SSHRC invests in UBC Psychology Doctoral Research
Mikayla Pachkowski and Jessica Stewart were awarded 2019 Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Doctoral Fellowships.
New research: People react better to both negative and positive events with more sleep
The study, led by UBC health psychologist Nancy Sin, looks at how sleep affects our reaction to both stressful and positive events in daily life.
Advancing science, addressing health priorities, and improving the health of British Columbian
The Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR) has named UBC health psychologists Eric Kim and Nancy Sin 2020 Scholar award recipients.
Psychology of adult development and aging: Dr. Eric Kim recognized with early career award
Eric Kim joins UBC Psychology as assistant professor in the health area. In a Q&A, he shares his research and how he is trying to inspire the re-imagining of the last third of life to be more fulfilling.
New UBC Psychology study reveals older adults coped with pandemic best
Adults aged 60 and up have fared better emotionally compared to younger adults and middle-aged adults amid the COVID-19 pandemic
UBC health psychologists launch global research project to study the psychological impact of COVID-19
Dr. Anita Delongis and Dr. Nancy Sin want to know how people are coping with the Coronavirus disease pandemic.
Past, present and future: The social implications of DIY DNA kits
As the global genetic testing market expands, researchers in the department of psychology are exploring the psychological and social implications of these tests.
Smelling your lover’s shirt could improve your sleep
New research from PhD Student Marlise Hofer and and Associate Professor Frances Chen suggests that the scent of a romantic partner can improve sleep.
Two psychology researchers receive UBC Killam Research Fellowships
Congratulations to Dr. Frances Chen and Dr. Kristin Laurin, who have been recognized for their exceptional contributions to research.
UBC Psychology researchers awarded $3.6M in CIHR funding
UBC Psychology is home to the newest recipients of funding from the Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR).