Cognitive Science

Introducing Your Brain, Your Mind, Your Future, an immersive summer experience

Introducing Your Brain, Your Mind, Your Future, an immersive summer experience

Your Brain, Your Mind, Your Future is a new VSP developed collaboratively by UBC Psychology and the Undergraduate Program in Neuroscience.

Dr. Jiaying Zhao receives 2025/26 Catalyzing Research Cluster Grant

Dr. Jiaying Zhao receives 2025/26 Catalyzing Research Cluster Grant

Dr. Jiaying Zhao and the Decision Insights for Business & Society received second year funding through the 2025/26 Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters.

The King Charles III Coronation Medal

Dr. Jiaying Zhao receives King Charles III Coronation Medal

Recipients of this honour have made a significant contribution to Canada or attained an outstanding achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada.

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Psychology researchers awarded the UBC Killam Faculty Research Prize

The UBC Killam Faculty Research Prize recognizes outstanding research and scholarly contributions.

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Nature is a bipartisan love affair—if we stick to the basics

Conservatives and liberals agree on more than you might think—at least when it comes to saving nature.

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The surprising reason some people can’t stand your fidgeting

New research sheds light on misokinesia, a common condition that can cause overwhelming distress for people when they see others fidget.

Dr. Todd Handy and research team receive inaugural Wall Research Award

Dr. Todd Handy and research team receive inaugural Wall Research Award

This funding supports scholarly programs that will generate meaningful solutions to major sustainability challenges in BC and around the world.

Congratulations to our Fall MA and PhD Graduates

Congratulations to our Fall MA and PhD Graduates

We thank you for your dedication, hard work, and the remarkable contributions you have made throughout your academic journey with us.

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.

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.