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.
How to reduce social media stress by leaning in instead of logging off
Research led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami examined the effects of quitting social media versus using it more intentionally.
Psychology PhD students receive 2024 Killam Doctoral Scholarships
Congratulations to Gabrielle Ibasco, Kiarah O’Kane, and Mathilde Rioux, who received 2024 Killam Doctoral Scholarships.
Seasonal change can affect people’s moods — and their moral values
In the Conversation Canada, Ian Hohm and Dr. Mark Schaller share how regular seasonal shifts in people’s moral values.
Graduate Student Spotlight: Q&A with Shayden Schofield-Lewis
Shayden Schofield-Lewis is a behavioural neuroscience PhD student conducting research under the supervision of Dr. Stan Floresco.
Supporting research excellence: UBC Psychology researchers receive federal funding
Congratulations to UBC Psychology researchers who received funding from the SSHRC 2024 Insight Grants and Insight Development Grants.
Psychology undergraduate students recognized for research excellence
Three UBC Psychology Honours students were recognized with the Laureates of the CPA 2024 Certificate of Academic Excellence award.
Tackling poverty: Dr. Jiaying Zhao’s passion for equality
In a Q&A Dr. Zhao shares the personal motivation behind her research and how behavioural science can reduce poverty.
Dr. Veronica Dudarev receives prestigious BBRF Young Investigator Grant
Dr. Dudarev will use this support towards her research project ‘Diverse Minds: Exploring Cognitive Subtypes and Social Anxiety in Autism.’
People’s moral values change with the seasons
New UBC Psychology research reveals seasonality in people’s moral values, which has potential implications for politics, law and health—including the timing of elections and court cases.