Benjamin Nagengast

Benjamin Nagengast is Professor of Educational Psychology and Deputy Director of the Hector Institute for Empirical Educational Research at the University of Tübingen. His work focuses on educational psychology, quantitative research methods, and motivation theory, with a particular emphasis on academic self-concept, intervention programs, and causal analysis in educational settings. He previously served as co-director of the LEAD Graduate School & Research Network and head of the LEADing Research Center until June 2022.

His research spans topics including:

• Educational effectiveness and policy evaluation
• Motivational dynamics and value-belief interactions
• Multilevel modeling of educational outcomes
• Personality-achievement correlations
• Longitudinal studies of developmental trajectories

While not explicitly listing scientific awards, his publications highlight methodological innovations and large-scale empirical studies. He mentors students through collaborative research projects, though individual advisees aren't named. His work frequently appears in top journals like Psychological Science and Journal of Educational Psychology, with recent articles examining detracking effects, twin comparison processes, and the interplay between self-concept and achievement. He maintains active collaborations with institutions like the University of Oxford and University of Jena.