Steven Barnes

Dr. Steven J. Barnes is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia, within the Faculty of Arts. He holds a MA (2000) and PhD (2004) in Behavioral Neuroscience from UBC. His roles include deputy co-lead of the Collaborative RESearch Team for Bipolar Disorder (CREST.BD) and founder of the Undergraduate Program in Neuroscience.

Research focuses on online learning technologies (e.g., Tapestry Project), bipolar disorder, student mental health, and science communication. Notable contributions include co-authoring Biopsychology (Pearson) and developing participatory digital health tools. Barnes is a 3M National Teaching Fellow (2019) and recipient of the Killam Teaching Prize (2016).

His work bridges academia and art: producing stop-motion animations, digital art, and oil paintings while advocating for student well-being and evidence-based mental health strategies.

• Awards: CIHR Gold Leaf Prize (2019), Robert E. Knox Teaching Award (2010, 2012)
• Labs/Teams: CREST.BD, Tapestry Project, TYDE Project