Cognitive Academia Lab (Bilişsel Akademi Laboratuvarı, B.A.L.) is a research and education center established in 2019 at MEF University. At B.A.L., we examine the academic, cognitive, and language development of infants and children. In our research, we also focus on how individual (infant/child-related) and environmental (family, school, and neighborhood) factors play a role in development. In addition, in the light of scientific research, we carry out social responsibility projects and organize various events for children, families, educators, and researchers.