Welcome to the online home of the Social Metacognition Lab at the University at Buffalo.
Under the supervision of Ken DeMarree, we study a variety of metacognitive factors that influence social judgment.
Recent News
- Kama Muta Paper Selected “Editor’s Choice”Our recent paper, “High-quality listening and Kama Muta among listeners and speakers” (Saluk, Janam, Itzchakov, DeMarree, & Venezia, 2025), published in Emotion, was selected as an “Editor’s Choice.” From the announcement: “Editor’s Choice papers represent the best science in each area of our discipline, reflecting science that is exceptionally important, impactful, and deserves additional visibility … Read more
- The Last Show with David CooperDr. Kenneth DeMarree was featured on the July 23, 2025 episode of The Last Show with David Cooper. Watch this YouTube video to learn about what happens when you really listen.
- UB News article about Kama Muta studyKama Muta is an emotional episode that produces physiological, cognitive and behavioral changes — such as a buoyant sense of warmth, closeness, a lump in the throat or goosebumps — that contribute to fostering bonds and enriching experiences. “High-quality listening allows us to go deeper in a conversation, which can lead to a greater degree … Read more