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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
Psychologist
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| gptkbp:affiliation |
gptkb:University_of_Minnesota
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| gptkbp:almaMater |
gptkb:University_of_Minnesota
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| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:American_Psychological_Association_Distinguished_Scientist_Award
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| gptkbp:birthDate |
1937-07-20
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| gptkbp:children |
3
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| gptkbp:contribution |
Understanding nature vs. nurture
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| gptkbp:examinationType |
Twin studies
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| gptkbp:fellow |
gptkb:American_Academy_of_Arts_and_Sciences
gptkb:American_Association_for_the_Advancement_of_Science |
| gptkbp:field |
Psychology
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Thomas J. Bouchard Jr.
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| gptkbp:inception |
1979
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| gptkbp:influence |
Psychological research methodology
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| gptkbp:influenced |
Behavioral genetics research
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| gptkbp:influencedBy |
gptkb:Francis_Galton
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| gptkbp:knownFor |
Twin studies
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| gptkbp:nationality |
American
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| gptkbp:notableWork |
Minnesota_Study_of_Twins_Reared_Apart
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| gptkbp:occupation |
Professor
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| gptkbp:publications |
Behavioral Genetics: A Primer
Twin Studies: A Review The_Genetics_of_Personality The_Nature_of_Human_Intelligence Genetic_and_Environmental_Influences_on_Human_Psychological_Differences |
| gptkbp:researchAreas |
Psychological science
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| gptkbp:researchContribution |
Contributing to the understanding of mental health and genetics
Fostering collaboration between psychology and genetics Encouraging ethical considerations in genetic studies Promoting the importance of twin studies in psychology Advancing the understanding of human behavior Analyzing the impact of upbringing on twins Analyzing the role of genetics in addiction Contributing to the field of psychometrics Enhancing the study of genetic epidemiology Exploring the genetic basis of social behaviors Exploring the role of environment in development Identifying genetic influences on behavior Influencing public policy on genetic research Investigating intelligence and its heritability Promoting interdisciplinary research in psychology Studying personality traits and genetics Studying the genetic factors in resilience Studying the heritability of cognitive abilities Investigating the genetic influences on emotional regulation Contributing to the understanding of genetic diversity in behavior Exploring the genetic underpinnings of personality disorders Investigating the genetic basis of psychological disorders Studying the impact of genetics on interpersonal relationships |
| gptkbp:researchFocus |
Behavioral genetics
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| gptkbp:researchInterest |
Longitudinal studies
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| gptkbp:spouse |
Linda_Bouchard
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