Kids in Context is pleased to be part of the Child Development Research Event: Supporting Parents in NI
🗓️ 12 Dec | 4–7pm
📍 Ulster University, Belfast
Talks • Keynote • Roundtable
All welcome: parents, practitioners & community groups.
🔗 Register: supporting-parents-in-ni.eventbrite.co.uk
Last week, to celebrate #WorldChildren'sDay, we in the School of Psychology took a moment to reflect on how children are genuinely involved in research. Not just as participants, but as valued voices shaping the work we do.
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Last week, we heard from Jing Xu (University of Washington) on her analysis of pedagogical texts in Northern Ireland, and Melissa Delury (George Mason University) on her classroom observations of history teaching. Sadhbh Drummond also shared some recent more updates from her collaboration with Jing.
QUB School of Psychology and IEF are delighted to invite you to the launch of research exploring ‘Social Attitudes and Integrated Education’.
Monday 24 November 2025
2.00pm - 4.30 pm
Riddel Hall
To book your free place, please RSVP by emailing jessica@ief.org.uk by Friday 21 November 2025
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New Paper!
Religion and science are both deeply embedded in society, shaping how people see the world. New research reveals that stronger religious identity is linked to a lower valuation of science. Understanding this is crucial to help us foster a more cohesive society.
doi.org/10.1371/jour...
⭐ Team Tuesdays ⭐
Follow along each week as we introduce a member of our team. Up next is Lily Clark, a Visiting Researcher working in our Research Centre!
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We’re proud to be a field site in the Developing Belief Network, a global collaboration studying how beliefs develop across childhood (ages 4–13). With researchers across 19 countries, we’re exploring how children develop religious and scientific beliefs.
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⭐ Team Tuesdays ⭐
Follow along each week as we introduce a member of our team. Up next is Caitlin McShane, a former Research Assistant in our lab and now a PhD student in the QUB School of Nursing and Midwifery!
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We had a great day at Dive into Developmental Science for the NI Festival of Social Science. Thanks to everyone who attended, and to our QUB School of Psychology colleagues and Ulster University collaborators for their continued efforts in making it such a success!
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⭐ Team Tuesdays ⭐
Follow along each week as we introduce a member of our team.
Up next is Connie Wilson, a PhD research student working in our Research Centre!
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It’s been just over a year since we shared the key insights from our Communicating Truth Project. This project examines how polarization persists in Northern Ireland, and methods to reduce it, all brought to life by some amazing young people. Give it a watch (or a rewatch)!
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⭐ Team Tuesdays ⭐
Follow along each week as we introduce a member of our team.
Up next is Molly Adams, a PhD research student working in our Research Centre!
#Psychology #KidsInContext #ChildDevelopment #Peacebuilding
New Paper!
Adolescence is a crucial stage for learning how to engage across differences. This study shows friends, family, and intergroup contact can disrupt polarizing narratives, helping young people move towards shared realities.
doi.org/10.1177/0743...
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⭐ Team Tuesdays ⭐
Follow along each week as we introduce a member of our team.
Up next is Dr. Emma Pitt, a post-doctoral researcher working in our Research Centre!
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Join us and collaborators from Ulster University at the Ulster Museum this October for Dive into Developmental Science! Learn, play, and explore—book your spot here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dive-into-... #KidsInContext #ChildDevelopment #UlsterMuseum @dauteljocelyn.bsky.social
⭐ Team Tuesdays ⭐
Follow along each week as we introduce a member of our team.
Up next is Dr. Eva Grew, a post-doctoral researcher working in our Research Centre!
#Psychology #KidsInContext #ChildDevelopment #Peacebuilding
We want to understand how children think big problems can be solved 🌍 Could your child take part? Read the details below, and scan the QR code to learn more ✨
⭐ Team Tuesdays ⭐
Follow along each week as we introduce a member of our team.
Up first is Dr. Jocelyn Dautel, Director of our Research Centre!
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At the Kids in Context Research Centre, we collaborate with families, schools, and communities through fun interactive studies. Follow along for opportunities to get involved and research insights.
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Introducing the Kids in Context Lab at Queen’s University Belfast, School of Psychology. We study how children and young people (ages 4–18) learn and understand others. Our work spans Northern Ireland and communities worldwide, exploring identity, friendship, and decision-making.
