Dr. David Williams

Professor

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Biography

David M. Williams received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Stockton University, followed by a Master of Science and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Virginia Tech. He joined the research faculty at Brown University in 2006 before becoming a teaching faculty member in 2009. Williams has published several influential books, including titles focusing on health behaviors, emotional factors influencing health, and the promotion of physical activity. His research primarily examines how affective and cognitive factors impact health-related decisions and behavior. Williams holds several prestigious NIH research grants, emphasizing the promotion of health behaviors such as exercise and smoking cessation. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field of behavioral medicine and for excellence in teaching and mentorship at Brown University. Williams is actively involved in academic societies such as the American Psychological Association and the Society of Behavioral Medicine, enhancing his influence in the domain of public health and behavioral science.

Research Interests

Awards

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NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein Award

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Citation Award

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NIH Loan Repayment Award Clinical Research

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Outstanding Recent Alumnus Award

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Early Career Investigator Award

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Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching

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Fellow

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Dean’s Award for Excellence in Mentoring

Courses

Behavioral Social Science Theory in Health Promotion Affect, Emotion, and Health Behavior Health Communication

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics