Jeffrey J. Lockman

Jeffrey J. Lockman is a Research Professor at Tulane University’s School of Science & Engineering, affiliated with the Department of Psychology. He obtained his Ph.D. in 1980 from the University of Minnesota.

• Research focuses on perception-action coupling, spatial cognition, and infant motor development
• Teaches courses: Child Psychology (PSYC 321), Infancy (PSYC 326), and Developmental Psychology (PSYC 702)

His recent publications (2017-2020) explore developmental milestones in infant reaching, spatial coordination, and object manipulation. Articles span journals like Psychological Science and Developmental Psychology, emphasizing motor-cognitive integration and rehabilitation applications. The work involves cross-disciplinary methodologies bridging experimental psychology and motor development.

Dr. Lockman actively mentors graduate students and maintains a research program accessible at Tulane Child Development Program.