Professor Dr. Michael Bernstein
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Biography
Michael Bernstein is an experimental psychologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Diagnostic Imaging at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. His research focuses on the intersection of cognitive science and medicine, particularly examining the analgesic properties of placebos to minimize opioid use in acute pain patients. Bernstein's notable work includes a NIDA K-01 award project investigating the effects of placebos. Additionally, he serves as a co-editor for a forthcoming book published by Mayo Clinic Press discussing the nocebo effect, which refers to the phenomenon where placebo effects cause more harm than good. He is the director of the Brown Medical Expectations Lab and also serves as the Associate Director of the Brown Radiology Human Factors Lab, along with his commitment to teaching and research in public health.
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Department: Department of Economics