Richard Morey

Dr. Richard Morey is a Reader in Psychology at Cardiff University, specializing in statistical inference, cognitive modeling, and the philosophy of statistics. His research focuses on improving statistical understanding and practice in scientific research, with particular emphasis on Bayesian methods and statistical cognition.

• Key research areas: Applied Bayesian analysis, Cognitive psychology, Statistical methodology
• Teaching: Undergraduate and postgraduate statistics, Research methods, Bayesian workshops

Research highlights include developing open-source statistical software (BayesFactor), creating tools for working memory capacity estimation, and pioneering Bayesian hypothesis testing methods. His work critically examines confidence interval interpretation, p-curve methodology, and meta-analytic practices.

Recent publications demonstrate his contributions to Bayesian analysis in mixed models, ANOVA designs, and meta-research. He frequently collaborates with cognitive scientists and statisticians on projects spanning psychological theory, clinical research, and educational technology.

Awards:

• Globally highly-cited scientist (2010-2019)
• Psychonomic Society Early Career Impact Award (2017)

Dr. Morey actively supervises postgraduate research and contributes to open science initiatives. He provides statistical consulting and teaches research methods at both undergraduate and graduate levels.