| Approved on: | 2026-01-16 |
| Brief purpose of the study: | This study is designed to validate images of infants to create an online database to be used by the research community. Facial stimuli databases are widely used across various research fields to explore topics such as memory, perception, attention, and more. To ensure the inclusivity of these studies, it is crucial to have databases that reflect diverse age groups, genders, races, and other demographic factors. This study aims to expand available resources by creating the first-ever infant facial stimuli database, thereby enriching research across multiple domains and advancing our understanding in key areas of development and cognition. |
| Brief summary of what participants will be asked to do: | In this research study, participants will complete (1) questionnaires online (to be completed prior to lab visit) regarding themselves and their relationships and (2) a lab visit. During the lab visit, participants will put together stories using word prompts. Next, participants will view and rate images of infants. The questionnaire portion of the study is expected to take approximately 60 minutes, and the lab portion of the study is expected to take 2 hours. The lab is located in 256 McReynolds Hall. Please be sure to arrive on time for your appointment, the researcher will be waiting for you. |
| Basic eligibility criteria: | Hispanic/Latinx females aged 18 – 25 years, non-parents/have not been pregnant, have not previously participated in this study for Psych 1000 credit. |
| Study contact for more information: | picstudy@missouri.edu |
| IRB Number: | 2125458 MU |
