Campbell Leaper

Professor, Psychology, University of California

Campbell Leaper is Professor and Chair of Psychology at the University of California, Santa Cruz. His research program investigates aspects of gender development and sexism during childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. This has included several studies on sexism and gender bias among girls and women in STEM. Professor Leaper has served on the editorial boards of Child Development, Developmental Psychology, and Sex Roles; and he is co-chair and organizer of the Biennial Gender Development Research Conference.

Blogs from Campbell Leaper

Helping and hindering undergraduate women’s STEM motivation: Experiences with STEM encouragement, STEM-related gender bias, and sexual harassment

Sexual harassment and gender bias in STEM fields significantly undermine women's motivation and career aspirations, highlighting the urgent need for supportive and inclusive environments.

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