Nigel Holt

Nigel Holt is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Aberystwyth University. He joined the department in September 2012 as a Senior Lecturer after a research fellowship at the University of Reading and industry experience. His academic credentials include a BSc (Hons) from Reading and a PhD from York.

Research Interests
Nigel's work explores the relationship between sound and cognition, including memory, concentration, and performance. Additional interests span time perception, transport psychology, and behavioral interventions in autism. His research also addresses mental wellbeing through fermented foods, anxiety's neurological effects, and risk-taking in socio-economic contexts.

Scientific Impact
With over 49 research outputs, Nigel contributes to psychology textbooks and applied studies in autism, aging, and auditory safety. He collaborates internationally and leads projects funded by Innovate UK, focusing on fermented food's cognitive benefits and brain health.

Media Engagement
His findings on personality disorders, risk behavior, and health topics have been featured in 21 media outlets, including policy papers on antimicrobial resistance and public discussions about tea cultivation.