Dr. Cindy Lustig

Biography

Cindy Lustig is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Michigan, where she also serves as the Director of the STAR Scholars Program. Her research primarily explores the intersections of aging, cognition, and cognitive neuroscience. Through neuroimaging and behavioral testing, she investigates how older adults' brains respond to tasks requiring controlled attention, particularly in the context of age-related changes in brain structure and attentional control. Lustig has published extensively on the topic of cognitive aging, including significant findings about the brain's adaptability with age and how attentional processes differ between older and younger adults. Her work contributes to a deeper understanding of age differences in attention and memory, alongside the impacts these differences have on older adults' perceptions of time. Lustig has garnered media attention for her insights into aging and cognitive skills, stressing the importance of recognizing the capabilities and challenges faced by older populations.

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