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Dr. Francis Quinn is a Lecturer in Psychology within the School of Applied Social Studies at Robert Gordon University (RGU), where he has been teaching and conducting research since January 2011. As a Chartered Psychologist, he brings both academic rigor and professional practice to his work, with affiliations including The Scottish Centre for Evidence-based, Multi-professional Practice: A JBI Centre of Excellence.
- University of Aberdeen: M.A. (Hons.) in Psychology with French (2001-2005)
- University of Aberdeen: Postgraduate Diploma (with Distinction) in Research Methods in Psychology (2005-2006)
- University of Aberdeen: PhD in Psychology with specialization in health psychology (2006-2010)
Dr. Quinn's research spans three primary interconnected domains: health psychology with focus on exercise motivation and the fitness industry; environmental psychology examining how home physical environments (particularly clutter and home beauty) affect mental well-being; and historical psychology using oral history methods to document the development of health psychology in the UK. His work often combines quantitative methods with qualitative insights, particularly evident in his extensive oral history project interviewing 53 UK health psychologists.
Analysis of Dr. Quinn's recent publications (2022-2025) reveals an evolving research trajectory that maintains his core interest in health psychology while expanding into environmental influences on mental health and historical documentation of the discipline. His 2025 publications particularly highlight his dual focus on contemporary environmental psychology (home clutter studies) and historical perspectives on health psychology development.
- Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol)
- Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (AFBPsS)
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
Dr. Quinn actively supervises PhD students, particularly in exercise psychology and physical activity domains, and has contributed to research projects across healthcare, occupational settings, and environmental contexts. His collaborative approach is evident in his numerous co-authored publications spanning multiple institutions and disciplines. As a dedicated educator, he teaches health psychology, exercise psychology, mental well-being, history of psychology, and quantitative research methods, integrating his research expertise directly into his teaching practice.
While no specific research lab is mentioned in his profile, Dr. Quinn's work connects with multiple research groups at RGU including those focused on health and wellbeing, and he contributes to the university's research culture through his active publication record and participation in academic conferences.
