Ryan Leach

Ryan Leach serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Loyola University Chicago, where he is dedicated to fostering student growth through innovative teaching practices and a commitment to social justice and diversity. His instructional approach emphasizes personalized learning, active student engagement, and peer collaboration.

His academic credentials are as follows:

• BA from Murray State University
• MA from the University of Illinois at Chicago
• PhD from the University of Illinois at Chicago

Dr. Leach's research primarily investigates cognitive mechanisms of memory improvement, with a focus on the self-generation effect, survival processing, and transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS). He also studies educational paradigms such as learning-by-invention to enhance student retention and understanding in classroom settings.

Analysis of his publication record reveals a sustained investigation into memory enhancement techniques across the lifespan, integrating neuroscience methods with educational applications. His work bridges laboratory-based cognitive research with practical teaching strategies to optimize learning outcomes.

In his role as a Psychology Faculty Advisor for Internships, Dr. Leach supports undergraduate students in securing and reflecting on experiential learning opportunities, helping them connect academic knowledge with professional practice.