معرفی
Anthony F. Bogaert is a Professor in the Department of Health Sciences at Brock University, within the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences. He holds a PhD in Psychology from Western University (1993), followed by postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Toronto (Psychiatry) and Queen’s University (Psychology). His research primarily focuses on human sexuality, including sexual orientation, asexuality, and gender differences in desire. He has been a faculty member at Brock since 1996, teaching courses such as Health and Behaviour, Introduction to Human Sexuality, and Advanced Human Sexuality.
His research interests span biological, psychological, and sociological aspects of sexuality, with notable contributions to understanding the genetic and immunological underpinnings of sexual orientation. He is affiliated with organizations like the Canadian Sex Research Forum and the International Academy of Sex Research. His work has been recognized with awards including the Ira and Harriet Reiss Theory Award and Brock University’s Chancellor’s Chair for Research Excellence.
Dr. Bogaert’s publications address topics such as hormonal influences on sexual orientation, maternal immune responses, and the demography of asexuality. His research often integrates interdisciplinary methods, bridging psychology, biology, and sociology. He has authored influential works like the book Understanding Asexuality (2012), which explores theoretical and empirical dimensions of asexual identity.
- Awards: Research Excellence Award (Applied Health Sciences), Brock University Distinguished Research Award
- Teaching: Courses emphasize human sexuality, health behavior, and psychological theory.
- Grants and Funding: Supported by SSHRC and other research councils for projects on sexual orientation and biological mechanisms.
His work contributes to academic discourse on sexual diversity and informs policies and healthcare practices related to sexual minority populations. Collaborations with institutions worldwide further highlight his global impact in sexuality research.
