Prof. Dr. Gudrun Schwarzer is a leading researcher in developmental psychology at the Justus Liebig University Giessen , heading the Department of Developmental Psychology . Her work bridges perceptual, motor, and cognitive development in infancy and childhood through rigorous experimental paradigms. Key research themes include infant mental rotation, emotional granularity across lifespan, and cross-cultural developmental differences She leads projects A7 (visuospatial-motor development) and C3 (emotion categorization across populations) Current team includes Dr. Bianca Jovanovic, Dr. Daniela Bahn, PhD students Nikol Tsenkova and Tharanirakshita Asokan Her research investigates how early motor experiences shape visual processing, with groundbreaking work on: Object permanence in infants Emotion-face-word priming effects Developmental language disorder cognition Idiopathic clubfoot developmental impacts Publications span Child Development Perspectives , Frontiers in Psychology , and Journal of Experimental Child Psychology . Awards : Heinz Heckhausen Young Scientist Prize (DGPs). Collaborative networks extend to Max Planck Society, University of California, and cross-cultural studies in Cameroon.
Jaclyn Hennessey Ford, PhD, is a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at Boston College. She holds a PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is affiliated with Dr. Elizabeth Kensinger's Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab. Her research focuses on understanding how individual differences and task-related factors influence memory retrieval processes, with particular emphasis on healthy aging and emotional memory mechanisms. Using neuroimaging techniques like fMRI, she investigates neural mechanisms underlying memory preservation and decline across the lifespan. Her work highlights age-related changes in memory processing, including how older adults regulate negative emotional content and maintain cognitive resilience. Key contributions include studies on the prefrontal cortex's role in emotional regulation during memory retrieval, the impact of stress on memory performance, and the effects of socioemotional learning strategies in older adults. She has also explored how real-world events like the 2020 pandemic shape memory formation and emotional processing in aging populations. Dr. Ford teaches courses such as Psychology and Neuroscience of Cognitive Aging and has contributed to over 35 peer-reviewed publications. Her research frequently appears in top journals like Neuropsychologia , Neurobiology of Aging , and Psychological Aging . Current efforts include investigating the neurobiological basis of memory reconsolidation and the application of socioemotional interventions to enhance cognitive function in older adults.
Prof. Dr. Georg Felser is a faculty member at the Harz University of Applied Sciences , holding the Professor position in the Department of Economics since 2001. His work bridges market and consumer psychology with broader interests in social psychology and personality psychology . Education: Diploma in Psychology (1991) and Doctorate in Natural Sciences (1998) from the University of Trier Professional Experience: Prior roles include research assistant at Martin Luther University, co-therapy in psychotherapeutic treatment, and teaching at the University of Trier His research focuses on consumer decision-making , advertising psychology , and marketing ethics . Recent publications explore topics like tourist signage perception , second-hand market motivations , and cognitive influences on taste perception . He has contributed to studies on reversible decisions , implicit advertising effects , and conflicts of interest in healthcare. Prof. Felser serves as a reviewer for journals like Psychology & Marketing and Journal of Business and Media Psychology . His scientific expertise includes experimental methods, implicit attitude measurement, and applied business psychology. He has presented at numerous conferences, including the International Congress of Psychology and the German Society for Psychology meetings.
Kimberly Quinn serves as Associate Professor of Psychological Science and Associate Chair of the Department of Psychology within DePaul University's College of Science and Health. Her academic journey includes postdoctoral positions at Dartmouth College and Northwestern University, following her PhD in Psychology from the University of Western Ontario. PhD, Psychology, University of Western Ontario (2001) MA, Psychology, University of Western Ontario (1996) BA, Psychology, McGill University (1994) Postdoctoral Researcher, Dartmouth College (2002-2003) Postdoctoral Fellow, Northwestern University (2000-2002) Professor Quinn's research spans multiple domains in social-cognitive psychology, with particular focus on face processing dynamics (examining when we categorize individuals versus perceive unique identities), interpersonal synchrony (how behavioral coordination influences social connection), and awe experiences in natural and built environments. Her work also explores how self-representations interact with physical spaces and social contexts, investigating topics like environmental equity, moral psychology, and social category representation. Through the DePaul University Social Cognition (DUSC) Lab, she examines how individuals' representations of themselves and others shape and are shaped by interaction. Her recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between social cognition, neuroscience, and environmental psychology, with growing emphasis on awe experiences and behavioral synchrony. The work shows consistent methodological rigor across experimental, neuroimaging, and field approaches. Professor Quinn actively mentors graduate and undergraduate researchers, supervising multiple PhD and MA students on projects ranging from morality research to face processing studies. She maintains significant international collaborations, particularly with the University of Birmingham where she previously held a faculty position. Her laboratory work is organized through the DePaul University Social Cognition (DUSC) Lab, which fosters interdisciplinary research connecting psychological science with real-world applications in public spaces and social environments. The lab maintains strong international partnerships, especially with UK institutions.
Dr. Yang Jiang is a tenured Professor at the University of Kentucky , affiliated with the Department of Behavioral Science (College of Medicine), Psychology Department (College of Arts and Sciences), and the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging . Her research in the ABC Lab focuses on neural mechanisms of sensory perception and cognition in aging and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, using fMRI , EEG/ERPs , and MEG . She developed the Bluegrass EEG protocol for early cognitive decline detection and leads federally funded (NIH, VA) projects on neurofeedback interventions. Dr. Jiang has taught cognitive neuroscience courses at all academic levels and co-directs graduate seminars in the Clinical and Translational Science (CTS) program. Her collaborations span the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center , MRI Center , and a NIH program project on Astrocyte Reactivity . She reviews grants for NIH and international agencies and serves on scientific boards like the Organization for Human Brain Mapping and Alzheimer’s Association . Her recent publications (2025-2023) emphasize EEG/fMRI biomarkers for Alzheimer's and aging, neurofeedback efficacy, and brain connectivity in cognitive impairment. Awards include the WILEY Top Downloaded Article (2021) and leadership roles in federally funded research.
Ralph Hale serves as Associate Professor of Psychological Science at the University of North Georgia, where he has been a faculty member since 2018. He directs the Hale Vision Lab and teaches a range of courses including Cognitive Psychology, Sensation & Perception, and Research Methods. Dr. Hale is deeply committed to undergraduate education and research mentorship, with numerous teaching awards recognizing his excellence in the classroom. Education Background: Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Georgia (2018) M.S. in Psychology, University of Georgia (2015) B.S. in Psychology, University of Georgia (2011) A.A. in Psychology, Gainesville State College (2009) Interdisciplinary Certificate in University Teaching, University of Georgia Teaching Academy (2018) Dr. Hale's research centers on visual perception, memory, and empirical aesthetics, with particular focus on how global context and ecological validity affect visual phenomena. His work investigates visual illusions (especially the watercolor illusion), boundary extension, and other visual memory errors to understand everyday visual perception. He has published extensively on color vision, figure-ground organization, object recognition, visual search, and attention mechanisms, often employing eye-tracking and virtual reality methodologies to explore these phenomena in more ecologically valid contexts. Analysis of Dr. Hale's recent publications reveals a strong continuity in visual perception research with increasing methodological sophistication. His work has evolved from basic investigations of visual illusions to more complex explorations using virtual reality and eye-tracking technologies. Recent publications show growing interest in AI-generated content, mental imagery variability, and applications to clinical rehabilitation, while maintaining core focus on visual perception mechanisms. The research demonstrates consistent interest in ecological validity and real-world applications of visual perception principles. Scientific Recognition: Charles L. Darby Award for outstanding graduate teaching (2018) Richard L. Marsh Award for research mentoring (2018) Teaching Excellence Award for Tenure-Track Faculty (2020) Ann Matthews Purdy Outstanding Teaching Award (2023) Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award (2023) Dr. Hale is deeply committed to undergraduate research mentorship, with his students regularly presenting at national conferences and publishing in research journals. He has secured multiple competitive grants including Leap-into-Action grants from AAC&U for interdisciplinary research and Faculty Undergraduate Summer Engagement (FUSE) grants. As faculty advisor for Psi Chi and the Psychology Club, he actively supports student professional development through research opportunities and conference participation. Dr. Hale leads the Hale Vision Lab at UNG, where he and his undergraduate research team investigate visual perception phenomena using cutting-edge methodologies. The lab focuses on how contextual factors influence visual processing, with recent work incorporating virtual reality environments to enhance ecological validity. Through consistent funding and student involvement, the lab has established itself as a productive center for undergraduate research in visual cognition within the university system.
Tomás A. Palma is an Assistant Professor at the School of Psychology, University of Lisbon. His research focuses on social cognition, specifically how social categories like race, gender, and age influence face recognition, metamemory, and stereotype formation. He has contributed to understanding the cross-race recognition deficit (CRD) and strategies to mitigate its effects. Research Themes: Cross-Race Recognition Deficit, Metacognitive Awareness, Social Categorization, Stereotyping Dynamics Key Collaborations: James Correll, Luís Garcia-Marques Recent publications explore CRD mechanisms, eye gaze patterns, and the application of large language models to behavioral science predictions. His work also addresses hiring discrimination, stereotype plasticity, and cultural variations in gender perception. While no specific awards or student mentorship details are mentioned, his teaching includes advanced psychology research methods and statistics.
Christina Bermeitinger is a Professor (W2) and Chair of General Psychology at the University of Hildesheim's Institute of Psychology, within the Faculty of Educational and Social Sciences. Since October 2023, she has served as Vice President for Research and Scientists in the Qualification Phase. Previously, she was Dean of Faculty 1 (2019-2023) and chaired the Institute of Psychology (2017-2019). Her research focuses on cognitive psychology with specialization in: Olfactory processing and memory interactions Motion perception and response priming Spatial representation and compatibility effects Attention mechanisms (temporal/spatial) and consciousness Emotion-cognition interactions and subliminal processing Bermeitinger's publications demonstrate consistent focus on experimental psychology methodologies applied to sensory-cognitive interactions. Recent work (2020-2025) shows strong emphasis on olfactory memory paradigms, cross-cultural attention studies, and meta-scientific contributions. Her articles frequently appear in specialized cognitive psychology journals and integrate neuroscientific frameworks. She has secured significant research funding including DFG projects on olfactory associative memory (>€250,000) and digital learning initiatives. Leads the General Psychology laboratory investigating cognitive processing through behavioral experiments.
Claudia Poch Pérez Botija is a researcher affiliated with the School of Language and Education at Universidad Nebrija. Her work focuses on Psychobiology , particularly in cognitive neuroscience and neurophysiological mechanisms of memory and attention. Doctorate: Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2015) Thesis: Neural oscillatory activity associated with attention orientation in working memory Supervisors: Dr. Pablo Campo Martínez-Lage, Dr. Luis Carretié Arangüena Key research areas include working memory dynamics , emotional processing , neural oscillations (alpha/gamma), and language cognition . Her studies often employ EEG/ERP techniques to explore memory-perception interactions and bilingual cognitive control. Recent publications reveal trends in: Pattern separation mechanisms during memory encoding Cross-modal integration in illusory perception Emotional primacy effects in memory recognition Lesion studies of temporopolar regions in epilepsy patients Neurogenetic influences on fear conditioning (D2 receptor variants) Alpha/gamma oscillation modulation in attentional processes She contributes to understanding mnemonic discrimination , semantic memory impairment in neurological conditions, and neural correlates of bilingualism . Her work bridges basic cognitive mechanisms with clinical applications in temporal lobe epilepsy. Active in the CINC Nebrija Research Center on Cognition and CEDI Research Group , she investigates interrelations between cognition, education, and individual differences.
Prof. Dr. Sarah Teige-Mocigemba serves as University Professor and Head at the Department of Psychological Diagnostics (Teige-Mocigemba Group) within the College of Psychology at Philipps-University of Marburg. She holds a W3 professorship in psychological diagnostics since 2023, having declined a similar position at Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg in the same year. Current affiliation: Philipps-University of Marburg Academic rank: Full Professor Research focus: Implicit psychological processes in attitudes, stereotypes, self-concept, and systemic approaches to psychological diagnostics Research Interests: Her work centers on developing and analyzing implicit psychological assessment methods, including: Theoretical analyses of implicit procedures Construct-independent factors affecting implicit measures Social categorization and prejudice Prejudice reduction interventions Expectation violations and stereotype maintenance Context effects in psychological assessment Systemic approaches to psychological diagnostics (in collaboration with Beatriz Arias Martin) Publication Trends: Her 15 most recent articles (2004-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on: Implicit bias measurement techniques Validation of psychological assessment tools Expectation violation models Prejudice and stereotype research Cognitive processes in aggression Online self-assessment methodologies Scientific Awards: Notable recognitions include: Spokesperson for DFG Graduate College 2271 (2017-2026) Brigitte-Schlieben-Lange Program Stipend (2017) Baden-Württemberg Foundation Postdoctoral Grant (2011-2014) Eugen-Fink Early Career Award (2009) Academic Leadership: She supervises doctoral students Paul Bacher, Violetta Biermann, and Kiara Roth. Her research team includes Dr. Manuel Becker and Dr. Massimo Köster. She has served in various academic governance roles including: Mentor in ProProfessur Mentoring Program (since 2022) Chair of the Equal Opportunities Commission (since 2020) Member of the Steering Committee for Graduate College 2271 (since 2019) Member of Marburg's Faculty Council (2018-2022)
Steven Smith is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Texas A&M University. His research focuses on cognitive processes including memory, metacognition, and creative cognition. He explores phenomena like context-dependent memory, retrieval blocking, creative fixation, and incubation effects. His work often investigates how environmental context influences problem-solving and memory recovery. He is currently accepting students for the 2024-2025 academic year. Key areas of research include: Context-dependent memory and retrieval mechanisms Metacognitive judgments and their accuracy Creative cognition, including fixation and incubation Applications of cognitive psychology in educational and design contexts Recent publications highlight themes such as overcoming creative blocks via context changes, the role of distractors in problem-solving, and the neurocognitive basis of insight. His work bridges theoretical psychology with practical applications in education and design innovation. He has developed tools like combinFormation to enhance information discovery and creative thinking processes. His research spans experimental psychology, neuroscience, and applied cognitive science, with a focus on real-world applications of memory and creativity studies.
Gordon Moskowitz is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Lehigh University, specializing in social cognition with a focus on unconscious influences on perception, judgment, and bias regulation. His research bridges social psychology, cognitive psychology, and health psychology, examining how implicit biases can be controlled through automatic goals and interventions. Education: PhD (1993) and MA (1989) from New York University, BSc (1984) from McGill University, Postdoctoral Research at Max-Planck-Institute (Munich, Germany) Research interests span implicit bias, stereotype activation, proactive control of prejudice, spontaneous trait inference, and bias reduction interventions. His work has explored how egalitarian goals can automatize to counteract stereotyping and how medical practitioners' implicit biases affect patient care. Recent publications address impression updating, stereotype inhibition mechanisms, and applications of social cognition to diversity initiatives. Moskowitz co-authored bias reduction workshops for healthcare professionals and investigated emotional ambivalence as a buffer against defensive reactions to bias feedback. At Lehigh, he teaches courses in social psychology, social cognition, and stereotyping while contributing to institutional diversity efforts through committees like the Council for Equity and Community and democratic policing initiatives.
Dr. Alexander Pastukhov is an Assistant Professor at the Department of General Psychology and Methodology, University of Bamberg. His research focuses on multi-stable perception , perceptual inference , and the interplay between attention and microsaccades . He develops open-source tools like saccadr , eyelinkReader , and bistablehistory for analyzing eye movements and perceptual dynamics. Research Interests : Multi-level mechanisms of perception and memory History effects in bistable perception Attentional allocation via microsaccade analysis Bayesian modeling of perceptual decision-making Scientific Awards : 2013 'Best of the Year' award from the Psychonomic Society for work on sensory memory and adaptation in structure-from-motion displays His recent software development includes probabilistic programming tools for 2D/3D transformations and eye-tracking analysis. He also contributes to applied data analysis teaching materials using R and Python. Collaborative projects with industry partners (e.g., BMW) and institutions (e.g., Fraunhofer, Orange Labs) highlight his research transfer efforts.
Teresa Garcia-Marques is a Full Professor at ISPA - Instituto Universitário in Lisbon, Portugal, where she serves as an Integrated Member of the Cognition Team. With over 130 publications and significant contributions to social and cognitive psychology, her academic career spans several decades of research excellence and scholarly impact. Dr. Garcia-Marques specializes in social cognition, with particular expertise in how feelings drive affective processes and influence cognitive monitoring systems. Her research examines familiarity and fluency effects on judgments, how social presence shapes monitoring processes using cognitive tasks (Stroop, memory, truth judgments, temporal judgments), and extends to person perception and persuasion. She has made groundbreaking contributions to understanding the relationship between processing fluency and truth judgments, the impact of social presence on cognitive performance, and the emotional dimensions of information processing. Her recent work demonstrates an evolving research program that maintains core interests while expanding into new territories. The 15 most recent publications reveal consistent themes in processing fluency, cognitive control, and social judgment, but also show diversification into clinical applications (grief interventions), consumer behavior, and sports psychology. This intellectual trajectory reflects both theoretical depth and methodological versatility, with studies ranging from controlled laboratory experiments to meta-analyses and clinical trials. As an academic leader, Garcia-Marques maintains an active research laboratory focused on cognitive and social processes. Her work has been cited over 38,000 times, reflecting significant impact in psychology. She continues to mentor emerging researchers while sustaining a robust publication record that bridges theoretical insights with practical applications across multiple domains of human cognition and social interaction.
Stephen L. Crites, Jr. is Professor and Dean of the Graduate School at the University of Texas at El Paso's Department of Psychology. His research examines physiological and motivational processes influencing cognitive functions, utilizing event-related brain potentials (ERPs) to study attitude formation, stereotype activation, and judgment processes. Research investigates how brain activity reflects evaluative judgments and social categorization, including how attitudes automatically activate upon stimulus exposure and how stereotypes influence social perception. Studies employ neurophysiological measures to understand judgment formation under varying motivational states and contexts. Publications demonstrate methodological innovation in psychophysiological approaches, including ERP paradigms for detecting concealed attitudes and meta-analyses of priming effects. Recent work focuses on neural correlates of attitude-behavior consistency, stereotype incongruity processing, and food perception dynamics. Service includes NIH review panels, NSF Graduate Fellowship Program evaluation, and leadership roles in professional societies including Treasurer of the Society for the Study of Motivation.
