We are accepting PhD students this year!
If you are interested in working with me, see my FAQ here and submit an application here. Note, for equity reasons, I do not respond to pre-application inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
Team Values
Science is a necessarily collaborative endeavor. Each generation of scientists builds on the accumulation of knowledge that preceded them in order to gain knowledge about the natural world. As a group of scientists, we are committed to rigorously contributing to knowledge about the developmental origins of the human mind by studying the brain. We value integrity, collaboration, and . Creative troubleshooting. Cutting edge research. As a team, we strive to create a respectful and fun work environment where we encourage learning about each other as we continue to commit to producing cutting-edge science. If this sounds appealing, consider joining us!
Team Members
I am very excited to be starting a lab at USC and to work with the many amazing people I get to work with here in sunny southern California!
Website: www.heatherkosakowski.com
Josie Ramirez
Hi there! I’m Josephine Ramirez, but feel free to call me Josie. I was born and raised in South East Los Angeles, SELA, and am proudly a daughter of Mexican immigrants. I received my B.A. in Data Science with a concentration in Social Justice from Wellesley College where I discovered my love for research. My interests revolve around utilizing statistical techniques to address various research questions and promote social change.
Kimia Soltani
I am a second-year Psychology major at the University of Southern California. My research interests include infant and child development, particularly the neural mechanisms underlying early cognitive and emotional processes. After completing my undergraduate degree, I plan to pursue a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a focus on children and adolescents.
Juno
Juno is a rescue from Alabama. We call him our Alabama boy. Trained by Operation Delta Dog, Juno became part of the family in 2021.
