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- 1. 1 Curriculum Vitae - Dr Jade Eloise Norris Department of Psychology J.E.Norris@Swansea.ac.uk Singleton Park +44(0)1792518530 Swansea University Wales, United Kingdom SA2 8PP Higher Education 2012 2015 PhD Title: Numerical cognition in ageing: Investigating the impact of cognitive ageing on foundational non-symbolic and symbolic numerical abilities Department of Psychology, University of Hull. Awarded April 2016. Supervisor: Dr Julie Castronovo (University of Hull) Examiners: Dr Marinella Cappelletti (Goldsmiths, University of London) and Dr Kevin J Riggs (University of Hull) 2009 - 2012 BSc First Class Honours in Psychology at Aberystwyth University Research March 2016 - Present: Postdoctoral Research Officer, Swansea University Department of Psychology. Responsible for leading the creation and management of a database of older adult research participants. I have so far recruited 300 volunteers by traditional methods (posters, flyers), public presentations, and the involvement of community groups. As Research Officer I am also actively involved in several research projects, including an investigation of logical thinking in children with autism. I am also collaborating with colleagues at Loughborough University and the University of Hull on studies investigating magnitude processing Sept 2012 - March 2016: My PhD investigated the impact of ageing on numerical cognition, focusing on symbolic (digits) and non-symbolic (sets of dots) numerical discrimination skills in young and older adults. Research from my PhD has been published (Frontiers in Psychology and PLoS ONE), with another two upcoming articles. Moreover, I have presented the research at several UK and international conferences. This research involved the use of a range of analyses, including multiple regression, mediation analysis, and ANOVA May - Sept 2015: I contributed to a team of developmental and numerical cognition researchers at the University of Hull investigating the effect of foundational numerical competency training on childrens mathematical achievement. This role involved individually assessing the numerical abilities and academic attainment of children aged 4 7 in a school environment May - Nov 2013: Research Assistant, University of Hull Centre for Health and Clinical Neuroscience. I contributed to a multi-institution study standardising neuropsychological tests across the lifespan. This role included independent responsibility for recruitment, data collection, and the management of a large database Sept 2013 - Sept 2014: I conducted a pilot study to examine the feasibility of testing basic numerical processing abilities in adults with Alzheimers disease. This involved recruiting participants from the Alzheimers Society and carer support groups to conduct cognitive and neuropsychological tests with individuals with Alzheimers disease
- 2. 2 Publications Published Norris, J. E. & Castronovo, J. (2016). Dot Display Affects Approximate Number System Acuity and Relationships with Mathematical Achievement and Inhibitory Control. PLoS ONE 11(5): e0155543. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0155543 Norris, J. E., McGeown, W. J., Guerrini, C., & Castronovo, J. (2015). Aging and the number sense: preserved basic non-symbolic numerical processing and enhanced basic symbolic processing. Frontiers in Psychology, 6, 999. doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2015.00999 Under Review Norris, J. E., Riggs, K. J., & Castronovo, J., Preserved numerical and continuous magnitude processing in ageing: evidence from the number Stroop task. The Quarterly Journal of Experimental Psychology. In Preparation Norris, J. E., Inglis, M., Gilmore, C., Clayton, S., & Castronovo, J., Approximate number system acuity in ageing is affected by convex hull. Conference Presentations Norris, J. E., Inglis, M., Gilmore, C., Clayton, S., & Castronovo, J. (2016, July) Measuring the approximate number system in ageing the problem of visual confounds. Paper presented at the Experimental Psychology Society (EPS) conference, Oxford University Norris, J. E., Riggs, K. J., & Castronovo, J (2016, April) Investigating magnitude processing and inhibitory control in ageing with the number Stroop paradigm. Paper presented at the Experimental Psychology Society (EPS) conference, Durham University Norris, J. E. & Castronovo, J., (2015, September). Measuring the approximate number system in ageing: Methodological variations yield different results. Paper presented at the European Society for Cognitive Psychology conference, Paphos, Cyprus Norris, J. E. & Castronovo, J., (2015, July) Measuring the number sense in ageing. Paper presented at the Experimental Psychology Society (EPS) conference, Lincoln University Norris, J. E. & Castronovo, J., (2015, March) The effect of intermixed and separate displays on ANS acuity and the relationship with mathematics achievement. Invited talk at Loughborough University Mathematics Education Centre Cognition Workshop Norris, J. E., McGeown, W. J., Guerrini, C., & Castronovo, J., (2014, July) Quantity estimation in ageing. Poster presented at the EPS conference, Newcastle University Book features My undergraduate dissertation Crowd psychology and public order policing: an analysis of the discourse of trainee police constables is featured as an exemplar in the textbook Social Psychology (Sutton, R. & Douglas, K. (2013): Palgrave Macmillan)
- 3. 3 Grants & Funding University of Hull 50th Anniversary PhD Scholarship (fees and stipend at RCUK level x3 years) Experimental Psychology Society Grindley Grants (~贈800) to present at scientific meetings University of Hull Graduate School Conference Bursary (贈200) for presentation at the European Society for Cognitive Psychology scientific meeting in Paphos, Cyprus Academic & Transferable Skills Data Management and Analysis Experienced in quantitative research methods and statistical analysis using SPSS, R, and Excel Skilled in varied statistical analyses, including mediation models, regression, & ANOVA Practised in experiment programming using E Prime, with recent MATLAB training Proficient in initiating and managing databases using Microsoft Access, with a range of experience working to the Data Protection Act Participant Recruitment and Data Collection Independently recruited >150 older adult participants during my PhD Initiated and manage an older adult participant database at Swansea University, Department of Psychology (currently 300 participants) Experienced in engaging with participants, with particular expertise in administering cognitive, behavioural, and neuropsychological tests to children and adults Strong relationship-building skills have enabled excellent participant retention, and facilitated liaison with public, charity, and other sectors to incorporate public engagement with research Writing, Presentation, and Administration Skilled in writing scientific articles as first-author for publication in peer-reviewed journals Experienced in presenting research to a range of audiences at national and international scientific conferences, as well as to specialist research groups and via social media Contributor as a peer reviewer for the Journal of Numerical Cognition Strong communication, organisation, time management, and problem-solving skills Driven and motivated, with a strong work ethic and a friendly, professional personality Leadership, Initiative, and Professional Development Initiated and directed the writing and submission of ongoing grant applications Independently led the creation of the older adults participant database at Swansea University, using initiative and creativity to maximise recruitment from across the community Completed a MATLAB course for experiment programming, analysis, and presentation Certified in Good Clinical Practice Training (National Institute for Health Research) Completed the Human Brain Anatomy course at Kings College Introduction to Teaching for Postgraduate Researchers Certified (University of Hull) Recently applied for membership of the Experimental Psychology Society Regularly attend meetings of the Mathematical Cognition Group at Loughborough University, where I also meet collaborators with whom I am actively conducting research Promoted public engagement with science by demonstrating Psychology to adults and children at the Hull Science Festivals Full extended DBS check, Health and Safety, and First Aid for Public Service trained Teaching I was actively involved in teaching at the University Of Hull Department Of Psychology, with experience teaching Research Methods and Statistics, Cognitive, and Developmental Psychology
- 4. 4 Experienced in teaching large groups (~100) as well as leading seminars with smaller groups Proficient in marking essays, research reports, and exams, and providing feedback to students Working closely with the PhD students at Swansea University, assisting in participant recruitment and advising on ensuring the best experience possible for those taking part References Professor Andrea Tales- Current Line Manager Department of Psychology Vivian Tower Singleton Park Swansea University Swansea SA2 8PP +44(0)1792602567 A.Tales@Swansea.ac.uk Dr Julie Castronovo- PhD Supervisor Department of Psychology University of Hull Cottingham Road Hull HU6 7RX +44(0)1482466952 J.Castronovo@Hull.ac.uk Dr Kevin J Riggs- PhD Examiner (internal) Department of Psychology University of Hull Cottingham Road Hull HU6 7RX +44(0)1482465525 K.Riggs@Hull.ac.uk