Other Projects

Throughout the year, I engage in projects solely for the purpose of learning and fueling my passion for research.

Deception Predicted by Personality Traits

In the fall of 2022, as a student in PSYC 270 at UNC-Chapel Hill, I explored the fascinating topic of deception and lying behavior in relation to personality. This exploration led me to write a comprehensive APA-style paper, delving into the complexities of this subject. Additionally, I had the opportunity to replicate a study that had been previously published, allowing me to gain hands-on experience in the research process. To conduct my own research, I developed a survey using Qualtrics, a popular online survey platform, and analyzed the collected data using Jamovi, a statistical analysis software. This project provided me with valuable insights into the psychological dynamics of deception and the practical skills necessary for conducting research in the field of psychology.

Personality & Data Analysis

During the summer of 2022, I volunteered under Dr. Patrick Harrison in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at UNC – Chapel Hill. My main task was to analyze data on personality change in students before and after they took a class on personality. To accomplish this, I learned how to use statistical software tools like Jamovi and R to perform the analysis. This was the first time I worked with these programs. It was a valuable experience that allowed me to contribute to the research while gaining skills in data analysis using these software programs.

Dehumanization Project

As a Research Assistant in the Deepest Beliefs Lab at UNC – Chapel Hill, I had the opportunity to work alongside Danica Wilbanks, a PhD student in the lab. My main task was coding ethnographic records, specifically focusing on approximately 50 different cultures. Through this experience, I delved into the study of intergroup conflicts and gained insights into how different groups perceive one another. It was an enriching opportunity to contribute to the research and expand my understanding in this field.

Social Relationships & Academic Traits

In the spring of 2022, as a student in PSYC 532H at UNC – Chapel Hill, I focused on studying the relationship between the quality of social relationships in a university setting and academic success. In collaboration with my group, we conducted an Exploratory Factor Analysis to examine this correlation. We presented our findings in front of a class of 25 students and Dr. Curran, and our presentation was highly appreciated. Under the guidance of Dr. Patrick Curran, I learned about Exploratory Factor Analysis and applied it to analyze the data we gathered from a Qualtrics survey. It was particularly exciting because I was responsible for developing the survey questions myself. To analyze the data, I utilized SAS software, running the EFA to gain insights into the relationship between social relationships and academic success.