The program in Developmental Psychology is designed to prepare skilled, creative developmental psychologists who are sensitive to issues of practical significance and trained to conduct and apply sound, meaningful social science research. An important strength of our program is the diversity of research skills, perspectives, and findings we bring to bear on a subject of central human concerns. The program in Developmental Psychology is highly respected both nationally and internationally and covers all portions of the life-span from infancy to late life. Nineteen Core faculty, and other affiliated faculty, offer collaborative research training in social, cognitive, linguistic and brain development. Special strengths of the program include opportunities for training in: basic and applied research longitudinal methods developmental neuroscience development in the context of schools family and community influences on the life course including research with both normal and at-risk populations The program has a strong tradition in interdisciplinary research and cross-cultural studies, and maintains active ties with outstanding programs around the world.