Her research investigates how different senses interact to influence a wide range of perceptual and cognitive states, as well as the role of social and emotional factors in mediating these states. She is particularly interested in art perception, with recent publications exploring how individual differences in cognitive capacities such as working memory shape visual art preferences, and work exploring the social and epistemic values of art engagement. Dr. Sherman’s interdisciplinary research program is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Science Foundation.