Maricel Schuler | University of Kentucky College of Arts & Sciences

Maricel Schuler

Cognitive Neuroscience Graduate Student

I am a member of the Cognition, Health, and Sleep Equity (CHaSE) Lab, led by Dr. Lauren Whitehurst. At CHaSE Lab, we conduct onsite experimental sleep studies using polysomnographic recordings to examine sleep physiology. Additionally, we track naturalistic sleep and circadian behavior patterns through ambulatory sleep devices and online sleep diaries. My research focuses on the effects of circulating menstrual cycle sex hormones on sleep patterns in reproductive-age women and investigates how circadian rhythm timing influences hormone release and daily sleep behaviors.

Contact Information

maricel.schuler@uky.edu

1509 Bull Lea Road Ste. 400

Education

BS in Psychology, University of Kentucky, 2023

Research Interests

Sleep and Circadian Rhythms
Human sleep
Menstrual Cycle and Hormone Effects
Etiology of drug and alcohol abuse
psychophysiology
EEG/ERP

Affiliations

Psychology
Cognitive Neuroscience
Kentucky Psychological Association
Sleep Research Society
American Psychological Association

Cognition, Health, and Sleep Equity (CHaSE) Lab Website

Fellowships

UNITE Predoctroal Research Enhancement Program, 2024- current

Lyman T. Johnson Fellow, 2023 - current

Current Research Participation Opportunities

We are currently recruiting participants for a sleep study examining the relationship between sex hormones and alcohol use. To learn more about the study or to apply to participate, please visit the CHaSE Lab website through the link on my page!

Undergraduate Student Opportunities

The CHaSE Lab is supported by a dedicated team of undergraduate students from multiple academic institutions, including the University of Kentucky, Transylvania University, and Midway University. We are committed to fostering the development of our research assistants by encouraging them to explore their personal research interests and equipping them with valuable skills to support their professional growth as future scientists. To learn more about our research assistant program or to apply for a position, please visit the CHaSE Lab website through the link on my page!