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Welcome to the Department of Psychology at Tufts University

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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Internships & Research Opportunities

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Students with Psychology faculty members

Psychology Labs

The Department of Psychology has 18 labs that focus on a variety of fields and interests.

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Jessica Remedios, Associate Professor of Psychology, meets with her graduate assistants

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

Full-Time Faculty Searches: The Psychology Department is conducting two full-time faculty searches for positions to begin 9/23: 1) Assistant Professor in Neuroscience, 2) Full-Time Lecturer who can teach undergraduate research methods and/or statistics.

SPSP Diversity Travel Award: Congratulations to Prsni Patel, who was named recipient of a 2023 Diversity Graduate Travel Award 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.