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Aarushi Chavan

Research Assistant I

Rishika Selvakumar

Research Project Coordinator

Claire Thomas

Research Assistant II

Sheida is a doctoral student in Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo. She researches human-computer interaction, human-factors engineering, and interaction design. Her current research emphasizes the development of usable and effective touchscreen interfaces for individuals with dementia and mild cognitive impairment. 


Sheida Marashi

Research Mentor

Alexis is a doctoral student in Measurement, Evaluation, and Research Methodology (MERM) at the University of British Columbia.  She focuses on issues of low-quality data in online samples and measurement validation. Alexis is dedicated to establishing and implementing best research practices to uphold research accuracy and integrity. 

Alexis Webster

Research Mentor

I am in my last year pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of British Columbia. Psychology and human behaviour has been a topic that has caught my interest since I was young. I enjoy learning about the complexities surrounding why we do what we do. I hope to continue my education and pursue a master’s degree in counselling psychology.

Lissy Liu

Research Assistant

Brishk graduated from the Faculty of Science at UBC, majoring in behavioural neuroscience. Her journey into psychology is rooted in a strong desire to understand individual and collective behaviours, particularly the impact of daily environmental factors on human behaviour. Outside the research group, she enjoys reading, painting, and volunteering at various research outlets.

Brishk Manzoor

Research Assistant II

Sheldon recently completed his Bachelor of Psychology at the University of British Columbia.

His areas of study include clinical psychology, developmental psychology, and social justice. He hopes to research how these fields intersect to improve our understanding of the diverse factors involved in human development. He plans to pursue a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and hopes to use his knowledge and skills to help guide struggling young adults.

Sheldon Sargent

Research Assistant II

Research

Harris Dixson

Research Assistant I

Afnan Sahibzada

Research Assistant I

Aarushi Sharma

Research Assistant I

Annette Idiagbor

Research Assistant I

Ron Steckly

Research Mentor

I grew up in Calgary, Alberta and am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science. My interest in psychology sparked when I first encountered learning about the human brain.

In my free time, I volunteer as a crisis responder and love spending time with those abroad via a penpal program! I love travelling and enjoy training MMA & boxing on the weekends!

Waleed Bari

Research Assistant I

I am in the fourth year of studying for my Bachelor of Psychology and English Literature at the University of British Columbia. My passion for psychology stems from my desire to help others find stability and joy in their lives, as well as my love for learning about and exploring the human mind. Outside academia, I volunteer as a crisis responder and enjoy practicing hot yoga.

Tessa McDermid

Research Assistant II

I am currently in my final year of pursuing a dual degree in Bachelor of Psychology and Master of Management at the University of British Columbia. My interest in psychology began with a desire to learn about the intricacies of the human mind and has since expanded to encompass the influence of culture on individuals. Venturing into vocational psychology and acculturation research, I am captivated by the impact of cultural transitions on individuals' career paths and identities.

Chahat Garg

Research Coordinator

Alumni

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