Heiko Maurer
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Heiko Maurer’s research lies at the intersection of cognitive psychology and motor control, with a particular focus on how effort and environmental constraints shape voluntary task selection. His most-cited work, “The self-organized task switching paradigm: Movement effort matters” (2021, 4 citations), introduces a novel experimental framework that reveals how physical movement costs—such as waiting for a repetition-related stimulus—can bias individuals toward switching tasks, even when repetition might be cognitively easier. This contribution challenges traditional views of voluntary task switching by highlighting the often-overlooked role of bodily effort in decision-making. Maurer’s work bridges gaps between embodied cognition and executive function, offering fresh insights into how humans balance cognitive demands with physical costs in real-world multitasking. Though early in his career, his paradigm has already sparked interest among researchers studying adaptive behavior, attention, and human performance. By demonstrating that even subtle movement demands can reshape our choices, Maurer opens new avenues for understanding the interplay between mind and body in everyday task management.
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- 1The self-organized task switching paradigm: Movement effort matters4 citations · 2021