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Betsy Levy Paluck is the Eugene Higgins Professor of Psychology and Public Affairs at Princeton University. Her research interests primarily focus on applied behavioral science, particularly in examining intimate partner violence, the consequences of violence participation, and the effects of university culture on students. She utilizes experimental methods and pragmatic theories to generate predictions about behavior in real-world settings, aiming to contribute to peacebuilding in post-conflict situations. Paluck actively engages her graduate students in weekly workshops to discuss project developments. She has made significant contributions to the fields of social psychology through her innovative research designs and has published extensively on topics related to social norms, prejudice reduction, and community engagement. With an academic background that includes a depth of experience in both lab and field experimentation, she seeks to employ psychological theory to address pressing social issues, leveraging her insights to inform institutional and public policies.
GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.