Research

My program of research deals with ad-based persuasion, the impact of emotion/affect on consumer judgments and persuasion, and human values. My research interests also include structural equation models and methodological issues.

According to Google Scholar, I am still one of the most cited research faculty at CSULB. Click here to review my publications and other scholarly & creative works.

Core Research Topics

  • Advertising & persuasion (message effects, attitudes, and behavioral intentions)
  • Emotion/affect in consumer judgment and decision-making
  • Human values and value-based persuasion
  • Methodological issues in social science research

Methods & Analytic Skills/Techniques

  • Structural equation modeling (SEM)
  • Scale development and measurement validation
  • Experimental design and survey research

  • Various statistical techniques: e.g., ANOVA/MANOVA, regression, Hayes Process mediation/moderation, SEM

Looking for collaboration or consulting?

If you are interested in collaborating on research, or would like consulting support with research design, analysis, or report writing, please reach out.