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Dr. Friedrich Götz is an Associate Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology at the University of British Columbia (Faculty of Arts). His research focuses on geographical psychology, exploring the causes and consequences of regional personality differences through an interdisciplinary Big Data approach.
- PhD, University of Cambridge (UK), 2021
- MPhil, University of Cambridge (UK), 2017
- BSc, University of Konstanz (Germany), 2016
Dr. Götz’s work bridges social and personality psychology with behavioral science, examining topics like mobility, migration, wanderlust, courage, and entrepreneurship. He co-developed large-scale survey studies with TIME Magazine, attracting over 3 million participants. His research often involves experience sampling methods and open science.
His recent publications emphasize geographical psychology, personality-environment interactions, and methodological advancements. Articles span 2020–2025, with key themes including regional personality differences, misinformation susceptibility, and the psychological impact of environmental features.
- Rising Star Award (Association for Psychological Science), 2025
- SAGE Emerging Scholar Award (Society for Personality and Social Psychology), 2025
- Top 40 under 40 – Germany (CAPITAL Magazine), 2024
- President’s New Researcher Award (Canadian Psychological Association), 2024
- Best Dissertation Prize (German Psychological Society), 2021
- Leading Scholar (Green College), 2021
Dr. Götz teaches undergraduate and graduate courses, including Personality Psychology and Contemporary Conceptual Issues in Personality, with a focus on geographical dimensions. He is based in the Personality and Geographical Ambiance (PANGEA) Lab, which prioritizes inclusivity and collaboration in studying person-environment interactions.
