August 26, 2024 Why children can’t pay attention to the task at hand A new study co-authored by professor Vladimir Sloutsky brings scientists closer to understanding why children "over-explore." https://news.osu.edu/why-children-cant-pay-attention-to-the-task-at-hand Filed in: Faculty and Staff Research Feature Media Appearance Related Stories Oct 15, 2026 Ohio State mentorship program receives support from LeBron James Family Foundation Sep 30, 2026 New journal issue addresses undergraduate research funding cuts Sep 22, 2026 Staff Spotlight: Renee Alexander