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Lori Markson is a Professor in the Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis. She also serves as Faculty Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research and Faculty Development Fellow at the Office of the Provost. Her research focuses on social cognitive development, particularly how children learn from others and perceive social categories like race and socioeconomic status.
Markson holds a PhD from the University of Arizona, an MS from New Mexico State University, and a BA from Arizona State University. Her work emphasizes equitable research practices, aiming to include diverse populations in developmental studies to ensure generalizable outcomes.
Her research explores topics such as racial socialization, children’s trust in others, skin color inheritance concepts, and the effects of systemic racism on child cognition. She directs the Cognition & Development Lab, which applies a social justice framework to developmental science.
Markson’s publications span journals like Cognitive Development and Infancy, addressing themes such as social exclusion, epistemic trust, and children’s reasoning about fairness. While no awards are explicitly listed, her community-focused research reflects a commitment to impactful science.
Her advising and grants focus on mentoring students in lab and community projects. The Cognition & Development Lab collaborates with local communities to ensure research inclusivity and equity.
