Wesley Beckwith

Dr. Wesley Beckwith is an Assistant Professor of Psychology, specializing in the neural mechanisms underlying decision-making, self-control, and their intersection with drug and alcohol abuse. His research employs diverse models and paradigms, emphasizing student involvement. He holds a B.A. from Coe College and an M.S. and Ph.D. from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI).

• Education:
• B.A., Coe College
• M.S., Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis
• Ph.D., Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis

His research explores prefrontal brain regions' roles in behavioral and cognitive processes, particularly how these relate to substance abuse. He teaches courses such as Introduction to Biological Psychology, Drugs & Behavior, and Experimental Design & Statistical Analysis.