Forging a new field of social neuroscience
Pioneering work by Profs. John Cacioppo and Jean Decety explains interplay of biology and social lives
Study finds generosity after 2008 earthquake in China fell, rose depending on age
Research by Prof. Jean Decety demonstrates how altruism fluctuates in children
How disasters and trauma can affect children's empathy
Prof. Jean Decety co-authors study that measures children's empathy levels after earthquake in China
Time Magazine
Research shows the brain quickly determines intent of harmful actions
UChicago study led by Prof. Jean Decety finds that witnesses can tell whether it is intentional or accidental
Unshakable Humanity: Altruism and Disaster
Prof. Jean Decety and colleagues use natural disaster as natural 'stress test' to examine children's altruism in face of adversity
