{"id":576,"date":"2026-03-08T19:19:47","date_gmt":"2026-03-08T19:19:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/wnypsychologyconference\/?page_id=576"},"modified":"2026-04-05T19:16:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T19:16:51","slug":"2026-conference-presentations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ubwp.buffalo.edu\/wnypsychologyconference\/2026-conference-presentations\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Conference Presentations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Poster Presentations: Session 1 <\/mark><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

(9:10 – 10:10 am)<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. \u201cCollege Relationships & Alcohol Study\u201d presented by Brooklyn Hunley<\/strong> (Hilbert College, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Caitlin Szalkowski)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. \u201cThe Effect of Teneurin-4 on Cue-Reactivity\u201d presented by Eunice Olusanya<\/strong>, and Nana Amissah (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Paul Meyer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. \u201cDisaster Cause Attributions Predict Support for Disaster Mitigation Policies\u201d presented by Caitlin Ciancanelli<\/strong>, J. W. Pardee, C. T. Smith, and J. von Meding (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Marjorie Prokosch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. \u201cThe Masculine Identity: Competitiveness as the Barrier to Male Empathy\u201d presented by Brando Diaz II<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Michael J. Poulin)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. \u201cTeacher Quality and Its Effects on Students Feelings of Inadequacy\u201d presented by Deana Sanchez<\/strong> (Alfred University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Amy Button-Ervin)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. \u201cPrenatal Drug Abuse: Implications for Obesity and Inflammation in Offspring\u201d presented by Ayanna Varma<\/strong>, Trisha Jupudy<\/strong>, and Samantha Penman (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Panayotis Thanos)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. \u201cCollege Students’ Concerns Regarding Access to Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Care\u201d presented by Nikko Sandgren<\/strong>, Adrian Roberts<\/strong>, and Darrin Rogers (SUNY Fredonia, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Lee Golembiewski)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. \u201cPubertal hormones are necessary for the development of the forebrain vasopressin pathway\u201d presented by Elizabeth Camacho<\/strong>, Thalia Lopez, Zoey Forrester-Fronstin, Matthew Cerbone, Chelsea Clark, and Jillian Woodhams (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Matthew J. Paul)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. \u201cAwe, Humility, and Prosocial Behavior: Potential Implications of Objective Experience for Introspection and Interpersonal Relationships\u201d presented by Evelyn Dainty, Elena Esh, Emily Mahoney<\/strong>,and Jacob Schick <\/strong>(Houghton University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Alison Young Reusser)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. \u201cThe Facets of Honesty\/Humility and Openness within the HEXACO Model in Relation to Intention to Commit Academic Dishonesty\u201d presented by Ava Grisetti<\/strong> (Mercyhurst University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Derek McKay)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. \u201cAn Investigation of Visual Pattern Perception in Goldfish (Carassius auratus)\u201d presented by Maya Garaway<\/strong>, Anna Sofia Hege, Logan Brownell, Rose Khoobyar, Jo Clore, Julia Zelvinsky, Sarah Borkowski, and Riley Heckman (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Caroline M. DeLong)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. \u201cJoint Impact of Executive Function and Emotion Regulation on Aggression Subtypes in Early Childhood\u201d presented by Katherine Kremer<\/strong>, and Maggie Azu-Narcisse (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jamie Ostrov)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. \u201cThe Original ACE Questionnaire Overlooks All Forms of Adversity\u201d presented by Neha Shahzad<\/strong> (Alfred University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Beth Johnson)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. \u201cDoes my professor think I can improve? Perceived mindset, Psychological vulnerability, and Student Affect\u201d presented by Reuben Noronha<\/strong>, Beatriz Goncalves<\/strong>, Jake Verschoyle<\/strong>, Pedro Costa Silva<\/strong>, and Lawrence Bellamy<\/strong> (Houghton University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Allison Young Reusser)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. \u201cSocial Media and Consumer Behavior: The Role of Active vs. Passive TikTok Use\u201d presented by Bridgette Johnson<\/strong>, Aurora Trinkwalder<\/strong>, and Jada Francis<\/strong> (Buffalo State University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kimberly Kamper DeMarco)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. \u201cDoes tempo provide sufficient evidence to elicit a transition from song to speech in perception and production?\u201d presented by Caden Giardino<\/strong>, Ryan Lane<\/strong>, and Matthew Proy (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Peter Q. Pfordresher)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  17. \u201cLending a Hand: Social Support as a Buffer to Suicide Risk in Older Adults with Walking Impairments\u201d presented by Anna Yatteau<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Julie Bowker)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  18. \u201cAssociations Between Adderall use, Nicotine use, and Social Disconnection\u201d presented by Georgi Hirschegger<\/strong>, Elena Baldo, Gianna Gallo, and Carolyn Ko (SUNY Binghamton, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Lina Begdache)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  19. \u201cCross-Cultural Differences in Attitudes Across Relationships\u201d presented by Guillermo Freeburg Rojas<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kenneth DeMarree)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  20. \u201cRace and Gender in the Evaluation of Police Officers: A Mixed-Model Analysis of Warmth, Competence, and Approachability\u201d presented by Gianna Giangrande<\/strong>, D. Wolfe, and M. Barbaro (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Marjorie Prokosch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  21. \u201cReel Learning or Real Learning? How Format Influences Retention\u201d presented by Aiyana Reynolds<\/strong> (Buffalo State University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Eyad J. Naseralla)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  22. \u201cThe influence of lifetime adversity on well-being and gerotranscendence in late midlife\u201d presented by Sydney Kosnik<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Hollen Reischer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  23. \u201cSocial Impacts of ADHD in the College Transition\u201d presented by Grace Eagen<\/strong> (Keuka College, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Nicholas Koberstein)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  24. \u201cRevisiting the Basking in Reflected Glory Effect: Friends\u2019 Popularity and Likeability and Adolescent Psychological Well-Being\u201d presented by Sarah England<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Julie Bowker)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  25. \u201cParental Support Of College Major and Anxiety Levels in College Students\u201d presented by Morgan Keil<\/strong> (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jessamy Comer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  26. \u201cNeuroinflammation and peripheral inflammation assessment following THC and Nicotine in utero exposure and unpredictable chronic mild stress in adolescence\u201d presented by Kayla Ferrigno<\/strong>, Ayanna Varma<\/strong>, Linus Robideau<\/strong>, and Samantha Penman (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Panayotis K. Thanos)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Oral Presentations<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    (10:20 \u2013 11:20 am)<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. \u201cGender and Mental Health Literacy: Association with Help-Seeking After a Community Mental Health Program\u201d presented by Jared Liu<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Rebecca Ashare)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. \u201cNeural Responses to Emotional Displays of In-Party and Out-Party Politicians\u201d presented by Limat Haile<\/strong>, Prashansa Chakrapani<\/strong>, Reuben Noronha<\/strong>, and Davannah Dunn<\/strong> (Houghton University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Alison Young Reusser)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. \u201cUnderstanding Different Apathy Scales and Their Relationships\u201d presented by Keefe Suen<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kenneth DeMarree)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. \u201cSexual Phallacies: Exploring How Pornography Usage Relates to College Students\u2019 Endorsement of Sexual Myths Found in Pornography\u201d presented by Jana Alexandrine B. Ausa<\/strong> (SUNY Fredonia, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Elizabeth A. Mahar)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Poster Presentations<\/strong>: Session 2<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      (12:50 \u2013 1:50 pm)<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. \u201cHow Do Clinicians Feel Autism Spectrum Disorder Is Screened, Assessed, and Diagnosed?\u201d presented by Evan Davis<\/strong> (Alfred University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Amy Button-Ervin)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. \u201cCognitive and Emotional Predictors of Anxiety in Emerging Adults\u201d presented by Sayyada Khaki<\/strong> (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jessamy Comer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. \u201cPerformance and Collective Effervescence\u201d presented by Victoria Wedgewood<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Shira Gabriel)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. \u201cAn Investigation of the Relationship Between Social Media and Mental Health\u201d presented by Skylar Breinlinger<\/strong> (Hilbert College, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Caitlin Szalkowski)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. \u201cThe Relationship Between Malicious Compliance and Individual Difference Traits in the Classroom\u201d presented by Sydney Fagan<\/strong> (Daemen University, Faculty Advisors: Drs. Dennis Poepsel & Denise Emer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. \u201cCollege Students\u2019 Perceptions of Campus Climate and How It Impacts Their Mental Health\u201d presented by Yarelis Rodriguez<\/strong>, and Samaria Hicks<\/strong> (SUNY Fredonia, Faculty Advisor: Drs. Lee Golembiewski & Darrin Rogers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. \u201cAuditory Stress and Environmental Context as Modulators of Alzheimer\u2019s-Related Behavioral Decline\u201d presented by Grace LeVea<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Micheal Dent)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      8. \u201cPrenatal Inhaled Nicotine Exposure Produces Sex-Dependent Neuroinflammatory Effects in Offspring\u201d presented by Jason Wyant<\/strong>, Sam Penman, Nicole Roeder, Huy Lu, George Lagamjis, Saptarshi Chakraborty, and HyunAh Lee (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Panayotis K. Thanos)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      9. \u201cEmotion Regulation and Social Media\u201d presented by Jada Francis<\/strong>, Bridgette Johnson<\/strong>, and Aurora Trinkwalder<\/strong> (Buffalo State University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kimberly Kamper DeMarco)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      10. \u201cLearning Styles Essentialism, and Trust: A Replication of Nancekivell et al. (2020)\u201d presented by Jozie Zickafoose<\/strong>, Cora Paige<\/strong>, Nitiva McGeachy, and Luz Pelayo Pelayo (Houghton University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Alison Young Reusser)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      11. \u201cInfluence of Gonadal Hormones on the Development of Parvalbumin in the Medial Prefrontal Cortex of Juvenile Siberian Hamsters\u201d presented by Isabella Rivera<\/strong>, Michael Kaykov, Brycen Coleman, and Zoey Forrester-Fronstin (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Matthew Paul)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      12. \u201cPathogen Avoidance and Partner Standards: Effects of Germ Aversion and Perceived Infectability\u201d presented by Kathryn Ogbata<\/strong>, D. Lindberg, J. Moran, and D. R. Murray (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Marjorie L. Prokosch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      13. \u201cSolitude-Seeking Motivations and Their Links to Time Alone and Emotion When Alone During Emerging Adulthood\u201d presented by Kenzy Zikry<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Julie Bowker)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      14. \u201cLife outlook, relationships, and stress: A comparison of sibling pairs with and without mental illness\u201d presented by Maggy Mundschau<\/strong> (Niagara University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Carolyn Shivers)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      15. \u201cIntragastric tannic acid infusions suppress licking behavior in rats\u201d presented by Matthew Graves<\/strong>, and Emily Demieri (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Ann-Marie Torregrossa)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      16. \u201cAssessing the Validity of Two Video-Based Scenarios for Use in Bystander Research\u201d presented by Micah Sinclair<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kathleen Parks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      17. \u201cDevelopment of coding system for climate change prototypes study\u201d presented by Nathaniel Kilbridge<\/strong>, W. Rose, A. N. Krause, and D. Lindberg (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Marjorie L. Prokosch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      18. \u201cPsilocybin\u2019s Effects on Nicotine Self-Administration in an Enriched Environment\u201d presented by Michael Murawski<\/strong> (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Paul Meyer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      19. \u201cTestosterone and social decision making in non-competitive contexts\u201d presented by Franka Wittenberg<\/strong> (Canisius University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Nathan Arbuckle)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      20. \u201cPsychosocial Correlates of Illicit Stimulant Use Among College Students: Substance Escalation, Self-Perception, and Social Ties\u201d presented by Zachary Costanza<\/strong>, Emma Hobel, and Hera Khan (SUNY Binghamton, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Lina Begdache)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      21. \u201cTNF-\u03b1 Signaling in Prenatal Nicotine Exposure: Consequences for Neurodevelopment and Cognitive Function\u201d presented by Afifa Roja<\/strong>, Mariana Delgado, Ojas Pareek, and Samantha Penman (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Panayotis K. Thanos)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      22. \u201cHow can organizations support gender minority employees? A qualitative examination\u201d presented by Ivan Mui<\/strong>, Kelsey Solomon<\/strong>, and Izilda Pereira-Jorge (University at Buffalo, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Kim Chaney)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      23. \u201cAn Examination of the Relationship Between Substance Use and Psychological Distress in College Students\u201d presented by Amanda Humel<\/strong>, and Cecilia LaFever<\/strong> (Buffalo State University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Howard Reid and Dr. Kimberly Kamper DeMarco)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      24. \u201cThe Misinformation Effect in Music\u201d presented by Daniel Heider<\/strong> (Alfred University, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Amy Button-Ervin)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      25. \u201cDo Goldfish Visually Discriminate Between Achromatic 2D Stimuli?\u201d presented by Rose Khoobyar<\/strong>, Maya Garaway, Anna Sofia Hege, Sasha Markle, Jo Clore, Riley Heckman, Lumi Poysa, Hope Hebert, and Julia Zelvinsky (Rochester Institute of Technology, Faculty Advisor: Dr. Caroline DeLong)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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