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Dmitry Leontiev serves as Head and Chief Research Fellow of the International Laboratory of Positive Psychology of Personality and Motivation at the Higher School of Economics (HSE University), where he also holds the position of Professor within the Faculty of Social Sciences/School of Psychology. Appointed as a Tenured Professor in 2018, he has been affiliated with HSE University since 2011. His academic background includes a Doctor of Sciences degree earned in 2000 from Lomonosov Moscow State University, where he also completed his foundational degree in 1982.
Leontiev's research interests span multiple interconnected domains within psychology, with particular emphasis on Positive Psychology, Existential Psychology, and the study of meaning in life. His work explores how individuals construct meaning, manage uncertainty, and develop psychological resilience. He has made significant contributions to understanding self-regulation mechanisms, personality resources, and the transition from disease-focused to health-focused psychological approaches. His research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, particularly in educational and organizational contexts.
Analysis of Leontiev's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of existential concerns with positive psychological frameworks. His work increasingly examines how individuals cope with uncertainty, construct meaning in challenging circumstances, and develop psychological resources that support well-being. A notable trend is his development of assessment tools like the Noëtic Orientations Test (NOT), which adapts purpose-in-life measurement for Russian contexts, demonstrating his commitment to cross-cultural psychological research.
- Tenured Professor status awarded in 2018
- Executive Editor of The Journal of Positive Psychology (2006-2013)
- Member of editorial boards for multiple psychology journals since 1994
Leontiev actively supervises doctoral students, with recent theses focusing on topics such as activity-related experiences in learning, personality changes in development contexts, and psychological reactions to uncertainty. His International Laboratory of Positive Psychology of Personality and Motivation serves as a hub for research on psychological well-being, hosting events like the Autumn School on 'Resources for Psychological Well-being' and participating in international conferences including the World Congress on Positive Psychology. The laboratory has organized significant events such as the Interregional Symposium on Happiness and Subjective Well-being in collaboration with Kamchatka State University, demonstrating its role in advancing psychological research across Russia.
