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Dr. Sushma Kumari

Lecturer
Dr Sushma Kumari is a highly dedicated and accomplished professional in the field of psychology, with a focus on cognitive psychology. With a PhD (2019) from Banaras Hindu University, one of India’s top research institutes, and extensive experience in both academic and applied settings, Dr Kumari brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work.

Overview

Dr Sushma Kumari is a highly dedicated and accomplished professional in the field of psychology, with a focus on cognitive psychology. With a PhD (2019) from Banaras Hindu University, one of India’s top research institutes, and extensive experience in both academic and applied settings, Dr Kumari brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work.

Through her doctoral research and subsequent projects, she has significantly advanced our understanding of how emotions influence our ability to remember to perform actions in the future. Dr Sushma Kumari has received a Senior Research Fellowship from the Government of India for her distinguished contributions to the field of psychology.

Dr Kumari’s professional journey includes roles as a Scientist at the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), where she played a crucial role in the psychological assessment of Indian Armed Personnel. Her experience also extends to academia, having served as an Assistant Professor at AMITY University of Behaviour and Allied Sciences and Banaras Hindu University.

In addition to her academic and research pursuits, Dr Kumari is a sought-after speaker and has presented her work at numerous international conferences and seminars. She has received prestigious awards and recognition for her contributions to the field, including being selected as an “Emerging Psychologist” at the 31st International Congress of Psychology and receiving travel grants and invitations to participate in prominent conferences worldwide.

Dr Kumari’s commitment to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration is evident through her involvement in various projects and workshops, both nationally and internationally. She possesses advanced statistical and research skills, including proficiency in IBM SPSS Statistics, R Programming, and EEG/fMRI data analysis.

Beyond her academic and research achievements, Dr Kumari is known for her strong interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, and commitment to mentorship. She has demonstrated resilience and adaptability in her professional journey, effectively navigating diverse cultural and organisational contexts.

Fluent in multiple languages, including Hindi, English, and Bengali, Dr Kumari is adept at building rapport and communicating effectively across diverse audiences. Her passion for psychology, coupled with her dedication to advancing knowledge in the field, makes her a valuable asset to any academic or research institution.

In summary, Dr Sushma Kumari is a dynamic and accomplished professional with a proven track record of excellence in psychology. Her combination of academic expertise, research contributions, and interpersonal skills positions her as a leader in her field, poised to make significant contributions to the advancement of psychological science.

Areas of expertise

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Body Language skills
  • Criminal Profiling
  • Cross-cultural studies
  • Neuroscience
  • Human and Machine interaction
  • Artificial intelligence

Research interests

  • Psychology
  • Behaviour analysis
  • Personality profiling
  • Criminal Profiling
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cybercrime
  • Neuroscience

Publications

  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2015).Affect and the planning, prioritization, and execution of prospective tasks, Psybernews: International Psychology Research Journal
  • Kumari,S.,&Singh,T(2017).Effect of emotional valance and cognitive load on prospective memory, Indian Journal of Social Sciences Research
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2017). Affect and Prospective Memory: Role of mood state and cue type on prospective memory task performance simulated through a virtual week game, Psychological studies
  • Kumari, S (2024). Exploring the influence of emotional states and cognitive load on prospective memory task performance, Scientific journal of Machine and human interaction

Conferences, Talks, and Speaking Engagements

  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2017): Investigating the effect of affective states on prospective memory task performance under naturalistic, laboratory and virtual settings. Accepted to be presented at the second biennial International Convention of Psychological Science (ICPS), 23-25 March 2017 at the Austria Center Vienna in Vienna, Austria
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2016). Prospective Memory Performance in a Simulated Virtual Week Game: Examining the role of Affect and Cue Type. 3rd Annual Conference of the Association for Cognitive Science, hosted by IIT Gandhinagar, India, 3rd – 5th October, 2016
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2016). Sense of agency and prospective memory. 31st International Congress of Psychology (ICP, 2016), Yokohama, Japan, 24-29, July, 2016
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2016). Emotional influences on prospective memory: Investigating the role of cognitive load during the task. 4th International Conference on Recent Advances in Cognition and Health (ICRACH), hosted by Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, February 6-8, 2016
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2016). Affect and Prospective Memory: Role of mood state and cue type on prospective memory task performance simulated through a virtual week game. 25th Silver Jubilee convention of National Academy of Psychology (NAOP) 2015-16, February 2-5, 2016
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2015). Prospective planning and execution of steps improves complex surgical performance: A theoretical review. 1st International Conference of Indian Academy of Health Psychology (ICIAHP 2015), Department of Psychology, University of Jammu, Jammu, December 6-8, 2015.
  • Singh, T., Majumdaar, I., & Kumari, S (2015). Affect of childhood emotional abuse and neglect on fear of intimacy and depression among young adults. 1st International Conference of Indian Academy of Health Psychology (ICIAHP 2015), Department of Psychology, University of Jammu, Jammu, December 6-8, 2015
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T (2015). Effect of emotional valance and cognitive load on prospective memory. Ist International Convention of Psychological Science (ICPS), under the auspices of Association for Psychological Science (APS), Amsterdam, The Netherlands, March 12-14, 2015
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T. (2014).Affective Influences on Prospective Memory. Ist Annual Conference of The Association for Cognitive Sciences (ACS), Indian International Centre, New Delhi, March 3-5, 2014
  • Kumari, S., & Singh, T. (2014). Affect and prospective memory. IInd International Conference on Recent Advances in Cognition and Health (ICRACH), hosted by Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, January 23-25, 2014

Affiliations

  • The British Psychological Society, United Kingdom International Affiliate
  • American Psychological Association, United States of America International Affiliate
  • Association for Psychological Science, United States of America International Affiliate
  • National Academy of Psychology, India Administrative Assistant, The Executive Committee

Research Experience

  • Statistical Analysis
  • IBM SPSS Statistics IBM SPSS Amos
  • Factor SmartPLS · R Programming WarpPLS
  • G*Power Microsoft Excel · Jamovi Stats Tool Package
  • Scientometric/ Bibliometric Analysis
  • VosViewer Publish or Perish
  • Reference Management
  • Endnote Zotero · Mendeley JabRef
  • Intermediate knowledge of using EEG/fMRI device (ActiChamp)

Awards and Honors

  • Emerging Psychologist (International Congress of Psychology, Japan)
  • Scientist (Defence Research and development Organisation, India)