far from her home in Trinidad and Tobago to pursue a career in psychology. In her free time she enjoys photography, drawing, knitting, swimming, hiking, skiing, and baking.

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. 

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.

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.