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Richard Keen is a Professor of Psychology and Chair of the Psychology Department in the Department of Social Sciences at Converse University, part of the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He is an experimental psychologist specializing in animal learning, time perception, frequency processing, and choice behavior, utilizing both animal and human subjects in his research.
Education:
- PhD - Indiana University
- BA - Kent State University
Dr. Keen's research focuses on how organisms perceive and remember time, how event frequency is cognitively processed, and the determinants of decision-making behavior. His work bridges experimental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and behavioral pharmacology, particularly examining the effects of substances like caffeine on temporal perception. He frequently collaborates with undergraduate students, fostering hands-on research experiences.
His recent publications show a consistent focus on temporal perception, especially under pharmacological influence, with a strong emphasis on experimental design and behavioral analysis. Themes include stimulant effects on cognition, timing models, and perceptual distortions.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding Dissertation Award from the American Psychological Association, Division 25 (2000)
- Kathryne Amelia Brown Award for excellence in teaching (2007)
- O’Herron Award for faculty excellence (2008)
Dr. Keen has been instrumental in mentoring numerous undergraduate researchers, many of whom have co-authored presentations and papers with him. His grants and research have supported student involvement in national and regional conferences. He completed postdoctoral research at Brown University (2001–2004) and Indiana University (2000–2001), contributing to a strong foundation in experimental methodologies.
While no formal lab or research team name is mentioned, his work appears to be conducted through an active undergraduate research program in experimental psychology at Converse University, emphasizing mentorship and empirical investigation.
