UBC psychology researchers receive federal funding for research
UBC neuroscientists Liisa Galea and Jason Snyder receive funding from the Canadian Institute of Health Research Project Grant Spring 2020 competition.
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.
Janet Werker and collaborators receive CFI grant for language research
Language Sciences members receive Canada Foundation for Innovation John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) for language research.
SSHRC Insight Development Grants awarded to psychology researchers
Faculty from the department of psychology have received funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) as part of the 2019-20 SSHRC Insight Grant competition. Insight Development Grants support the development of new research questions, and experimentation with new methods, theoretical approaches or ideas. This funding allows our cognitive and social scientists to explore ideas […]
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.
Dr. Catherine Rawn appointed Provost Office Fellow in Online Learning
In this role, Dr. Rawn will support UBC-wide efforts to adapt teaching and learning during summer 2020 and through Academic Year 2020/21.
Promotion of Psychology Faculty Members
Congratulations to our faculty who were promoted or awarded tenure: Drs. Sunaina Assanand, Kiley Hamlin, Darko Odic, and Jason Snyder.
Dr. Samantha Dawson is ready to tackle important sexual health questions and make an impact
Samantha Dawson joins UBC Psychology as assistant professor in the clinical area. In a Q&A, she shares her research in the relatively unexplored area of sexual health.
Dr. Noah Silverberg makes the move from clinical neuropsychologist to clinical professor
UBC Psychology welcomes new faculty member, Dr. Noah Silverberg, as assistant professor in the clinical area. Dr. Silverberg joins us from UBC’s faculty of medicine and GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre.
Dr. Alan Kingstone receives Donald O. Hebb Distinguished Contribution Award
The Canadian Society for Brain, Behaviour and Cognitive Science has named Dr. Alan Kingstone the 2020 Donald O. Hebb Distinguished Contribution Award winner.