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Justin J. Lehmiller, Ph.D.: Kinsey Institute researcher reshaping how we talk about sex

A Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute, Dr. Lehmiller bridges academic sexuality research and public conversation through books, blogs, and media appearances grounded in behavioral science.

By The Spotlight Desk · 2 min read

Culture

Kathleen Bogart Brings Disability Research Into Mainstream Conversation

Psychology professor Kathleen Bogart challenges ableism through research on disability, rare disorders, and facial differences. Her work appears in major outlets and informs workplace policy discussions.

By The Spotlight Desk · 2 min read

Culture

The Linguist Arguing That AI Chatbots Could Reshape How We Talk to Each Other

Linguist Maryellen MacDonald studies how speaking sharpens the brain, and now asks whether the way we talk to AI is changing how we talk to people.

By The Spotlight Desk · 3 min read