Kathrin Rothermich, PhD
Associate Professor
rothermichk17@ecu.edu
Scone Lab
Dr. Kathrin Rothermich is an Associate Professor in the Department of CSDI and the director of the Social Communication and Neuroscience Lab. In her research, she the uses behavioral paradigms, eye tracking, electrophysiology, and brain stimulation to explore social aspects of language and speech. Much of this work focuses on individual differences related to neurological conditions (e.g., Parkinson’s Disease), second language learning, mental health (e.g., anxiety), and personality traits (e.g., empathy). Her work is currently supported by the National Science Foundation.
Education
- PhD in Cognitive Science, Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (Leipzig, Germany) & University of Potsdam (Germany)
- Combined BA and MA in Linguistics and Educational Science, University of Leipzig (Germany)
Areas of Interest
- Social Communication/Pragmatics
- Neurogenic Communication Disorders
- EEG
- Eye Tracking
- Brain Stimulation
- Second Language Learning
- Mental health
- Personality
Teaching Areas
- Speech Science
- Cognitive Impairment in Brain-Injured Adults
- Research Design
- Multicultural Communication Disorders