Psychology Section

President 2022: Katerina Fotopoulou, University College London
President 2021: Elena Lieven from the University of Manchester
President 2019: Nicola Clayton, University of Cambridge
President 2018: Steve Tipper, University of York
President 2017: Anil Seth, University of Sussex
President 2016: Sophie Scott, University College London
President 2015: Bruce Hood, University of Bristol

Recorder: Ellen Poliakoff, University of Manchester

For more information about the Psychology Section, please visit their website.

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We're looking for researchers to take part in our Community Buddies scheme, which connects Community Leaders with local researchers to spark new ideas and drive innovative community-led science engagement.
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