Some topics we are investigating
1) How do people decode others' nonverbal displays accurately?
2) What are the psychological functions of family?
3) What role do pets play in our happiness, health, and well-being?
4) How do our nonconscious feelings affect our behavior?
5) How do we form impressions and theory of mind about others?
6) How can we motivate people to protect the environment?

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Our lab is composed of many talented graduate and undergraduate students. Although much of our research is directed by graduate students pursuing their doctoral degrees, some projects are run by senior undergraduates in our lab. Indeed, Dean's Scholars and Summer Scholars in our lab have conducted senior thesis projects that have been published in the very best journals in the field! We encourage interested people to contact us for more information about getting involved in research in our lab.