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Guler Boyraz is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Pace University, where she contributes to both undergraduate and graduate education in psychology. She is based in the New York City campus and is actively involved in teaching and research.
Research Interests: Her work focuses on health and social psychology, particularly in the context of public health crises. She investigates psychological determinants of health behaviors, including vaccine acceptance, prevention practices, and risk perception during pandemics. Her research integrates social-cognitive models to understand behavioral intentions among college populations.
The recent article in her portfolio examines the interplay between vaccine beliefs, intentions, and actual prevention behaviors among college students during the evolving stages of the Covid-19 pandemic, reflecting her interest in real-world behavioral interventions.
Scientific Awards:
- Covid-19 Collaborative Interdisciplinary Research Award, Pace University
Teaching and Advising: Professor Boyraz has taught a wide range of courses, including experimental psychology, clinical interviewing, social psychology, and thesis supervision at both master’s and doctoral levels. She mentors students through mentored lab classes and research seminars, indicating active involvement in student research development.
Labs and Research Teams: She is involved in interdisciplinary research initiatives related to public health psychology, particularly through collaborative projects focused on pandemic response behaviors.
