UBC Perception & Cognition Lab: Perceiving Objects and Events Study

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Help the UBC Perception & Cognition Lab understand how we perceive objects and events in the world.

Purpose

The Perceiving Objects and Events Study investigates how people see, perceive, and think about objects and events in the world. While participation may not provide any direct benefit to you, the findings may contribute to scientific knowledge about human perception, cognition, and the workings of the mind.

About

In this study, you will be asked to examine simple shapes or images, or to listen to simple musical sequences. Afterwards, you will be asked to answer questions about what you saw or heard by pressing some keys or using a computer mouse. The study will take 60 minutes.

Eligibility requirements

  • Ages 18-35
  • Be proficient in English
  • Have corrected-to-normal vision and normal colour vision
  • Be able to do computer-based tasks

Compensation

Participants will be compensated up to $15 CAD (Amazon Gift Card).

Sign-up to participate

To participate or find out more, please contact the study team at ubcperception@gmail.com and schedule a session through Calendly.

Location

This study takes place in Room 3203, Douglas Kenny Building, 2136 West Mall, Vancouver, BC. MAP

Research team
Dr. Joan D. Ongchoco
Zenith Zyn

About the Lab

The UBC Perception & Cognition Lab (PI: Dr. Joan Ongchoco) studies the ways that perception — what we see — can interact with broader mental life.