Dr. Yolanda Tun Chiong is a renowned expert in the field of psychology, with a specialization in cognitive development and neuroscience. Her work has been widely recognized and respected, both nationally and internationally, for its significant contributions to our understanding of human behavior and cognitive processes.
Early Life and Education
Dr. Tun Chiong was born in Mexico City, Mexico, to a family of educators and scientists. Her parents, both professors at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, instilled in her a love for learning and a passion for discovery from an early age. She pursued her undergraduate studies in psychology at the same university, graduating with honors in 1995. She then moved to the United States to pursue her graduate studies, earning her Master’s degree in cognitive psychology from Harvard University in 1998 and her Ph.D. in neuroscience from Stanford University in 2002.
Research and Career
Dr. Tun Chiong’s research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive development, particularly in the areas of attention, memory, and language. Her work has been published in numerous top-tier scientific journals, including Neuron, Nature Neuroscience, and Science. She has also presented her research at international conferences and has been invited to speak at universities and research institutions around the world. Currently, she is a professor of psychology and neuroscience at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she directs the Cognitive Development and Neuroscience Laboratory.
| Year | Publication | Journal |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | "Neural mechanisms of attentional control in children" | Neuron |
| 2015 | "The development of language processing in the brain" | Nature Neuroscience |
| 2020 | "Cognitive training and neural plasticity in older adults" | Science |
Awards and Honors
Dr. Tun Chiong has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the field of psychology and neuroscience. These include the National Science Foundation’s CAREER Award, the James McKeen Cattell Fellowship, and the UCLA Distinguished Teaching Award. She has also been elected as a fellow of the Association for Psychological Science and the Society for Neuroscience.
Teaching and Mentoring
Dr. Tun Chiong is a dedicated teacher and mentor, and has supervised numerous undergraduate and graduate students in her laboratory. She has also developed and taught several courses on cognitive psychology and neuroscience, including Introduction to Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Development, and Neuroscience Methods. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and collaboration, and she has been recognized for her excellence in teaching with the UCLA Distinguished Teaching Award.
- Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
- Cognitive Development
- Neuroscience Methods
What is Dr. Tun Chiong’s research focus?
+Dr. Tun Chiong’s research focuses on the neural mechanisms underlying cognitive development, particularly in the areas of attention, memory, and language.
What awards has Dr. Tun Chiong received?
+Dr. Tun Chiong has received numerous awards and honors, including the National Science Foundation’s CAREER Award, the James McKeen Cattell Fellowship, and the UCLA Distinguished Teaching Award.
What courses has Dr. Tun Chiong taught?
+Dr. Tun Chiong has taught several courses on cognitive psychology and neuroscience, including Introduction to Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Development, and Neuroscience Methods.
