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Prof. Carsten de Dreu is a distinguished academic at the University of Groningen, holding a professorship in the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences within the Department of Sociology. His research focuses on the mechanisms and functions of cooperation, creativity, and conflict within and between groups, employing interdisciplinary approaches across behavioral sciences, economics, and evolutionary biology. He currently serves as a Board Member of NWO (Domein SGW) and a Research Affiliate at the German Primate Center and the University of Amsterdam’s Institute for Advanced Study. Notable awards include the Humboldt Research Prize (2024) and the Spinoza Award (2018). De Dreu’s work spans experimental psychology, agent-based simulations, and meta-analyses, addressing topics such as oxytocin’s role in social behavior, intergroup conflict dynamics, and creativity’s neurocognitive foundations. His recent contributions include the book *On Saints and Soldiers* (2025) and studies on the 'nasty neighbor effect' (Science, 2024). He has advised students like Luuk Snijder and Laura Hoenig, and his research is widely published in top journals such as *Nature* and *Science*. His affiliations include visiting professorships at Sapienza University of Rome and the University of Oxford, reflecting his global academic impact.
Education and Career: De Dreu earned his PhD in Social Psychology from the University of Groningen (1993) and has held professorial roles at Leiden University and the University of Amsterdam. His research bridges evolutionary theory with contemporary social dilemmas, emphasizing the interplay between biological and social systems. Key areas include decision-making under conflict, neuroendocrine influences on cooperation, and the cognitive underpinnings of creativity. His recent projects explore how oxytocin modulates trust and aggression, as well as the neural synchronization between leaders and followers during intergroup conflicts.
Awards and Recognition: His accolades highlight his leadership in social psychology, including the William A. Owens Scholarly Achievement Award (2014) and Kurt Lewin Medal (2014). De Dreu’s work frequently addresses applied challenges like environmental stress and resource inequality, contributing to policy-relevant insights on conflict mitigation and cooperation enhancement.
