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Dr. Salim Hashmi is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology (Education) at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London. He joined King's College London in January 2019 as a Teaching Fellow after completing both his PhD and BSc in Psychology (with professional placement) from Cardiff University. Dr. Hashmi leads and teaches modules for the BSc in Psychology related to developmental psychology at the Department of Psychology within the School of Mental Health & Psychological Sciences.
Dr. Hashmi's research focuses on developmental psychology, particularly children's play, imagination, and interactions with technology. His work also explores social understanding, executive function, and longitudinal study designs. He has a strong interest in inclusive education and decolonizing the curriculum to enhance student experience. His research has been published in numerous high-impact journals and has received attention from news outlets and academic platforms.
Dr. Hashmi's recent work has examined barriers to inclusion in higher education, neurodiversity in play contexts, and the benefits of various play forms for child development. His research often employs interdisciplinary approaches, combining psychological, neurological, and educational perspectives to understand child development and improve educational practices.
- Microaggressions in educational settings
- Lived experience in curriculum design
- Inclusive education practices
- Neurodiversity in play contexts
- Social cognition development
- Pretend play and its cognitive benefits
Dr. Hashmi has received recognition for his work through citations and mentions across various platforms. His research on inclusion in higher education has been picked up by 25 news outlets, while his work on neurodiversity in doll play has been cited in Scopus. His publications have garnered attention on social media platforms with mentions on X (Twitter), Bluesky, and Reddit.
As an educator, Dr. Hashmi is involved in teaching developmental psychology modules for the BSc Psychology program. He has contributed to initiatives that connect the Department of Psychology with local schools, such as the art competition with Lyndhurst Primary School. His commitment to inclusive education extends to his teaching philosophy and curriculum development.
