Edouard Gentaz

Edouard Gentaz is a Professor in the Psychology Section of the Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences at the University of Geneva (UNIGE). He leads the Sensory-Motor, Affective and Social Development Laboratory (SMAS), where he conducts research on child development with particular focus on sensory-motor, emotional, and social aspects across typical and atypical developmental trajectories.

His research interests span multiple domains of developmental psychology, with emphasis on emotion comprehension in children, tactile exploration skills, social-emotional development, and intervention strategies for children with developmental challenges including autism spectrum disorders, preterm infants, and children with intellectual disabilities. His methodological approach frequently employs eye-tracking technology to assess socio-emotional capabilities in populations with communication limitations.

Gentaz's publication record shows consistent productivity with 78 publications spanning two decades, with recent work focusing on screen time effects on young children, emotion training interventions, and sensory processing in neurodevelopmental conditions. His collaborative approach is evident in publications addressing practical applications in educational settings and healthcare contexts.

His scientific contributions include research on:

• Early social-emotional abilities in infants and toddlers
• Development of emotion discrimination across childhood
• Interventions for preterm children's emotional and executive competences
• Multisensory perception in neurodevelopmental disorders
• Impact of digital media on young children's development

Gentaz has supervised 120 academic works, indicating significant mentorship activity. His research demonstrates strong translational potential with applications in educational settings, clinical interventions, and parenting guidance, particularly regarding screen exposure for very young children.