Work in the Rhythm, Attention, and Perception (RAP) Lab focuses on understanding how humans and other animals perceive the timing of events (e.g., duration, tempo, and rhythm) and use this information to (a) coordinate perception and action, (b) direct attention, and (c) in the case of humans, facilitate speech and language processing. We use a range of methodologies, including behavioral methods with children and adults, mathematical modeling, targeted lesions and pharmacological manipulations in animal models, and functional magnetic resonance imaging. With respect to language, RAP lab research focuses on both the pitch and time (prosodic) characteristics of spoken language and their role in speech perception, word segmentation, and lexical processing. In this regard, we are particularly interested in commonalities in the neural and cognitive underpinnings of music and language.

Left to right: (standing) Nate Miller, Laura Dilley, Madeleine McAuley, Devin McAuley, Marta Zaleha, Emily Weber, (kneeling/sitting) Louis Vinke, Molly Henry, Amanda Stewart, Elina Banzina

If you are interested in getting involved with our research or would like to be a participant please contact Dr. McAuley or Dr. Dilley.

RAP Lab members in the News!!

• 11/17/08 BGSU Monitor - Link
• 4/30/07 BGSU Monitor - Link

RAP Lab - Last Updated: 2/5/09