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College of Psychology
Professor - Psychology
Psychology and Neuroscience
College of Psychology
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Leanne Boucher, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at NSU's College of Psychology. Her primary research focuses on how cognition (attention, memory, learning) can be affected by movement (running, walking, SCUBA diving, Pilates, etc). In addition, Dr. Boucher conducts research on the scholarship of teaching and learning, understanding how different teaching techniques -- including neuroscience-themed escape rooms -- can be used to augment student learning.
Dr. Boucher is passionate about improving science communication and is the author of three children/teen books about the brain. One of those books, "Big Brain Book: How It Works and All Its Quirks," is a 2022 award winner for Kids’ Choice Book Awards from The Children’s Book Council. Dr. Boucher conducts scientific outreach at libraries, museums, and home-school environments, often roping her students in programs that share her love of psychological brain science with the community wherever possible.