Paulina Kulesz, Ph.D. is an Associate Research Professor in the Department of Psychology and at the Texas Institute for Measurement, Evaluation, and Statistics (TIMES) at the University of Houston. She holds a Ph.D. in Neuroscience and an M.S. in Statistics and Data Science from the University of Houston. Kulesz has served as co-Principal Investigator and Co-Investigator on multiple federally funded research projects.

Kulesz’s work sits at the intersection of neuroscience, educational psychology, and advanced quantitative methods. She specializes in applying cutting-edge statistical techniques, including machine learning and latent variable modeling, to address complex questions in education and cognitive science. Her research uncovers intricate data patterns and translates them into actionable insights, fostering innovation across disciplines. Committed to advancing the frontiers of data-driven research, Kulesz leverages statistical science to enhance multidisciplinary educational outcomes, inform policy, and accelerate scientific discovery.