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The Department of Psychology at Tufts University conducts cutting-edge research aimed at understanding the causes and consequences of mental processes and behavior.
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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Department of Psychology at Tufts University views the creation and maintenance of a diverse and inclusive environment to be essential to rigorous thought, informed analysis, and scholarly excellence.
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Psychology Labs
The Department of Psychology has 18 labs that focus on a variety of fields and interests.
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Department Statement
Department Statement in response to the killings of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd, and the pandemic of racism in the United States.
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Department Announcements
SPSP Diversity Travel Award: Congratulations to Prsni Patel and Keturah Ragland, who were named recipients of 2023 Diversity Graduate Travel Awards from the Society for Personality and Social Psychology.
Society for Neuroscience Training Award: Congratulations to David Distefano, who has been awarded the Trainee Professional Development Award from SFN in recognition of students who demonstrate scientific merit and excellence in research.
New Faculty Hire: The Psychology Department is pleased to announce that Dr. Aerielle Allen will be joining the faculty as an assistant professor in September 2023.
Paid Research Participation System: Interested in participating in an experiment? The department now has opportunities for pay that are open to the public. Both online and in-person studies are available. Sign up if you are interested in participating in an experiment. Please review guidelines if you are a Psy 1 or Psy 31 student.
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