Cognition and Skill Acquisition Lab

Contact Details

Ramsey Center Room 106 110 Carlton St. Athens, GA 30602

Phone: 706-542-6757

Related Units

Department of Kinesiology

The Cognition and Skill Acquisition Laboratory is designed to conduct theory-based research that examines the effects of physical activity on cognitive function. Our studies involve electromyography, electroencephalography, and event-related potentials.

Faculty

Phillip D. Tomporowski

Director

Equipment

The laboratory is equipped with systems that measure physiological function and behavioral performance. These systems include multiple computer workstations that permit the development of experimental protocols to assess attention, information processing, and problem solving.

Research

Children's physical activity
Cognitive function
Academic performance

Research is conducted in collaboration with the Georgia Prevention Institute at the Medical College of Georgia.