Wilhelm Frank

Wilhelm Frank is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Salzburg, affiliated with the Faculty of Digital and Analytical Sciences. He leads the Division of Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology and chairs the Ethics Committee. His research focuses on clinical stress, emotion regulation, and the neurobiological underpinnings of psychological disorders. Notable projects include the 'Clinical Stress and Emotion Lab' and the 'PhD Programme Imaging the Mind.'

His work spans sleep's role in therapeutic processes, anxiety disorders, and hormonal influences on psychotherapy. He has secured multiple grants and published extensively in high-impact journals. Key contributions include studies on glucocorticoid-enhanced extinction therapy and sex differences in emotional expression.

Frank collaborates internationally, with a focus on translational research bridging neuroscience and clinical practice. His labs emphasize interdisciplinary approaches to understanding stress, trauma, and emotional disorders.