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Christopher Hertzog is a Professor of Psychology at the Georgia Institute of Technology's School of Psychology. He holds degrees from the University of Southern California, including an A.B. (1973), A.M. (1977), and Ph.D. (1979) in Psychology. His research focuses on aging, cognitive processes, and memory, with a particular emphasis on metacognition and interventions for older adults. He has received numerous accolades, including Fellowship in the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Gerontological Society of America, and served as APA Division 20 President (2007-2008). His recent work explores memory stereotypes, stress reactivity, and the impact of digitization on aging populations.
Education
- 1973: A.B. in Psychology, University of Southern California
- 1977: A.M. in Psychology, University of Southern California
- 1979: Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Southern California
Awards
- Fellow, APA Divisions 3, 5, and 20
- Fellow, Gerontological Society of America
- 2011 Baltes Distinguished Research Contribution Award
- 2014 Distinguished Research Contribution Award, ISSBD
His research investigates memory interventions, aging stereotypes, and the neurobiological correlates of cognition. Recent studies highlight the efficacy of metacognitive training and the role of cortisol in stress responses. He has authored over 200 articles, with a focus on translational research to improve cognitive health in aging populations.
