Research Topics

Here's a closer look at the core research themes driving the APRIL Lab:

• • • Innovative Non-Cognitive Assessment through Large Language Models and Artificial Intelligence: We are at the forefront of applying natural language processing/ large language model to noncognitive assessment, opening new avenues for understanding employee attributes beyond traditional measures.

    • Integration of Psychological Measurement Models in Organizational Studies: We explore the application of sophisticated models such as item response theory, factor mixture models, multilevel modeling, structural equation modeling, and longitudinal data analysis to enrich organizational research with nuanced insights.

    • Leveraging machine learning and big data in the workplace: Our work explores the transformative potential of machine learning and big data analytics, seeking to uncover patterns and insights in workplace contexts that may be missed by traditional methods.

    • Addressing Faking in Personnel Selection: We critically examine the impact of cheating in selection processes and develop strategies to mitigate its effects and ensure the integrity of assessments.

    • The role of technology and test taker responses in selection: At the intersection of technology and human response, our research examines how technological advances in selection processes affect test taker perceptions and outcomes.

    • Exploring measurement issues in personality and individual differences: Our lab is deeply involved in refining the measurement of personality and various individual differences, with the goal of increasing the accuracy and reliability of psychological assessments.

    • Development and Application of Adaptive Testing: Pioneering the use of online adaptive testing, our research adapts to the individual test taker, improving both the efficiency and effectiveness of psychological assessments.

    • Game-based non-cognitive assessments for employee selection: At the forefront of assessment technology, we are exploring the use of game-based assessments to assess non-cognitive skills in a dynamic and engaging way.