Hello, I'm Arcadia
I'm a 5th year PhD Student studying Developmental Science at Boston University
My Research
I'm interested in understanding the effects of early, chronic stress on cognitive development. Specifically, I am interested in identifying mechanisms through which stress gets "under the skin" so that we may identify pathways to ensure that all children are prepared to meet their cognitive potential and succeed academically
About Me.
​Highly motivated Ph.D. candidate in Developmental Science with 8 years of experience in behavioral and social sciences research. Proven track record of managing and leading research teams, fostering community partnerships, and conducting complex data analyses using advanced statistical techniques. Adept at synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data to produce insightful reports, published manuscripts, and compelling presentations for diverse audiences, including academic experts, community leaders, and policymakers. Demonstrates strong attention to detail, ethical standards, and interpersonal skills while effectively managing multiple projects and adapting to evolving research environments. Committed to supporting diversity and advancing public health and educational outcomes through evidence-based research and community engagement.
Education
2020 - Present
Ph.D. - Developmental Science
Boston University
Advisor: Amanda Tarullo
Intended Dissertation: Maternal Interactions and Stressful Events: Autobiographical Memory Development in Children Post-COVID-19
2020 - 2022
Masters Degree - Psychology
Boston University
Advisor: Amanda Tarullo
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2014 - 2018
Bachelors Degree - Psychology
University of Maryland
Advisor: Clara Hill
Undergraduate Thesis: Consequences of unsolicited advice in psychodynamic psychotherapy
Skills
Behavioral Measures
Biological & Neural Measures
Community Engagement
Statistical Software
Statistical Method
Interviews
Focus groups
Card sorting
Parent-interaction tasks
Qualitative surveys
Emotion analysis
Hair cortisol collection
Salivary cortisol collection
Actigraphy
Polysomnography (PSG)
EEG
Structural MRI
Functional MRI
Resting state MRI
Parent consultation/recruitment
Fostering partnerships with community organizations
Delivering research presentations
Social media outreach
SPSS
R
MATLAB
MPlus
Lisrel
Structural Equation Modeling (Including moderation/mediation analysis, factor analysis, path analysis)
General Linear Models
Hierarchal and Mixed Effects Models
Survival Analysis
Affiliations
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