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Nature vs. nurture beliefs are still holding women back in STEM

New research offers insights into the persistent belief that men and women are “naturally” interested in different kinds of work.

Dr. Nancy Sin named 2025 Gerontological Society of America Fellow

Dr. Nancy Sin named 2025 Gerontological Society of America Fellow

Fellow status is peer recognition for outstanding contributions to the field of gerontology.

Dr. Nancy Sin honoured with Distinguished Alumni Award

Dr. Nancy Sin honoured with Distinguished Alumni Award

This award recognizes UCR Psychology alumni who have made significant contributions to society.

Welcome to Assistant Professor Dr. Rosie Shrout

Welcome to Assistant Professor Dr. Rosie Shrout

We’re excited to welcome social-health psychologist Dr. Rosie Shrout to the UBC Psychology community.

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How a lottery-style refund system could boost recycling

In a recent Conversation Canada article, doctoral psychology student Jade Radke and psychology professor Dr. Jiaying Zhao explore how a lottery-based refund system could increase recycling participation.

UBC Psychology faculty receive federal funding to advance their research

UBC Psychology faculty receive federal funding to advance their research

UBC Psychology researchers received federal funding to support their research.

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How lottery-style bottle returns could transform recycling

The researchers estimate that this approach could reduce greenhouse gas emissions equal to taking one million cars off the road each year.

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Alumni Spotlight: From psychology to acting – Jake Guy’s unconventional path

Before landing roles in productions like Supernatural, Jake Guy was studying the science of human behaviour at UBC.

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Meet our graduates: Voices from the Class of 2025

Join us in congratulating the class of 2025! Read exclusive interviews with some of our brightest graduates and their experiences at UBC.

Class of 2025: Meet our graduating MA and PhD students

Class of 2025: Meet our graduating MA and PhD students

Join us in congratulating our masters and doctoral student graduates crossing the stage this spring.