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Katherine Rowlands is a Psychology Lecturer and part-time Psychology Administrator at Wrexham University, balancing these roles with her ongoing MPhil/PhD studies in modality-specific (olfactory) cognition. She holds a 1st Class BSc in Psychology from Cardiff University and an MRes (Distinction) in Psychology from Wrexham University. Her research focuses on sensory perception and cognitive processes, particularly in olfactory systems, informed by her prior career in Quality Control analysis in the fragrance industry.
Education Background:
- BSc Psychology (1st Class), Cardiff University
- MRes Psychology (Distinction), Wrexham University
- Ongoing MPhil/PhD in Psychology at Wrexham University
Research Interests: Katherine’s work explores how sensory modalities influence language and imagery, with a specialization in olfactory cognition. She investigates cross-modal interactions and their applications in cognitive science and education.
Awards & Recognition:
- Joint Researcher Developer of the Year (2024, Wrexham University)
Additional Roles: She contributes to the online MSc Psychology program as a sessional lecturer and supports student employability through her role in the Careers and Employability Service since 2024. Her industry experience in HR and change management informs her educational practices.
