1. Social Class and Network Homogeneity As part of a broader project on social class and intergroup relations, I examine how the degree of homogeneity within social class groups shapes psychological outcomes. This research explores how network composition reinforces or challenges class-based boundaries, and how such dynamics influence perceptions of social class, intergroup relations, and social mobility.
With the support of the SNSF Ambizione obtained by Dr. Anatolia Batruch
2. Poverty in Economically Unequal Context: Psychological Consequences
My research explores how the experience of poverty interacts with economic inequality to shape psychological outcomes. I investigate how the lack of financial resources affects cognitive processes, such as decision-making and attention, and how these effects are amplified or mitigated in contexts with varying levels of income inequality.
With the support of the ANR COGPOV obtained by Pr. Alice Normand
3. Mental Visual Representation of Social Class
I study how individuals mentally represent social class and how these perceptions are influenced by economic and social factors. Using reverse correlation methods, I examine the intersection of social class and gender to uncover biases in mental imagery. Additionally, I investigate how economic inequality shapes visual representations of social class, providing insights into the ways inequality affects perception and stereotyping.
With the support of the EASP Seedcorn Grant with Lisa Fourgassie
4. Research Practices
In parallel, I am also interested in the developments of new research practices in psychological science. Specifically, I explore the use of simulations at various stages of the research process and advocate for reflection on the criteria used for assessing scientific contributions.