CoDe Journal Club
The new Cognitive and Developmental Psychology Journal Club (CoDe) is here to foster a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment within our department. By connecting with colleagues, sharing expertise and engaging with recent research, the journal club aims to enrich our academic community and enhance professional development.
The journal club is held once a month, always on the same day, and each participant is encouraged to present at least once during the year. This is a great opportunity to share our research interests, engage in discussions with peers, and gain insights from various perspectives within the department.
Format Options:
- Article Presentation: 10-15 min topic introduction, 20 min article discussion, 30 min group discussion.
- General Topic Presentation: 45 min talk + 15 min Q&A on a topic you are working on
- Talk Rehearsal: 15 min topic introduction, 30 min practice talk, with time for comments and feedback (flexible depending on the talk format)
Why Join?
-> Expand your expertise – Stay updated on key topics in cognitive and developmental psychology by engaging with cutting-edge research.
-> Enhance your critical thinking – Develop analytical skills by discussing diverse methodologies and theoretical perspectives.
-> Improve communication & presentation skills – Practice articulating complex ideas clearly and receive constructive feedback in a supportive setting.
-> Prepare for conferences & defenses – Use the club as a platform to rehearse and refine your talks with peer input.
-> Build collaborations – Connect with colleagues from within and beyond the department, fostering potential research partnerships.
-> Engage in a relaxed, intellectually stimulating environment – Unlike formal presentations, this is a space for open discussion, idea exchange, and informal learning.
-> Improve your English skills – For non-native English speaker, a great opportunity to practice presenting and discussing academic topics in English.
Everyone is welcome—feel free to invite colleagues from other departments whose work intersects with cognitive or developmental psychology.
If you have any questions or would like to present, please e-mail Adriana at .
Previous CoDe Journal Club Sessions
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December 2025 – Annual Wrap-Up: Research highlights & future plans
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November 2025 – The emergence of response planning in working memory
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October 2025 – Digital monitoring of the early dynamics of cognitive change
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September 2025 – Use of large language models and the development of cognitive reserve
— Summer break (July–August) —
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June 2025 – Cognitive training and transfer effects
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May 2025 – Kick-Off Meeting: Getting to know the research in our department