Bridging science and policy: UBC scientists are building relationships with Canada’s political leaders
Dr. Jiaying Zhao was one of the 28 Canada Research Chairs who met with members of Parliament, Senators, and staff over two days in Ottawa.
Young children prefer to learn from people who are consistently accurate and confident
New research by Dr. Susan Birch shows young children show some impressive skills when it comes to identifying poor sources of information.
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.
New study could shed additional light on the effects of hoarding
Having too much clutter in your home can lead to stress and the feeling of being overwhelmed. For some, it’s a very real and serious problem.
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.
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.
Climate explained: Why are climate change skeptics often right-wing conservatives?
UBC Psychology researchers on why climate change skeptics are often right-wing conservatives and what is driving the partisan divide.
Taking the pill as a teenager may have long-lasting effect on depression risk
Dr. Christine Anderl and Dr. Frances Chen write about their latest research in the Conversation Canada.
Teen birth control use linked to depression risk in adulthood
Women who used oral contraceptives during adolescence are more likely to develop depression as adults, suggests new research from UBC Psychology.