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Immersive learning is changing the way psychology students learn about the brain

Immersive learning is changing the way psychology students learn about the brain

UBC psychology students are taking a 3D tour of the brain using HoloBrain webVR technology.

500 babies: A new study explores social development from birth to age three

500 babies: A new study explores social development from birth to age three

The Centre for Infant Cognition is embarking on an ambitious new study to further understand babies’ social and moral development.

Dr. Peter Suedfeld invested into the Order of Canada

Dr. Peter Suedfeld invested into the Order of Canada

Dr. Suedfeld was invested as an Officer of the Order of Canada for his groundbreaking research on the psychological impacts of extreme environments.

How can we address gender bias in our work and educational culture?

How can we address gender bias in our work and educational culture?

Dr. Toni Schmader, who is featured in UBC’s campaign latest campaign, is working to find out.

The human behind ubc.ca: Alumni profile with Adrian Liem

The human behind ubc.ca: Alumni profile with Adrian Liem

The UBC psychology alumni uses his knowledge of psychology to better understand how humans interact with UBC’s website.

2020 Maclean’s program rankings: UBC Psychology first in Canada

2020 Maclean’s program rankings: UBC Psychology first in Canada

Based on the strength of our research and reputation, the department has reached the distinction of being first in Canada for the fifth year in a row.

How to make carbon pricing more palatable to air travellers

How to make carbon pricing more palatable to air travellers

Travellers are willing to pay a little more for flights if they know the extra money will be used to address carbon emissions, new research shows.

Dr. Kenneth Craig recognized among new Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

Dr. Kenneth Craig recognized among new Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

Induction into the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences is one of the highest honours within Canada’s academic community.

Dr. Liisa Galea and collaborators awarded a Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Award

Dr. Liisa Galea and collaborators awarded a Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Award

Congratulations to Dr. Liisa Galea and colleagues for receiving the MSFHR Convening & Collaborating (C2) research award.

Jason Rights

Finding data fun: Q&A with Dr. Jason Rights

Dr. Jason Rights joined the department as Assistant Professor in the Quantitative Methods area on July 1.