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News

Melissa Libertus receives inaugural ARIS fellowship

Dr. Melissa Libertus, Professor of Psychology, and Research Scientist at LRDC was selected as a 2025 Advancing Research Impact in Society (ARIS) Research Fellow. Melissa joins four other fellows who aspire to be leaders in Broader Impacts research initiatives. During the year-long program, these Research Fellows will receive personalized guidance from ARIS leadership to expand their innovation and leadership in Broader Impacts initiatives at their institution. About ARIS: The Center for Advancing Research Impact in Society (ARIS), formerly the National Alliance for Broader Impacts, was founded in 2014 and is the largest societal impact community organization in the U.S. ARIS supports practitioners, researchers and communities in achieving positive societal impact. With more than 1,800 members worldwide, ARIS offers resources, certifications, and programs to build capacity, grow partnerships, and enhance scholarship.

Alumnus Jason Chein wins 2025 Psychonomic Society Mid-Career Award

Congratulations to cognitive program alumnus Jason Chein (co-advised by Julie and Walt) for winning the 2025 Psychonomic Society Mid-Career Award.

Congratulations to Anna Marsland!!!

Dr. Anna Marsland has won a Distinguished Scientist Award from the International Society for Behavioral Medicine in recognition of her cumulative scientific contributions to the field of behavioral medicine! Congratulations, Anna!!