I am a postdoctoral researcher in the Psychology of Peace and Violence Program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. 

I study how cognitive representations of history influence the way people think, feel, and behave. 
I focus on competitive histories by contrasting rivalry from mere competition. My initial work examined individualistic rivalries (e.g., at work, with hobbies), but I am presently extending the research into intergroup contexts (e.g., international conflict, team sports).​

I am currently working on a project awarded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) program to Dr. Bernhard Leidner (NSF BCS #1628458) investigating psychophysiological reactions to intergroup conflict and its consequences for peaceful reconciliation. 

Use the links above to see what research I've worked on, what other people have to say about it, some pictures I've taken, and other info.

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