Andreas Hergovich

Andreas Hergovich is an Associate Professor in the Department of Occupational, Economic and Social Psychology within the Faculty of Psychology. His research focuses on cognitive psychology, social psychology, and paranormal beliefs, exploring topics such as perception, emotional processing, critical thinking, and the psychological underpinnings of belief systems. He has published extensively on humor, risk-taking, and the interplay between belief systems and cognitive processes.

His research interests prominently feature studies on paranormal phenomena, including the cognitive and emotional mechanisms behind belief systems. He also investigates the effects of social cues on perception and the role of intelligence in processing complex stimuli like black humor. Hergovich has contributed to debates on science philosophy, environmental interaction, and interdisciplinary research paradigms.

• Key Awards: 2nd Prize at the Poster Awards of the 15th Congress of the European Association of Personality Psychology (2010).
• Activities: Engaged in academic talks on topics like 'Existence of Paranormal Phenomena' and 'Advertising and Male Commitment.'
• Publications: Over 80 works, including books on general psychology and peer-reviewed articles analyzing cognitive processes and belief systems.

Hergovich’s work bridges empirical psychology with societal issues, addressing topics such as gender equality paradoxes, the impact of exotic pets on personality, and the role of dogs in social training programs. His research emphasizes critical thinking and the scientific evaluation of phenomena often dismissed as non-empirical.