Keanan Joyner
Psychology
University of California Berkeley
About Professor Keanan Joyner
Professor Keanan Joyner is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, a prestigious institution renowned for its rigorous academic environment and leading research contributions in the field of psychology. The Berkeley Psychology Department is recognized for its commitment to addressing complex psychological phenomena through innovative research and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a focus on areas such as addiction psychology and externalizing psychopathology, the department fosters a vibrant academic community that encourages critical thinking and the pursuit of knowledge, making it an ideal setting for aspiring psychologists to thrive.
🧬Research Focus
Professor Joyner’s research program, directed through the Clinical Research on Externalizing and Addiction Mechanisms (C.R.E.A.M.) Lab, delves into the developmental and psychological mechanisms underlying substance use disorders. His work emphasizes the importance of cognitive and affective disturbances in addiction and explores the interplay between disinhibition and reward sensitivity as dispositional traits influencing addiction risk. Utilizing advanced methodologies such as EEG event-related potentials and ecological momentary assessment, his research aims to create innovative models that enhance the generalizability of addiction studies, particularly for minoritized and socioeconomically disadvantaged populations. These investigations hold the potential for significant breakthroughs in addiction prevention and intervention strategies.
🎓Student Fit & Career
Graduate students seeking to work with Professor Joyner would benefit from a solid foundation in psychology, along with an interest in behavioral economics and genetics. Ideal candidates would possess analytical skills and a passion for research-driven inquiry, as well as a commitment to addressing social disparities in mental health. Under his academic mentorship, PhD students can explore various career paths, including academic positions, clinical research, or roles within public health initiatives. Engaging in this research area equips students with the expertise and experience necessary to contribute meaningfully to the field of addiction psychology and beyond.
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I worked with the lab on a short project using ecological momentary assessment. Supervision during the project was practical and focused on measurement design and implementation. The workload for analyses was significant but manageable with clear milestones. Good match for students interested in translational addiction research and multimodal measurement.
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