Monthly News & Updates

October 2026 | Issue 10

This newsletter in brief (scroll down for full content)

Last call for Science Communication Editor, 2027 Collaborative Symposium.
Announcing search for Editors-in-Chief for Behavior Research Methods.
2026 Program and Abstract Book is now available.
Poster printing at the 2026 annual meeting hotel!
PS Journal AP&P released a Special Issue celebrating Dr. Mary Peterson.
Dr. Jeanette Altarriba to deliver 2027 Keynote in New Orleans.
2028 Annual Meeting back at Montreal (Nov 2-5).

Congratulations to the Fall 2026 Class of Fellows

The Fellows program recognizes select members who demonstrate clear evidence of independent scholarship, active engagement in methodologically rigorous and theoretically interesting high-level research, and indications of an imminent national/international reputation for excellence in the psychological sciences.

The Psychonomic Society Governing Board is pleased to welcome the following members as the newest Fellows of the Society, thanks to the diligent work of the Fellows Committee.

Jonathan Banks, Nova Southeastern University

Andrés Buxó-Lugo, University at Buffalo, SUNY

Lin Chen, The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

W. Matthew Collins, Nova Southeastern University

Heather Flowe, University of Birmingham

Christian Frings, Trier University

Leamarie Gordon, Assumption University

Ethan Kutlu, University of Iowa

Kimele Persaud, Rutgers University - Newark

Adam Putnam, Furman University

Casey Roark, University of New Hampshire

Julia Soares, New Mexico State University

Dawn Weatherford, Texas A&M University-San Antonio

Open Calls

Science Communication Editor Search Closing Soon

The deadline to apply for the Science Communication Editor is October 26, 2026. The Science Communication Editor will lead the Society's science communication efforts by creating engaging content for the website, newsletter, and social media platforms. Additionally, the Editor is expected to select and manage a team of up to five Associate Editors and to oversee the Society's social media efforts during each Annual Meeting. The term is expected to be from January 2027 through December 2029, with an annual stipend of $10,000. Interested parties should complete the application form no later than October 26. See the PS website for additional information.

ESCoP 2027 Collaborative Symposium Submission Deadline Approaching

Proposals for a symposium to be delivered at the 25th conference of the European Society for Cognitive Psychology (ESCoP) are due on November 9, 2026. This conference is hosted by the Babeș-Bolyai University in the heart of Cluj-Napoca, Romania (ESCoP 2027). The symposium will be held at a time to be determined during the meeting, between August 30 and September 4, 2027. Researchers interested in participating are encouraged to submit their proposals for consideration. Proposals that are not accepted will be passed on to the Program Committee at ESCoP for further consideration. See additional information and instructions on how to submit a proposal.

Search for the Next Two Editors-in-Chief for Behavior Research Methods Underway

We are excited to announce an international search for new Editors-in-Chief (EIC) for one of PS' esteemed journals, Behavior Research Methods. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced researchers to shape the future of these publications and contribute to the advancement of our field.

Key Details

Application Deadline: February 15, 2027
Start Date: January 1, 2028 (accepting manuscripts)
Competitive honorarium provided
Publisher: Springer

For additional details see the PS website.

Role

The Editor-in-Chief serves as the primary scientific advisor to the journal and chairs the Editorial Board.

They are responsible for:

Providing leadership and strategic vision
Maintaining the journal's standard of excellence
Building its international reputation
Shaping long-term goals

Nominations are now being solicited and will be considered until February 15, 2027. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged. Please use this form to submit the following:

A brief message expressing interest in the editorship
The nominee's current curriculum vitae
Names and email addresses of three references who can speak to the nominee's qualifications for the position

Selection for Spring 2027 Class of Fellows

Psychonomic Society Fellows are among the most distinguished researchers in cognitive psychology, recognized for their significant scientific contributions and methodologically rigorous research. If you have developed expertise in your area, have made significant, independent contributions to the field, and have shown consistent engagement with the Society, consider nominating yourself (or a colleague) for Fellowship recognition. Nominations for the Spring 2027 Class of Fellows will be accepted through March 1, 2027.

2026 Annual Meeting

Join Us in San Diego

Mark your calendar for the Psychonomic Society's 67th Annual meeting in San Diego, California! Take your pick of more than 1,250 spoken, poster, and data blitz presentations that push the boundaries of our science along with opportunities to network and collaborate. Check the PS 2026 Meeting web page often for all Annual Meeting related updates.

2026 Program and Abstract Book Available

The 2026 Annual Meeting Program and Abstract Book is now available online! Download a copy.

2026 Keynote Address

Imagine no resources: Attention is selection and normalization for choice

Gordon D. Logan, Vanderbilt University

Thursday, November 19, 7:30-8:30 PM PT

Marriott Grand Ballroom 5 & 8 (North Tower, Lower Lobby)

For many years, research on attention has been dominated by theories based on the assumption that attention is limited in capacity. These include the limited-capacity channel theories of Welford and Broadbent and capacity or resource theories of Moray, Posner, and Kahneman. I will challenge those theories and their many descendants by asking why capacity is limited and what role capacity plays in the computations required to perform attention tasks. See more.

Symposia at the Annual Meeting

Misinformation in the Wild: Characterizing and Correcting Misinformation in Real-World Contexts
Understanding Nature and Cognition: Methodological Approaches, New Discoveries, Emerging Perspectives on Human-Environment Interaction, and Future Research Directions
Cognitive Aging in Diverse Populations (2026 Symposium on Cognition, Behavior, and Society)
Collective Future Thinking at Times of War and Conflict
What We Miss When We Study Cognition, Metacognition, and Motivation Separately

For additional information, see the PS website.

Poster Printing Available at the Hotel's Vendor

Poster printing is available through the FedEx office located in the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. Poster presenters can submit their poster for printing using this link. Additional instructions for submitting your poster for printing are available.

You may print your poster ahead of time and bring it with you, or you may order a printed version of your poster from a nearby print shop. If you choose to use a local print shop over the Fed-Ex office at the hotel, we strongly encourage you to contact them far in advance of the conference for instructions on how to submit your poster for printing and a printing timeline. Print shops often cannot print posters at the last minute. Planning ahead is strongly advised.

See the 2026 Poster Presentation Guide for additional information.

Graduate Student Social

Friday, November 20, 7:30-10:30 PM PT
South Pool Patio

Meet other student members at the Annual Meeting. Light hors d’oeuvres and one drink ticket good for beer, wine, soda, or bottled water will be handed out per person (limited

availability). You must be over 21 to attend. Bring an appropriate ID and your PS Annual Meeting name badge.

Diversity & Inclusion Reception

Friday, November 20, 5:45-7:00 PM PT

Presidio 1 & 2 (North Tower, Lobby Level)

Please join us for a reception celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our field. We hope to foster a welcoming environment where people of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups such as first-generation scholars, feel valued, supported, and heard. Come connect with one another and celebrate the unique perspectives each of you brings to our community.

Jogonomics

Saturday, November 20, 6:00 AM PT

Pacific Ballroom Lobby near the Registration Desk

Join your fellow Psychonomes on a 5K or 5-mile run. You choose a distance and a pace that works best for you. Sign up for Jogonomics when you register for the meeting. A waiver is required and can be found here. Participants will meet in the Pacific Ballroom Lobby near the PS Registration Desk. Sign up for Jogonomics when you register for the Annual Meeting and complete the waiver.

New in 2026: Dining with Psychonomes

The Dining with Psychonomes initiative aims to help annual meeting attendees connect with others in a casual, welcoming setting. All PS Annual Meeting attendees may participate.

You can still add your name as an organizer, or join as a participant! Organizers will coordinate small groups for breakfast, lunch, coffee, or dinner at an affordable restaurant near the conference hotel. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet new colleagues and help foster a welcoming community within the Society. Spots are filling up fast! Find more information on the PS website.

Still Time to Register at Standard Rates

The deadline to register for the 2026 Annual Meeting at standard rates is October 31. Register now before rates increase and be sure to join approximately 2,000 of your colleagues in San Diego, California, USA, November 19-22.

Hotel Room Block Nearly Sold Out

The special rates for hotel room reservations for the 2026 Annual Meeting will remain available only until the room block is filled or until October 26, whichever comes first. The hotel has informed us that there are very few rooms left in our room block, so please act promptly to secure your hotel reservation.

Book Your Room

2026 Carbon Conscious Award

Apply for the 2026 Carbon Conscious Award for a chance to win a digital certificate of recognition and a $100 USD digital gift card. Learn more and apply here.

2026 Advertisers & Exhibitors

Psychonomic Society Journals

Attention, Perception, & Psychophysics:

A Special Issue Celebrating Dr. Mary Peterson

AP&Ps special issue in honor of Dr. Mary Peterson has been released. It celebrates her pioneering, three-decade-plus legacy in visual perception and her profound impact as a mentor, highlighting cutting-edge research across a wide range of different areas and approaches inspired by her work. View the special issue.

Recently Published

Attention, Perception, & Psychophysics

Volume 88, Issue 7

Behavior Research Methods

Volume 58, Issue 11

Cognitive, Affective, & Behavioral Neuroscience

Volume 26, Issue 5

Psychonomic Bulletin & Review

Volume 33, Issue 8

See all eight PS Journals (including the newest, Individual Differences in Cognition )

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Breaking News

Dr. Jeanette Altarriba to Deliver 2027 Keynote in New Orleans

Jeanette Altarriba is SUNY Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology and Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, at the University at Albany, State University of New York. She received her BA (1986) from Florida International University and her MA (1988) and PHD (1990) from Vanderbilt University. Her work has been funded by the American Psychological Association, the National Institutes of Health, and from institutions such as the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the University at Albany, the State University of New York (SUNY), and more recently from Prince Sultan University for the study of COVID-19 Health Communication and Key Moderators of Message Framing. See more.

2028 Annual Meeting to be Held in Montreal

We are excited to announce that the PS Annual Meeting in 2028 will be held in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, November 2 - November 5. Save the date and be sure to join your colleagues at the Palais des congrès de Montréal in 2028.

Please note that the 2028 Annual Meeting will take place earlier in the month than is customary.

Photo credit: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation

2021 Fall Fellow Felipe De Brigard Selected as 2026 MacArthur Fellow

Psychonomic Society Fellow Felipe De Brigard has been announced as a 2026 MacArthur Fellow. Felipe De Brigard is a philosopher and cognitive scientist reshaping our understanding of the nature and function of memory. He integrates tools and frameworks from philosophy, psychology, and neuroscience in theoretical and empirical investigations into how memory relates to other cognitive functions, such as causal and moral judgement, imagination, and forgiveness. In his current research, De Brigard considers the implications for everyday human experience of episodic memory being a form of imaginative or hypothetical thinking. Congratulations Felipe!