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Daphna Motro is an Associate Professor in the Department of Management and Entrepreneurship at Hofstra University's School of Business. She holds a PhD in Management & Organizations from the University of Arizona and a BA in Cognitive Science with highest distinction from the University of Virginia. Her academic work bridges behavioral science, organizational behavior, and ethics.
- PhD, Management & Organizations – University of Arizona
- BA, Cognitive Science (Highest Distinction) – University of Virginia
Dr. Motro’s research centers on emotions in organizational contexts, particularly how emotional experiences and expressions affect motivation, leadership, ethical behavior, and performance evaluations. She investigates how demographic factors such as gender and race shape emotional dynamics in the workplace. Her methodological approach incorporates modern technologies like eye-tracking and facial recognition software to capture subtle emotional responses.
Her recent publications span top journals including the Journal of Applied Psychology, Journal of Business Ethics, and Journal of Experimental Social Psychology. The themes across her work reveal a strong focus on behavioral ethics, emotional regulation, bias in evaluation, and affective influences on decision-making. Her research has been featured in high-impact outlets such as Harvard Business Review and MIT Sloan Management Review, indicating broad relevance beyond academia.
Dr. Motro teaches graduate and undergraduate courses such as Organizational Behavior and Compliance, Ethics, and Sustainability. She emphasizes interactive, research-informed pedagogy to engage students in contemporary organizational challenges.
While no specific scientific awards or student advisees are listed in the profile, her publication record and media presence reflect a growing influence in the field of organizational behavior and behavioral ethics.
She is actively involved in research and teaching, with no indication of retirement or emeritus status. Her office is located in Leo A. Guthart Hall, and she can be contacted via the university’s email system.
