Research
Faculty Research
Students' research training is enriched by drawing from faculty with complementary areas of research. Department faculty are affiliated with one or more of the core graduate training programs, and many faculty from other departments in the University hold adjunct appointments in the Department of Psychology. Learn more ![]()
Facilities and Resources
The Department of Psychology has modern laboratory facilities in several buildings on Pitt’s campus, all within walking distance of each other.
Partners
The University of Pittsburgh Department of Psychology is a collaborative partner in research with many fine scholars and scientists. These collaborations are fundamental to our success. View partners ![]()

The Psychopharmacology of Addiction Laboratory uses laboratory rats to model basic mechanisms through which drugs like nicotine act to reinforce behavior.