Professor Dr. Niklas Fransson

Biography

Niklas Fransson is a senior lecturer at the University of Gothenburg in the Department of Psychology, specializing in Applied Psychology. He began his graduate studies in Psychology at the University of Gothenburg in 1990 and completed his doctoral thesis in 1997, also at this institution. Fransson teaches courses in Social Psychology and conducts research focusing on moral events, social cognition, judgment, and decision-making. His research aims to understand the features that influence how individuals perceive moral events and the associated emotional reactions. Notably, he explores the intersection of gender differences in salary expectations, as well as factors that make certain modes of transportation more attractive. Over the years, he has contributed to various publications, addressing conceptual definitions and measurements in environmental psychology and moral values. His work has been presented in numerous conferences, highlighting his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field and contributing to interdisciplinary studies concerning psychology and environmental concerns.

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