Research on Child Cognition Through Eye-Tracking Connects to AI Art Exhibition

Karinna Rodríguez, a developmental psychology PhD candidate at Florida International University, is conducting research using eye-tracking technology and pupillometry to study how young children process mental rotation tasks. Her work reveals that boys and girls perform similarly at ages five to six, contrasting with adult studies showing gender differences. The research identifies two cognitive strategies children use and measures cognitive effort through pupil dilation. This work connects to the exhibition 'AI: More Than Human' at Frost Science museum, particularly the 'Endless Evolution' section exploring how technology can shape human development. The exhibition, curated by London's Barbican Centre and co-produced by Groningen Forum, examines artificial intelligence's relationship with humanity through interactive installations and real-world applications.