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Director: Zed Sehyr, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor Communication Sciences and Disorders Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences Chapman University Dr. Sehyr is an Assistant Professor in Communication Sciences and Disorders in Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences at Chapman University. She earned her Ph.D. from University College London (UCL) in Cognitive, Perceptual, and Brain Sciences. Her research centers at the intersection of linguistics, cognition, and neuroscience. Dr. Sehyr’s research examines the neural underpinnings of visual language processing and reading. She investigates how our experiences shape visual and language networks and how these pathways adapt to deafness or sign language experience. Dr. Sehyr is a co-developer of ASL-LEX, a lexical database for American Sign Language. Her most recent work utilizes computer-assisted analyses and machine learning to advance linguistic research. Dr. Sehyr is committed to advocating for the empowerment and inclusion of marginalized and underrepresented groups in STEM and academia. Follow me on the socials LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/zed-sevcikova-sehyr-44783424/ Twitter: @zedsehyr Bsky: @zedsehyr.bsky.social Email: [email protected] |
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Neil Pal
BS Computer Science Fowler School of Engineering Chapman University Neil Pal is a Computer Science student at Chapman University with a keen interest in the practical uses of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in furthering human abilities. Beyond his professional interests, Neil is a proud Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America, holds Emergency Medical Response certification, and is also a published author. |
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Danielle Moraga
BA Psychology & Neuroscience Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences Chapman University Danielle Moraga is a Psychology and Neuroscience student at Chapman University as well as a Software Development student at Mira Costa College. She has plans to pursue a Ph.D. in clinical psychology as well as use her software development knowledge to aid in research. Danielle is a proud member of the Chapman Psi Chi Honors Society, and Chapman Undergraduate Neuroscience Society, and has completed training on Psychological First Aid. |
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Lauren Fillet
MS Communication Sciences and Disorders Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences Chapman University Lauren Fillet is a Chapman graduate student pursuing an MS in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She received her BA in Psychological Science from UC Irvine and has since gained ample experience working with children & adolescents in Special Education. Lauren is interested in further understanding the neurological & cognitive bases of human behavior, abilities, and disorders. She plans to pursue a PhD in Clinical Psychology to advance research in the etiology and treatment of ASD, childhood-onset mental illness & trauma, and specifically how language & communication can facilitate healing & wellbeing for children and families impacted by said conditions. Lauren is a proud member of the Phi Beta Kappa Academic Honor Society, is a CRLA certified Writing Tutor, and has received Pro-ACT Assault Crisis Training. Madison Nesbit
BA Psychology Crean College of Health and Behavioral Sciences Chapman University Madison Nesbit is a Psychology and Health Science student at Chapman University investigating reading and autism in adults. After graduating, she hopes to pursue her Psy.D. in clinical psychology to become a licensed psychologist. Madison has received CITI training on human subject research for social and behavioral research. |