Kristopher Kimbler

Kristopher Kimbler is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU), part of the College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on social contexts related to functional ability, social cognition, and intergenerational relationships across adulthood. He actively involves students in research projects, emphasizing collaborative learning opportunities.

Education: Ph.D. and M.A. in Life-Span Developmental Psychology from West Virginia University, and B.A. in Psychology from Marshall University.

Teaching interests include courses such as Psychology of Adulthood and Aging, Senior Seminar in Psychology, Careers in Psychology, and Principles of Development. His research explores topics like aging-related attribution biases, everyday problem-solving, and the efficacy of gerontology-focused service learning programs.

Publications span studies on IADL performance, memory errors, intergenerational interactions, and the mental health needs of older homeless populations. Recent work addresses pandemic behaviors and age-based biases in social evaluations.

Collaborations emphasize student involvement in research design and execution, fostering hands-on learning experiences. No specific grants or labs are mentioned, though ongoing projects reflect interdisciplinary approaches to aging studies.