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Implicit Cues in STEM Environments

How Faces Affect Views of STEM Jobs

Not Recruiting
100 years or below
All
Phase N/A
1 Location

Brief description of study.

A known deterrent to entering or staying in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are perceptions that these fields provide opportunities for success or status, but do not provide opportunities to benefit society or work with others. This research investigates how figure in the field (e.g., potential advisors, professors, or scientists in the public eye) signal the goals that can or cannot be fulfilled in a particular setting. The current study proposes to examine the psychological processes that occur when individuals make inferences about a role from the face of someone who holds power in that role. We propose faces of gatekeepers in STEM (e.g., professors, scientists) operate in perceptual processes in forming beliefs about STEM.

Detailed description of study

A known deterrent to entering or staying in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are perceptions that these fields provide opportunities for success or status, but do not provide opportunities to benefit society or work with others. This research investigates how figure in the field (e.g., potential advisors, professors, or scientists in the public eye) signal the goals that can or cannot be fulfilled in a particular setting. The current study proposes to examine the psychological processes that occur when individuals make inferences about a role from the face of someone who holds power in that role. We propose faces of gatekeepers in STEM (e.g., professors, scientists) operate in perceptual processes in forming beliefs about STEM.

Eligibility of study

You may be eligible for this study if you meet the following criteria:

  • Conditions: healthy
  • Age: 100 years or below
  • Gender: All

This study investigates how people perceive roles in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) based on the faces of individuals in positions of power, such as professors or scientists. The purpose of this study is to understand the psychological processes involved when people infer the goals and opportunities associated with STEM roles from these facial cues.

Participants will view images of people who are considered gatekeepers in STEM fields, like professors or scientists. They will then be asked to share their beliefs about the opportunities available in these roles, helping researchers understand how facial perceptions influence beliefs about STEM.

  • Who can participate: The study does not specify particular eligibility criteria. Participants of any age with an interest in STEM are welcome.
  • Study details: Participants will look at images of individuals in STEM roles and provide feedback on their perceptions. This will help researchers understand how facial cues affect beliefs about these fields.
Updated on 19 Feb 2024. Study ID: 1808967664

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