At UOsaka's DCS Lab, we investigate the development of human cognition and behavior from infancy to school-age childhood using scientific methods. We address the “emerging” part of human life. In addition, we focus on the role of social interactions, examining how children engage with social partners, such as caregivers, siblings, friends, and even robots, to understand how these social experiences shape cognitive and behavioral development.

Our research particularly emphasizes “social cognition” and “language learning,” primarily through approaches in experimental psychology and cognitive science. Moving forward, we will continue to explore a range of research themes to empirically investigate the mechanisms and processes underlying developmental change, ultimately aiming to gain deeper insights into the origins of human cognition.