In recognition of his work on beliefs, attitudes and behaviors, Distinguished University Professor Richard Petty recently received one of the highest honors in the sciences.
By Jeff Grabmeier
Ohio State News
grabmeier.1@osu.edu
A psychology professor from The Ohio State University has been elected to the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, one of the highest honors a scientist can receive.
Richard Petty, Distinguished University Professor of psychology, received the honor in recognition of his distinguished and continuing achievements in original research. While Petty has received many awards in his career, he said this one is special.
“It is a real capstone for my career, for sure. None of the previous awards, for which I am also very grateful, can top being elected to the National Academy,” Petty said.
“Professor Petty’s many contributions to the field of social psychology have reshaped our understanding of human behavior. His election to the National Academy of Sciences is a testament to his remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication to science and the pursuit of new knowledge,” said Peter Mohler, executive vice president for research, innovation and knowledge.
Petty’s research focuses broadly on the factors responsible for changes in beliefs, attitudes and behaviors. He is best known for his role in developing the elaboration likelihood model, or ELM.
