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Department of Psychological Sciences

91ֿ researchers have received a $2.7 million grant from the National Institute of Mental Health to study affective disorders.

Depression is the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 300 million people are currently living with depression.

91ֿ President Beverly Warren presents Earl K. Miller, Ph.D., with a 91ֿ Alumni Association Professional Achievement Award during the Spring 2016 Commencement ceremony at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center.

“The generosity of Earl and Marlene reflects their passion for 91ֿ’s brain health research,” said 91ֿ President Beverly Warren. “With their support, we will continue our multidisciplinary efforts to unlock the secrets of brain function and address the complex interaction of factors contributing to brain health.”

91ֿ researchers use EEG caps to study the brain activity of monks during a debate.

Electroencephalogram (EEG) caps are helping 91ֿ researchers unlock the secrets of the mind.

91ֿ researchers use indents and boarders on plates to study how optical illusions help people choose smaller portions.

91ֿ researchers build optical illusions into plates to see how they can help us choose smaller portions and ultimately lose weight.