A Florida State University faculty member has been recognized by the Association for Psychological Science (APS) for her research into bias and snap judgments made when individuals first meet.

Assistant Professor of Psychology Irmak Olcaysoy Okten has been named a 2024 Rising Star by APS, a recognition of early-career researchers whose innovative work has already advanced the field and promises continued research excellence. Olcaysoy Okten is among 70 rising stars selected worldwide this year and is the 10th FSU faculty member to receive the recognition.