Research facilities

In the Department of Psychology, we are dedicated to supporting cutting-edge research and have a number of purpose-built laboratories, housing many pieces of technical equipment.

A distinguishing feature of our research facilities is a commitment to research which simulates real-world environments.

We also have an infrastructure which can combine research technologies and tools (e.g., EEG with BioPac) which means that we have an excellent capacity to conduct research which can explore human thought and behaviour in more sophisticated ways.

We provide appropriate training for students to access these advanced research facilities and methods.

Laboratories

Eye-tracking labs

We have three eye-tracking labs each with a EyeLink 1000 desktop eye-tracker. We also have a mobile eye-tracker (Tobii Glasses) to measure eye-gaze behaviour in a range of tasks.

BabyLab

A baby and child-friendly area to observe and take measurements relating to infants’ social and cognitive development.

BioPac lab

Our BioPac lab includes our Biopac physiological measurement tools, to measure physiological indicators such as heart rate, sweat responses, and electromyography (EMG).

EEG lab

Our EEG lab housing our state-of-the-art EEG equipment.

NIRS lab

Houses our Near infra-red Spectroscopy (NIRS) equipment that measures blood flow and cerebral activity.

TMS Lab

Housing our Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) & Transcranial direct electrical current stimulation (tDCS).

Human tissue lab

A purpose-built laboratory that allows researchers to take human tissue samples in a controlled environment that is compliant with the Human Tissue Act (2004). The Department of Psychology undertakes ethically approved research involving human tissue and is coordinated by the Edge Hill University Human Tissue Act Committee.

Observation lab

A custom-built observation lab, complete with observation booth and filming equipment to conduct research designed around human observation and behaviour.

Simulation lab

A purpose-built “bar lab”, designed to support our Substance Use and Misuse research work, to explore contextual influences on alcohol cognitions and behaviour.

Health Psychology Lab

Housing equipment for issuing controlled induction of pain. Equipment includes the DS8R Digitmer Consant Current Stimulator for nerve and muscle stimulation via electrical pulses, and the Cold Pressor used to measure people’s tolerance of pain

Virtual Reality (VR)

Our VR lab includes VR headsets which allows us to explore how we interact with virtual agents and environments

3D printer

We have recently invested in a 3D printer which supports us to produce artefacts to be used for research and creative learning activities.

Psychology computer suites

Dedicated PC suites which have full network access, relevant software and technical facilities available for our students to use.

Research cubicles

Quiet cubicles which are bookable for staff and students to collect research data and conduct psychological tests.

Audio Lab

Housing a sound-proof booth with microphones and recording equipment to capture controlled vocalisations. Our Audio lab also houses bespoke software to analyse different qualities of vocalisations

Dedicated Student Facilities

Coaching Psychology Clinic

Our in-house coaching service hosted by our Chartered Coaching Psychologists, to support on things like getting motivated, reducing procrastination and career-direction coaching