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S. Alexandra Burt is a distinguished professor in the Department of Psychology at Michigan State University. She earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology/Behavioral Genetics from the University of Minnesota in 2004, following an MA in the same field in 2001, and a BS in Psychology and History from Emory University in 1996. Her research focuses on understanding the etiology of aggressive and rule-breaking behaviors across the lifespan, emphasizing the role of environmental influences and genetic factors. Burt's innovative approach, termed 'experimental behavior genetics', seeks to bridge the gap between correlational and experimental research methods, aiming to enhance scientific inquiry into human behavior. She investigates the impact of neighborhood disadvantage and neurotoxicants on child development, resilience, and the biological embedding of such disadvantage. With ongoing NIH grants, her work includes identifying neural pathways affected by environmental risks and the role of mitochondrial DNA in human health. She is dedicated to advancing research that informs interventions to improve individual outcomes in psychology.
Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI
Faculty member in the Department of Psychology, focusing on clinical science.
Department of Psychology