Northeastern University · PsychologyCognitive Harmony Lab
Susanne M Jaeggi · Boston, Massachusetts
Research Focus
Dr. Susanne M. Jaeggi's lab focuses on enhancing cognitive function and auditory processing in older adults, particularly in relation to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). The research explores the use of music-based interventions to help improve speech comprehension in noisy environments while also examining executive function training strategies. By understanding the mechanisms behind these interventions, the lab aims to develop effective, accessible solutions to mitigate cognitive decline and promote better mental health in aging populations.
auditory processingcognitive declinemusic therapyexecutive function trainingAlzheimer's diseaseagingcognitionspeech perceptionintervention
Research Aims
4AIM 01Test the effectiveness of music-based interventions for improving speech-in-competition skills in older adults.
AIM 02Investigate the impact of various executive function training methods on cognitive outcomes in older adults.
AIM 03Understand individual differences that affect the success rates of cognitive interventions.
AIM 04Promote open science by sharing research data and methodologies with the scientific community.
Skills the Lab Values
participants recruitmentdata collectionmusic therapy techniquescognitive assessmentstatistical analysisrandomized controlled trialsopen science principlesbehavioral interventionsqualitative research methods
Output against the department
Publications188top 36% of dept.108th of 296
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Citations13ktop 20% of dept.59th of 296
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