We study how humans process text and why reading differs across individuals.

Welcome to the Reading, Eye-movements, Attention and Digital Interfaces Lab!

READ-lab is led by Dr, Nilsu Atilgan

We are a research group in the Department of Psychology at Bilkent University dedicated to understanding how humans read.

Make reading accessible for all

Our work investigates the sensory and cognitive mechanisms that support reading, as well as the constraints that can make it challenging for some individuals.

We aim to make reading accessible for all. To do this, we study both the fundamental science of reading and its applied implications, exploring adaptive strategies for digital text and other real-world reading environments.

 Our research bridges basic and applied perspectives, combining methods such as behavioral experiments and eye tracking to gain a deeper understanding of how reading unfolds in the brain and in daily life.

Our mission

Generating knowledge that advances both science and society. We are committed to rigorous, inclusive, and innovative research that supports individuals of all ages and abilities in accessing and enjoying reading.

JOIN THE LAB

We are always looking for motivated team members at all levels