Science Atlantic Psychology Conference 2023
May 3 to 4, 2023, hosted by Mount Saint Vincent University
Thank you to our generous conference sponsors!
Science Atlantic Undergraduate Research Award
Oral
Rachel Binns
Mount Allison University
How Bright is the Bright Side? Measurement and Implications of Toxic Positivity for the Self and Others
Poster
Akua Amankwah-Poku
Saint Francis Xavier University
Comparing Factors that Influence Mental Health and Help-seeking in University Students in Canada and in Ghana.
Science Communication Award
Oral
Karla Kenny
Saint Mary's University
Oh, That's so cringy! Exploring the Evolutionary Roots of Embarrassment
Poster
Noémie Thériault
Université de Moncton
Effects of Multimodal Distractors on Attention
Karen Nicholson Award in Neuropsychology
Oral
Aidan Steeves
Mount Allison University
The Impact of Cognitive Style on Visuo-Haptic Object Identification
See award winners from previous years
Science Atlantic Psychology Conference
2026 Award Winners
The 2026 Science Atlantic Psychology Undergraduate Research Conference was held May 21 and 22 at Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John’s.
Science Atlantic Undergraduate Research Award
First Place
Oral Presentation
Krista Gardner
Memorial University of Newfoundland, Grenfell Campus
Comparing the Impacts of Yin-inspired Restorative and Hatha Yogas on Perceived Stress, Sleep Quality, and Cognitive Function
First Place
Oral Presentation
Steven Nzoyamara
Memorial University of Newfoundland
The Impact of Subliminal Distraction on Representations in Visual Working Memory
Science Atlantic Science Communication Award
First Place
Oral Presentation
Mehar Sharma
Mount Saint Vincent University
Distress Tolerance and Alcohol Use in Adolescents: The Role of Biological Sex
First Place (tie)
Poster Presentation
Kiley Rowsell
St. Francis Xavier University
Empowered Encounters: Self Advocacy and Sexual Autonomy in University Campus Hookup Culture
First Place (tie)
Poster Presentation
Dylan Martin
Saint Mary's University
Awe, Beauty, and Meaning in Life
The Karen Nicholson Award in Neuropsychology
First Place
Poster Presentation
Keirra Haley
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Tonic Activation of the Locus Coeruleus: Behavioural Insights into Cognitive Function and Aging
CIHR-IGH-Sex and Gender Based Award
First Place
Oral Presentation
Leah Hicknell
St. Francis Xavier University
Exploring Women's Experiences with Autism Spectrum Disorder
First Place
Poster Presentation
Patrick Belgrave
Mount Saint Vincent University
Impact of Sex and ASD Symptom Severity on Somatic Complaints in Adolescents
Previous Award Winners
2025 Psychology Award Winners
Meet the award winners from the 2025 Science Atlantic Psychology Undergraduate Research Conference, held May 1–2 at St. Thomas University.
2024 Psychology Conference Award Winners
The 2024 Science Atlantic Psychology Conference was held May 9 and 10 at Saint Mary’s University.
2023 Psychology Award Winners
The 2023 Science Atlantic Psychology Conference was held May 3 and 4, at Mount Saint Vincent University.