IU Psychological and Brain Sciences

Official Feed for the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Indiana University–Bloomington

[IU Psychological and Brain Sciences @IUPsychBrain]

👏 Congratulations to PBS alum Clara Karger, named to the College of Arts and Sciences’ 2026 “20 Under 40” for her work as Press Secretary to the Mayor of Los Angeles and supporting women in public office.

#IUAlumni #IUPBS #20under40

[IU Psychological and Brain Sciences @IUPsychBrain]

💞 Gen Z is engaging in romantic relationships less than previous generations, PBS Senior Lecturer Allan Roberts explains. 🔗Read more at the link in our bio.

#RomancePsychology #GenZ #IUB

[IU Psychological and Brain Sciences @IUPsychBrain]

👏 Congrats to PBS alum Ronak Shah, named to the 2026 College of Arts & Sciences “20 Under 40” for his work in education policy.

🔗 See the full list at the link in our bio.

#IUAlumni #IUPBS #20Under40

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IUPD Bloomington is hosting a FREE Self-Defense Training on April 7 from 4–6 PM. Open to IU students, faculty, and staff only.
Email [email protected] to register.
Spots are limited.

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Indiana University is proud to name six faculty members as Distinguished Professors, including members from the @IUCollege, @IUJSoM, and @IUColumbus. 🏅

The honor stands as the most prestigious appointment offered to honor faculty whose outstanding scholarship, artistic or literary distinction, or other achievements have won significant recognition by peers.

Learn more about these exceptional honorees: https://t.co/yurGi0cSdf

[IU Bloomington @IUBloomington]

From research to recreation, dual doctoral student Jillian Meyer is making the most of her time as a Hoosier.

Studying social psychology and cognitive science, she uses TikTok, video games and Substack as part of her research into how people make moral judgments and how social contexts shape the stories we share.

Outside of academics, Jillian also serves as a group exercise instructor with IU Recreational Sports, helping fellow students stay active and connected.

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/97RmJJ5wuL

[IU Bloomington @IUBloomington]

Help Hoosiers experience the best of their university years at the 2026 Student Experience Conference! 🏫⭐️

This conference is designed to explore the evidence, practices, and campus-wide approaches that collectively advance the student experience. This event is geared toward professionals in roles essential to faculty, supporting student achievement, institutional development, and academic excellence.

🔗Learn more and save your spot: https://t.co/r9vllag69g

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📢Reminder to all Spring Graduates at all campuses: It's time to order your cap, gown and other graduation keepsakes 🎓 Order by April 3 for the BEST PRICE. Check the link in our bio for more information 🔗

[IU Psychological and Brain Sciences @IUPsychBrain]

Congratulations to PBS grad student Joshua Watkins (advised by Andrea Hohmann) and Program in Neuroscience grad student Jung Hyun Park (advised by Hui-Chen Lu) on being finalists in the Indiana University Bloomington 3MT competition! 🎉

#IUGradStudents #IUB #IUPBS

[IU Psychological and Brain Sciences @IUPsychBrain]

Congratulations to our Clinical Science graduate students who matched with their clinical internship programs this February 🎉 We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in this next chapter!

#ClinicalPsychology #PhD #GraduateStudents #Psychology

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@WebsEdgeScience @IUB_PNS @BiophysicalSoc 👏👏👏

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🧠💡Check out this amazing research out of Farley Lab at PBS!

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What if the key to understanding Alzheimer’s lies in the vibrant world of sea slugs? The Farley Lab at @IUPsychBrain is diving deep into researching a compound that could potentially slow early Alzheimer's progression. @IUB_PNS @BiophysicalSoc #bps2026 https://t.co/SRbc5u1IY3

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Earlier this month, we were thrilled to join Girls Inc's Science Fest! Our grad students led hands-on activities and connected with future scientists. Empowering the next generation in STEM is one of our favorite ways to give back 💕 #STEM #IndianaUniversity

[IU Psychological and Brain Sciences @IUPsychBrain]

Congratulations to PBS graduate student Jasmine! Her study will survey middle school students to investigate aggression changes throughout the school year and how social goals and friendship networks shape those changes.

#IUGradStudents #YouthPsychology #IUPBS

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🐁🔗Read the article linked in our bio to learn how Professor Jeffrey Alberts, long-time faculty member of PBS, helped to shape our modern understanding of how life can be sustained outside of earth, sending pregnant rats into space.

#SpaceScience #IUPBS #LifeInSpace

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Congratulations to PBS graduate student Zinah! Her project examines how adolescents in Arab American families take on responsibilities during resettlement to the U.S., informing culturally responsive support for immigrant and refugee youth and families.

#IUPBS

[IU Psychological and Brain Sciences @IUPsychBrain]

We are excited to welcome back PBS alumna Dr. Carrie Ferrario (BA ’01), University of Michigan, as the 2026 Eliot S. Hearst Memorial Lecturer!

🔗Add to your calendar at the link in bio.

#IUPsychology #Neurobiology

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The IU CBT Clinic in Psychological & Brain Sciences offers research-informed mental health services to Bloomington adults. Services are provided by advanced clinical psychology grad students. Contact the clinic via the link in bio. ❤️🤍
#CBT #IndianaUniversity

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Follow the link in bio to hear the Noon Edition with PBS Professor Edward Hirt on the Hoosiers’ National Championship win.

#CFP #IndianaHoosiers #SportsPsychology

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Listen to WFHB’s Chasing Away Winter Blues with Claire Keefer, PBS student Regan Hauser, and Liv Kananowsky from IU’s Culture of Care for tips on Seasonal Affective Disorder and how IU supports student mental health — link in our bio.

#MentalHealth #IUCAPS #IUCultureofCare #WFHB