Jessica Hull

Jessica Hull serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at Boise State University, where she has been employed since 2017. Her academic foundation includes a Ph.D. and M.A. in Criminal Justice and Criminology from Sam Houston State University, and a B.A. in Criminology & Criminal Justice and English from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale.

Her research centers on biosocial criminology with specialized expertise in molecular genetics and gender dynamics within criminal behavior. Hull actively contributes to a collaborative behavior genetics project focused on DNA genotyping methodologies. Her scholarly fingerprint reveals significant contributions to psychopathy research (100%), antisocial behavior (91%), cortisol analysis (59%), and criminal behavior studies (58%).

Hull's recent publications demonstrate a clear trajectory toward integrating biological markers with criminological theory, particularly exploring hormonal influences on psychopathic traits and victimization patterns. Her work increasingly examines vulnerable populations, notably persons with disabilities, while maintaining strong connections to behavior genetics frameworks.

• Outstanding Leadership Award, College of Criminal Justice, Sam Houston State University (2013)
• Excellence in Writing Award, Academic Success Center, Sam Houston State University (2015, Spring)

Hull serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Qualitative Criminology, Journal of School Violence, and Criminal Justice and Behavior. Her professional affiliations include the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences, American Society of Criminology, and Biosocial Criminology Association. Her research contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to justice and reduced inequalities.

She maintains active collaboration in behavior genetics research, developing technical skills for DNA sample genotyping to advance criminological applications. Her work bridges laboratory-based biological research with field studies of criminal behavior and victimization patterns.