Lukas Thürmer

Lukas Thürmer is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Salzburg, focusing on intergroup dynamics, group performance, and behavioral interventions. He leads major research projects like Deviance in Task Groups and Motivational Aspects of Intergroup Sensitivity, while contributing to educational initiatives such as On Track! connecting digital and social learning environments.

Research Interests: Thürmer's work spans

• Intergroup relations and public health communication
• Group deviance and social identity in sports
• Behavioral interventions for physical activity
• Motivational psychology and cross-cultural dynamics

Recent Publications show trends in

• Intergroup criticism and vaccine messaging
• Pro-group intent models in organizational contexts
• Meta-scientific rigor in psychological research
• Interventions using ecological momentary assessment
• Cross-cultural analysis of criticism responses

Scientific Awards:

• FWF-START-Preis (2023)
• Wiley Top Cited Article (2021-2022)
• Emerald Literati Award Winner (2021)

Professional Activities: Thürmer serves on the Scandinavian Journal of Psychology editorial board, organizes events like Collective Intentionality, and contributes to third-mission initiatives Scientists4Future Salzburg and Young-Science for public education.