Alec Beall, Ph.D.

About

Alec Beall, Ph.D., received his Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia in 2016 and is currently a postdoctoral researcher at UBC supported by a fellowship from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada. He has authored numerous original research articles on romantic attraction and human mate preferences. His main research goal is to further scholarly knowledge and understanding of close romantic relationships, sexual attraction, and goal-oriented human behavior more broadly.

Recent Posts

"Peloton Husband" Speaks Out

Few people know what it's like to be thrust into controversy quite like the actor who plays the "Peloton Husband" in a recent commercial. He gives his perspective.

The Best Gift to Give a Romantic Partner

Scrambling for Valentine's Day ideas? Recent research suggests this type of gift has the potential to improve your relationship.

Do Less Attractive Men Make Better Fathers?

Is there an association between parenting effort and attractiveness? Find out what evolutionary theory and recent empirical evidence suggest.

What Is the Sexiest Emotion for Women to Display?

Emotion research may provide happy women with yet another reason to smile.

What Is the Sexiest Emotion for Men to Display?

Why are bad boys so dreamy? Emotion research may help to explain.