Taeko Bourque

Ph.D. Candidate, Cognitive Science at Carleton University. 

Taeko is pursuing her PhD in Cognitive Science at Carleton University under the supervision of Dr. Jo-Anne LeFevre. Her current research focuses on bilingualism and its relation to mathematical cognition, and early numeracy and literacy skills. She is passionate about knowledge mobilization (KMb) and enjoys creating graphics to help simplify complex information and make it more accessible for all. Taeko actively supports equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives, through her work on various projects, committees, and networks.

KMb highlights

Operations Consultant:

AfriBCD

Co-Chair:

WiCSC+ Trainee

Knowledge Mobilization Specialist:

Observatoire Psycavi

Social Media & Communications Assistant

Carleton University, Department of Cognitive Science

Please note that the information provided here is a curated selection; a comprehensive CV is available upon reasonable request.

CV: highlights

  • Education

    2026 (expected) Ph.D. in Cognitive Science, Carleton University. Supervisor: Dr. Jo-Anne LeFevre

    2021 Master of Cognitive Science, Carleton University. Supervisor: Dr. Jim Davies . Thesis Title: Simulating Human Imagination: The Scaling and Placement of Objects in Procedural Generation of 3D Scenes

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  • Publications

    Cheung, P., Bourque, T., Ang, D., & Merkley, R. (2025). Early Number Acquisition in Bilingual Children. Cognitive Development, 73, 101541 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cogdev.2024.101541

    Wege, T. E., Bourque, T., Merkley, R., & Cheung, P. (in press). Thirty Years of the Give-N Task: A Systematic Review, Reflections, and Recommendations [Author Accepted manuscript]. Journal of Numerical Cognition. https://doi.org/10.23668/psycharchives.15823

    Susperreguy, M. I., Di Lonardo Burr, S. M., Xu, C., Douglas, H., Bourque, T., del Río, M.F., Salinas, V., LeFevre, J-A. (2024). The Role of Mathematical Vocabulary in the Development of Mathematical Skills for Spanish-speaking Students. Cognitive Development, 70, 101441

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  • Selected Awards

    2024/2025 Ontario Graduate Scholarship

    2023/2024 Derbyshire Graduate Scholarship in Cognitive Science

    2022/2023 Derbyshire Graduate Scholarship in Cognitive Science

    2021/2022 Hamlin Graduate Fellowship

    2021/2022 Cognitive Science Graduate Scholarship

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  • Specialized Training

    2022 Knowledge Mobilization Certificate, MobilizeU (York University)

    2022 Research Management Certificate, Trajectories (Carleton University)

    2022 Communications and Engagement Certificate, Trajectories (Carleton University)

    2022 Professional Writing Certificate, Trajectories (Carleton University)

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  • Conferences

    Bourque, T., *Xu, C., Simms, V., Skwarchuk, S. L., Osana, H. P., Maloney, E. A., LeFevre, J. A., & Wylie, J. (2024, June 26). A Cross-National Study of Math Language Learning. [Poster presentation]. Mathematical Cognition and Learning Society (MCLS) 2024, Washington, D.C.

    *Blumenthal, A., Bourque, T., Ezeugwu, C., Oyekola, A., Milosavljevic, B., Lloyd-Fox, S., Cook, C., Draper, C., Blanchette, I. (2024, April 13-16). African Brain and Cognitive Development (AfriBCD) Network: A step towards better representation of neurocognition research in Africa. [Lightning talk and poster presentation]. Cognitive Neuroscience Society (CNS) 2024 Annual Meeting, Toronto, ON, Canada.

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  • Other Presentations

    Bourque, T. (2024, February 12). Crafting Impactful Communication: A Workshop on Knowledge Mobilization and Infographics [Talk]. Pickering Centre for Human Development, Ottawa, ON, Canada.

    Bourque, T., Retanal, F., & Kahwaji, L. (2023, October 13). WiCSC+ Trainee presents “Resources for cognitive science trainees: networking, alt-ac jobs, and supporting neurodiverse students”. [Talk]. Ottawa University Cognitive Seminar, Zoom

    Bourque, T. (2022, September 21). Advancing Your Research: Impact of a Mitacs Accelerate Internship, Covidence, and Knowledge Mobilization Practices. [Talk]. Carleton Cognitive Science Colloquia Series, Hybrid Zoom.

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  • Guest Lectures

    Winter 2023, Carleton University

    Effective Poster Presentations (CGSC3908 - Honours Seminar in Cognitive Science)

    Neurodiversity (FYSM1607-A - Thinking and Knowing)

    Neuroscience (FYSM1607-A - Thinking and Knowing)

    Getting Involved in Research (FYSM1607-C - Thinking and Knowing)

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  • TEAM

    Affiliations

    2024 – present Co-Chair, Women in Cognitive Science-Canada Trainee Board (WiCSC+ Trainee)

    2024 – present Associate Member, Mathematical Cognition and Learning Society

    2023 – 2025 Head of Operations, African Brain and Cognitive Development (AfriBCD) network

    2023 – present Associate Departmental Representative, Canadian Society for Brain, Behaviour and Cognitive Science (CSBBCS)

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