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Carol Dweck
Stanford University James McKeen Cattell Fellow Award As one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of motivation, Carol Dweck’s work bridges developmental, social, and personality psychology, and examines ... More>
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Claremont Graduate University James McKeen Cattell Fellow Award Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi has devoted his career to studying what makes people happy. His books and scientific research publications on creativity, innovation, and ... More>
Observer Article
True Grit
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Getting to that finish line takes stamina and determination. Researchers are working to identify how gritty individuals get things done. ... More>
Observer Article
Reflecting on a Lifetime of Achievement
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As part of its 25th anniversary, APS honors distinguished scientists who have transformed the field of psychological science over the past quarter century. In this issue, we celebrate the careers of Judy S. DeLoache, Bruce S. McEwen, and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. ... More>



