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UBC Psychology faculty members share insights in TED Talks

UBC Psychology faculty members share insights in TED Talks

Over the years, UBC Psychology faculty have taken to the TED Talks stage to share groundbreaking insights that challenge conventional wisdom.

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How to reduce social media stress by leaning in instead of logging off

Research led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami examined the effects of quitting social media versus using it more intentionally.

Receiving the Early Research Award was “a true game changer” for Zaina Alkurdi

Receiving the Early Research Award was “a true game changer” for Zaina Alkurdi

Zaina Alkurdi shares how the Psychology Inclusive Excellence Fund ensures students have equitable access to research opportunities.

Psychology PhD students receive 2024 Killam Doctoral Scholarships

Psychology PhD students receive 2024 Killam Doctoral Scholarships

Congratulations to Gabrielle Ibasco, Kiarah O’Kane, and Mathilde Rioux, who received 2024 Killam Doctoral Scholarships.

Dr. Catharine Rankin receives Pavlovian Society’s Gantt Medal

Dr. Catharine Rankin receives Pavlovian Society’s Gantt Medal

The Gantt Medal is awarded to individuals who have made distinguished contributions to the fields of psychology.

Graduate Student Spotlight: Q&A with Shayden Schofield-Lewis

Graduate Student Spotlight: Q&A with Shayden Schofield-Lewis

Shayden Schofield-Lewis is a behavioural neuroscience PhD student conducting research under the supervision of Dr. Stan Floresco.

Dr. Friedrich Götz receives SAGE Emerging Scholar Award

Dr. Friedrich Götz receives SAGE Emerging Scholar Award

The SPSP SAGE Emerging Scholar Award recognizes outstanding achievements by early-career PhD scholars in social and personality psychology.

Supporting research excellence: UBC Psychology researchers receive federal funding

Supporting research excellence: UBC Psychology researchers receive federal funding

Congratulations to UBC Psychology researchers who received funding from the SSHRC 2024 Insight Grants and Insight Development Grants.

Psychology undergraduate students recognized for research excellence

Psychology undergraduate students recognized for research excellence

Three UBC Psychology Honours students were recognized with the Laureates of the CPA 2024 Certificate of Academic Excellence award.

PSYC 240 offers hands-on research experience for course credit

PSYC 240 offers hands-on research experience for course credit

Dr. Darko Odic shares how the PSYC240 course makes research opportunities more accessible to students.