Dr. Joanna Pozzulo

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Biography

Joanna Pozzulo is a Chancellor's Professor in the Department of Psychology at Carleton University, specializing in the field of child forensic psychology. Her primary research focuses on understanding memory in the context of crime witnessing across the lifespan, particularly concerning young eyewitnesses. Dr. Pozzulo aims to develop age-appropriate identification procedures for police use, minimizing the risk of wrongful conviction related to eyewitness testimonies. She is also interested in the extralegal factors affecting juror decision-making in sexual assault cases. Beyond her work on memory and eyewitness testimonies, Dr. Pozzulo leads the Mental Health Well-Being Research Training Hub and is passionate about enhancing well-being through knowledge mobilization. Additionally, she runs a digital community book club focusing on evidence-based literature for personal growth and well-being. Dr. Pozzulo maintains a research blog, “On Witness Stand,” contributing to ongoing discussions on forensic psychology and the judicial process.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carleton University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
PTE
Listening
Required:60
Reading
Required:60
Writing
Required:60
Speaking
Required:60
Overall
Required:60
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
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Specialization Notes

Includes MEng and MASc options.