Joshua K. Hartshorne

Dr. Joshua K. Hartshorne is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at MGH Institute of Health Professions, where he leads the Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Group. His research bridges cognitive science and computational methods to investigate language acquisition and cognitive development.

Education:

• B.A., Mathematics, Oberlin College
• A.M., Psychology, Harvard University
• Ph.D., Psychology, Harvard University

Research Focus: Dr. Hartshorne examines why children outperform adults in language learning and why some children face language difficulties. His lab applies computational modeling, machine learning, and crowdsourcing to analyze language acquisition patterns, bilingualism, and neurocognitive variations in conditions like autism.

Lab & Affiliations: He directs the Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Group, developing innovative methods to accelerate psychological and linguistic research through big data analysis and AI-driven approaches.