Digital Child Lab

How Young Children
Learn & Develop
in a World of Screens

We study the intersection of screen media, developmental psychology, and early childhood — to help families and educators make informed decisions in an increasingly digital world.

15+ Studies Conducted
12 Team Members
30+ Publications
500+ Children Participated
What We Study

Our Research Focus

We investigate how digital media shapes the cognitive, social, and emotional development of children from infancy through middle childhood.

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Screen Media & Learning

How do children extract knowledge from screens, and what makes educational content truly effective for young learners?

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Developmental Psychology

Tracking milestones in language, memory, and executive function across the first years of life in today's media-rich environment.

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Parent–Child Interaction

How co-viewing and joint media engagement between caregivers and children influences developmental outcomes.

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