Dr. Jiaying Zhao receives funding for decision science and behavioural insight research
A new UBC decision science and behavioural insight research cluster has formed to help build a sustainable future.
Pets of UBC Psych: Pretzel
Pretzel, a French Bulldog belonging to Dr. Andrew Rivers is an explorer.
Dr. Darko Odic and Dr. Eric Kim named Rising Stars by Association for Psychological Science
The APS Rising Star designation recognizes outstanding psychological scientists in the earliest stages of their research career.
Alex Yu receives 2019 Demetri Papageorgis Teaching Assistant Award
This award recognizes teaching assistants who make outstanding contributions to student education in the Department of Psychology.
Pets of UBC Psych: Gemina
Introducing this week’s Pets of UBC Psych: Gemina, a cat with many names.
Pets of UBC Psych: Deano
Ian with his furry friend Deano, a friendly 4 year old basenji mix.
Dr. Stan Floresco awarded 2019 Daniel H. Efron Research Award
Dr. Stan Floresco was recently awarded the 2019 Daniel H. Efron Research Award in recognition of outstanding basic research contributions to neuropsychopharmacology.
Pets of UBC Psych: Leela
Jason Flindell talks about his dog, Leela’s favourite toy—rocks.
Gamblers under the influence of alcohol place higher bets after losses
A new study from the Centre for Gambling Research at UBC examined the effects of alcohol on irrational decisions.
Can positive experiences help buffer the long-term health impacts of stress?
Starting a new study, Dr. Nancy Sin spoke to the Faculty of Arts about what her research involves and what impact she hopes to have.