Jochen E. Gebauer

Prof. Jochen E. Gebauer leads the Chair of Cross-Cultural Social and Personality Psychology at the School of Social Sciences. His research focuses on self-concept from social and personality psychology perspectives, emphasizing cross-cultural approaches to identify universal processes. Key interests include agency, communion, religiosity, and their interplay with personality traits and societal contexts.

His work explores topics such as obesity’s societal impacts, religiosity’s psychological benefits, and cultural influences on personality. Publications span over two decades, addressing global challenges like pandemics and segregation. Though no specific awards or grants are noted, his contributions highlight interdisciplinary collaborations across psychology, sociology, and public health.

His team investigates themes like leadership dynamics, secularization trends, and the psychological effects of social stratification. While no student advisees are listed here, his research lab’s activities emphasize empirical studies combining large-scale data with cultural theory.