The Impact of Obesity on Adolescents' Mathematical Abilities
Professor Introduction
D. M | Ph.D. in Neuroscience
Home Institute：McGill University
[ Research Interests ] Electroencephalography (EEG), schizophrenia, antipsychotic drugs
[ Teaching Experience ] Extensive teaching experience and participation in multiple national and international research projects
Project Description
This project investigates the potential impact of obesity on adolescents' mathematical abilities during a critical period of physiological and cognitive development. By analyzing data from the OpenNeuro database, which includes event-related potentials (ERP) from 62 adolescents (half obese, half non-obese), the project aims to explore the relationship between obesity and mathematical processing in adolescents. Students will gain insights into the intersection of biology, psychology, and statistics in understanding how obesity may affect cognitive functions, particularly in math skills.
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Project Outline
Part 1 : Introduction to Adolescent Cognitive Development
• Overview of cognitive development during adolescence
• Importance of mathematical skills in cognitive development
• Factors influencing cognitive and mathematical development
Part 2 : Obesity and Cognitive Function
• Definition and prevalence of obesity in adolescents
• Biological and psychological impacts of obesity
• Previous research on obesity and cognitive function
Part 3 : Event-Related Potentials (ERP) and Cognitive Analysis
• Introduction to ERP and its relevance in cognitive research
• Methods for collecting and analyzing ERP data
• Case studies involving ERP analysis in cognitive research
Part 4 : Analyzing the Impact of Obesity on Mathematical Abilities
• Data analysis techniques for comparing obese and non-obese adolescents
• Statistical methods for evaluating cognitive performance
• Results and interpretations of ERP data in mathematical processing
Part 5 : Implications and Future Directions
• Implications of findings for educational and health policies
• Strategies for supporting cognitive development in obese adolescents
• Future research directions and potential interventions
Suitable for
• High school students interested in studying youth issues
• Graduate students and advanced undergraduates in biology, psychology, and statistics
