Infant and Child Development Lab
Childhood research at Lancaster University: Growing Minds, Big Discoveries
Get InvolvedChildhood research at Lancaster University: Growing Minds, Big Discoveries
Get InvolvedWelcome to the Infant and Child Development Lab (ICDL), formerly the Lancaster Babylab. As our research has expanded to include children from prenatal stages through to adolescence, we felt it was time for a name that reflects our broader focus – infants and children.
At the ICDL, we investigate how children grow, learn, and thrive, exploring topics like prenatal development with 4D ultrasounds, language acquisition from sounds and words to sentences and understanding others, hearing, cognitive development, social interactions, and the challenges of adolescence.
"Absolutely enjoyed our participation in the study today - though my daughter was a bit unsure on the headband (though she hates hats generally anyway)! Would love to take part in more future research. The team were super friendly and lovely."
Jemma, August 2024
"Massive thank you we thoroughly enjoyed our visits for the last 7 weeks!"
Lisa, July 2024
"My daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed attending the ICLD this morning! Everybody was extremely helpful and friendly, offering to make tea or coffee, and the study was really interesting. My daughter was engaged and happy throughout the study. We even had the added bonus of receiving a free book and t-shirt for taking part!"
Sophie, September 2024
Heather's daughter really enjoyed participating in the experiment run by researcher Sophie Lund!
This little boy also really enjoyed participating in the experiments too!
"The kids love coming to the Babylab, the researchers are so friendly and welcoming, the kids never want the visit to end!"
Stephanie, January 2025
"Thank you for being so lovely and patient with us yesterday. My child wasn’t cooperative, but he loved the new Pelican Lab and the Beep Beep robot."
Anna, January 2025
One of our participants really enjoyed taking part in the listening study with Beep Beep in our Pelican Labs!
"Very welcoming and friendly. Made my son feel at ease."
Louise, January 2025
"My little lad loves coming to the lab. It’s such a chilled environment and he’s made it comfortable before starting any activities."
Gemma, January 2025
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