Bertolt Meyer

Prof. Dr. Bertolt Meyer is a Full Professor (W3) at Chemnitz University of Technology, where he leads research in the Department of Psychology within the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences. His team includes Dr. Maximilian Bretschneider, Dr. Carolin Dietz, Dr. Dominik Dilba, Dr. Monique Mohr, and Susen Schumann.

Education background:

• 1998-2003: Psychology studies at Hamburg University and Humboldt University Berlin
• 2004-2008: PhD at Humboldt University Berlin (summa cum laude)
• 2005: Research visit at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology
• 2007-2011: Postdoc at University of Zurich
• 2011-2014: Senior Researcher at University of Zurich

Meyer's research focuses on organizational and social psychology, with emphasis on:

• Diversity and Stereotypes: Examining how physical differences and bionics influence perceptions
• Team Dynamics: Investigating faultlines, subgroup formation, and information processing
• Leadership: Analyzing micro-level behaviors using sensor-based measurements
• Workplace Well-being: Studying psychological empowerment and relationship quality

His recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on team diversity mechanisms, leadership micro-behaviors, and inclusion processes. Research frequently employs innovative methodologies including sensor technology, meta-analyses, and cross-disciplinary approaches bridging management theory with social psychology.

Meyer leads an active research team and serves as Associate Editor for Small Group Research and Frontiers in Psychology (Organizational Psychology section). Office hours are held weekly during semesters at Wilhelm-Raabe-Straße 43.