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Jake Kurczek is an Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at Loras College. He holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Iowa (2014) and has completed post-doctoral fellowships at the Rotman Research Institute/York University (Canada) and Haverford College (USA). His research focuses on applying behavioral science to address societal inequities and community engagement, with specialties in equity, justice, and pedagogy.
Dr. Kurczek directs the Neural (commuNity engagement jUstice Research and AppLied) Psychology Lab, which emphasizes community-driven research to combat inequality. He teaches courses such as Cognitive Psychology, Exploring the Brain through TBI, and Brain and Behavior.
His academic work spans neuroscience topics including memory impairment, creativity deficits in neurological disorders, and moral judgment. Recent publications explore the impact of brain lesions on decision-making and the role of social media in neuroscience education. No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts.
Dr. Kurczek's grants and advising activities are not detailed here, though his lab's applied focus suggests involvement in community-based initiatives. His research methodology includes behavioral research, action research, and community engagement techniques.
