Team

Joseph Appiah

Founder & Lab Director, The SIGNAL Lab

Joseph holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Ghana and currently serves as an Associate Researcher at the Harvard University Psychology Department. His work centers on stereotypes, implicit bias, social cognition, and intergroup relations. He founded the SIGNAL Lab to deepen research in these areas and to expand access to research opportunities for students, especially those in underrepresented settings. Joseph is also committed to mentoring students who show potential or interest in psychology, helping them grow through collaborative projects and hands-on experience.

Abhigyan Sahoo

Lab Manager

Abhigyan is an undergraduate Psychology major at Christ University, Bangalore, with a keen interest in implicit bias, stereotypes & media, and intergroup relations. He also explores how these areas intersect with and impact emotional regulation and resilience. He aims to pursue graduate studies and always advocate for mental health.

Naja M.V.

Naja M.V. is a final-year Psychology undergraduate at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. Passionate about social psychology, her research interests center on marginalized and minority communities in India. She aims to explore how these groups experience perceived threat, chronic fear, and communal victimization, particularly in the context of digital misinformation, hate speech, and evolving social media narratives.

Nidhi Girish Kulkarni

Nidhi is an undergraduate student majoring in Psychology at Indraprastha College for Women, University of Delhi. She is interested in cognitive, clinical, and developmental psychology, and resonates deeply with mental health awareness and psychological well-being of children and adolescents. She aspires to become a clinical psychologist.

Ishika Sonal

Ishika holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Studies and Research and a BA (Hons) in Psychology from Ashoka University. Currently a Research Assistant with a lab in India, her research experience spans experimental, qualitative, and mixed-methods projects exploring anti-minority misinformation, belief formation, and uncertainty during crisis. Her core research interests lie in intergroup relations, political conflict, and the role of social norms in shaping collective attitudes and actions. She is also passionate about culturally adapting research to better represent local contexts.

Shramana Singha Roy

Shramana is a cognitive and social psychology researcher with a passion for experimental methods, multisensory integration, and social cognition. She holds an M.Sc. from Banaras Hindu University and has worked on topics ranging from moral decision-making to gender-based violence and mental health. Her research explores how people perceive, feel, and act in complex social contexts, especially where bias, emotion, and identity intersect. Outside the lab, she can be found painting or folding paper into tiny masterpieces.

Honey Raval

Honey holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Mumbai and is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Counseling. Her research experience includes a study on burnout and quality of life, and she’s especially drawn to questions around emotional well-being, social dynamics, and behavioral shifts across different settings. When not diving into academics, she enjoys video editing, exploring marine life and ancient history facts, or appreciating fashion and design.

Omolewa Oladeji

Oladeji Omolewa is an undergraduate student majoring in Psychology at Covenant University, Nigeria. She is interested in clinical psychology, stereotypes, gender studies, and group norms, and is passionate about exploring how these shape friendships and social dynamics. She resonates deeply with mental health advocacy and expanding access to research, and is dedicated to promoting psychological well-being through meaningful research and community-focused initiatives. She aspires to become a clinical psychologist and contribute meaningfully to inclusive research and practice

Varshita Khetpal

Varshita Khetpal is an undergraduate student pursuing Psychology (Hons.) at Banaras Hindu University, India. She is deeply interested in clinical and social psychology, with a growing curiosity for research in areas such as media influence, group behavior, and mental health. As part of SIGNAL Lab, she is eager to gain hands-on research experience and contribute meaningfully to the lab’s ongoing projects.

Jahanbi Singh

Jahanbi Singh is a Psychology (Honors) graduate from Jesus and Mary College, University of Delhi. She currently works as a Research Associate at Belongg, a social impact organization, where she conducts intersectional research on inclusion in public policy, digital platforms, and development programs. Her research explores how gender and other identity markers shape lived experiences within institutions, be it workplaces, media, or technology. She is especially interested in surfacing the implicit norms and biases that structure exclusion, and in using research as a tool to inform more equitable design and systems.

Hansveen Kaur

Hansveen Kaur is an undergraduate student pursuing a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy at Delhi University. Her academic interests focus on the social and developmental roots of aggression, trauma, and antisocial behavior, particularly in the context of violence against women and children. While still exploring other areas within psychology, she is deeply interested in research and is committed to building a strong foundation in the field. Beyond academics, Hansveen is passionate about art and design, and enjoys experimenting with new styles, mediums, and creative challenges purely for the joy of making.

Arisha

Arisha is an undergraduate Psychology major at the University of Delhi. She is currently involved in an independent research project examining caste dynamics in Indian higher education. She critically engages with the role of upper-caste gatekeeping with the role of upper-caste gatekeeping in reinforcing systemic barriers, particularly those that compound the marginalization of DBA women. She is also interested in neuroscience, especially how chronic stress and social exclusion, often shaped by these very structures, affect the developing brain. Outside of research, she enjoys graphic design, video editing, and baking brownies.

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