Hey, so glad you're here
I'm Dr. Jasmine Lee, an Assistant Professor in Psychology specializing in face recognition and self-perception research. Based in Malaysia at a UK university branch campus, I explore how we recognize our own faces and how modern digital technologies reshape our relationship with our appearance.
About Me.
My research centers on face perception and experimental psychology, with a particular focus on self-face recognition and its psychological implications. I'm an early career researcher motivated by curiosity about how self-perception influences individual wellbeing, particularly among youth. Using eye-tracking and behavioral experimental methods, I investigate how we recognize and process our own faces—turning to data to find answers to questions I'm personally grappling with (so I'm only partially joking when I explain my work as 'me-search').
What really drives my work is exploring how modern technologies, particularly social media and digital appearance modification tools, are reshaping our relationship with our own appearance. I'm fascinated by appearance satisfaction mechanisms—understanding both the risk factors like appearance comparison and protective factors like self-compassion that influence how we see ourselves.
My research has recently expanded into exciting new territories, including the influence of nature-induced awe on psychological well-being and the role of intellectual humility in how we process information about ourselves and others. I'm particularly interested in how these factors intersect with our digital interactions and self-perception.
As a lecturer, I teach undergraduate psychology modules across Years 1-3, covering everything from foundational concepts to advanced research methods. What I love most about teaching is making complex psychological concepts accessible and relevant to students' everyday experiences. I also serve as the Placement Coordinator for our Psychology and Clinical Language Science section, helping students bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application. There's nothing more rewarding than watching students discover their passion and find their path in psychology.
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​I'm also passionate about science communication, regularly writing articles for LinkedIn and engaging with the broader community about psychology research. I created the FaceSci Pod—an innovative podcast assessment platform where my students produce amazing episodes that showcase how face perception theory meets real-world curiosity! You can listen to these student podcasts in the FaceSci Pod section.
About 'Between The Eyes'
"Between the Eyes" represents more than just a website name—it captures the essence of my research philosophy. In face recognition studies, we've discovered that people naturally fixate between the eyes when processing faces, as this location provides optimal access to the information we need for recognition. It's literally where we look to truly "see" someone.
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For me, this concept extends beyond the laboratory. "Between the Eyes" symbolizes looking deeper than surface appearances to understand the psychological mechanisms that shape how we perceive ourselves and others. It's about finding that sweet spot between scientific rigor and human understanding—where empirical research meets real-world impact.
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This space reflects my commitment to bridging academic research with practical applications, whether through innovative teaching methods like student podcasts, cross-cultural investigations, or exploring how digital technologies are reshaping our relationship with our own faces. It's where curiosity meets methodology, and where individual differences are celebrated rather than overlooked.
Let's Connect
Whether you're a student looking for guidance, a fellow researcher interested in collaboration, or just someone curious about the psychology of face recognition, I'd love to connect. Feel free to reach out—I'm always up for a good conversation about psychology, research, or the fascinating ways our minds work.
j.k.lee@reading.edu.my
jasminelkw29@gmail.com