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Devon Carter speaking in front of a room of seated students

Led by Devon Carter, an adjust assistant professor in the Department of Psychology, the Recognize Education and Learning Mentorship Program connects college and high school students.

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By Lauren Pond

Department of Psychology professor Laura Wagner has co-edited a new journal issue about the impact of federal funding cuts on undergraduate research experiences in the sciences.

The 2026…

Renee Alexander

This new profile series spotlights the fantastic staff members who help keep the department running!

This month, meet Financial Operations Analyst Renee Alexander.

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A new paper published by professor Vladimir Sloutsky suggests immature working memory enables ‘learning to be human.'

A TV cameraman records Meseret Alemu as she sits and speaks to her mentor

Psychology Assistant Professor Jeremy Grant and student Meseret Alemu spoke about the transformative experience of the university's Summer Research Opportunities Program, now in its 40th year.

Jasmeet Hayes

Associate Professor Jasmeet Hayes recently spoke on Ideastream Public Media about the neurological and physiological impacts of chronic stress.

Kristen Lindquist

In this new podcast episode, professor Kristen Lindquist discusses her research on what emotions are and how the brain creates them.

Dr. Schoppe-Sullivan

Professor Sarah Schoppe-Sullivan was quoted in a recent New York Times article about reduced childhood independence.

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“Will AI save or destroy us?” was the central question for a public panel on July 21, hosted by the Department of Psychology and the Collaborative on the Science of Polarization and Misinformation…

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By Lauren Pond

Scientists and AI industry leaders will convene at Ohio State this month to explore effective ways of aligning artificial intelligence with human values and well-being.

Richard Petty

The latest issue of ASCENT highlights the work of Dr. Richard Petty, a leading expert on how people form and change their beliefs.

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Marilynn Brewer, professor emerita and Ohio Eminent Scholar in the Department of Psychology, has been selected for the 2026 class of the prestigious institution.

Andrew Huberman and Kentaro Fujita next to the text "Master Self Control"

Dr. Kentaro Fujita was recently a guest on Dr. Andrew Huberman's well-known podcast, where he spoke about the science of self-control and overcoming procrastination.

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Recipients of the 2025-2026 endowed and college-wide honors include Dr. Peter Kvam, Dr. Russell Fazio, Dr. Jay Myung, Dr. Trisha Van Zandt, Dr. Kathryn Lenz, Ashley Sweaney and Tinu Oduloye.

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Nine students nominated the Psychological Services Center director for the award, which recognizes individuals that meaningfully support student mental health and wellbeing.

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By Lauren Pond

Dr. Justin Palmer, a postdoctoral scholar in Dr. Scott Hayes’ Buckeye Brain Aging Lab (B-BAL), has received the Ohio State President’s Postdoctoral Scholars Program fellowship.

The…

Kurt Gray with Voices of Excellence decorative graphic

In a recent episode of Voices of Excellence, Dr. Kurt Gray discusses his research on morality, political division, beliefs and polarization, as well as possible ways to bridge gaps between…

Kristen Lindquist
By Lauren Pond

Professor Kristen Lindquist has been elected as one of six inaugural fellows of the Social Affective Neuroscience Society (SANS). New in 2026, the fellowship recognizes scholars who have made…

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By Lauren Pond

Ohio State psychology professor Josh Smyth has received the 2026 Distinguished Scientist Award from the Society for Biopsychosocial Science and Medicine. The honor – the society’s highest –…

Sarah Schoppe-Sullivan

A recently published study suggests that fathers' early parenting behaviors may significantly impact children's health. Dr. Sarah Schoppe-Sullivan cautioned against overinterpreting the findings.…

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By Lauren Pond

Jasmeet Hayes, a Scarlet and Gray Associate Professor in The Ohio State University Department of Psychology, has received a $3 million grant from the National Institute on Aging to study…

Laura Wagner

In a recent episode of Voices of Excellence, Dr. Laura Wagner discusses the unique setup of her lab at COSI, which allows visitors to participate in and observe language research.

Windows identifying "fake news" pop up as a person scrolls on their smartphone.

Dr. Kurt Gray was recently quoted in a New York Times story about false allegations of fraud against Ohio Somalis and social media's role in the spread of this misinformation.

A woman in blue scrubs sits and reads a notebook between full bookshelves

A recent study by social psychology professor Patrick Carroll suggests that doubt in one's uncertainties can boost confidence.

A translucent replica of a human head with a glowing purple brain inside, next to an LCD screen that reads "Brain is Sleeping."

On 89.7 NPR News' All Sides with Amy Juravich, Dr. Ruchika Prakash discusses a new interactive exhibit at COSI and its goal to help museum visitors better understand the human brain.

Rows of colorful sticky notes with different things written on them, including "Get Fit" and "New Year Goals"

On 89.7 NPR News' All Sides with Amy Juravich, Dr. Kentaro Fujita explains why New Year's resolutions often fade quickly and how to come up with goals that last.

Dr. Schoppe-Sullivan

In a recent episode of the Voices of Excellence podcast, Dr. Schoppe-Sullivan discusses her research on father-child relationships, co-parenting, and the transition into parenthood.