Harris Rubin a PhD candidate, received his B.A. from York University in 2006. Harris’ research interests are primarily focused on dyadic processes associated with ideals and emotional experiences in close relationships. Some of his other research interests include accuracy and bias in relationship judgments, the relation between intimacy and relationship passion over time, and the role emotions play in regulating social exchange in close relationships

Melanie MacEacheron a PhD student, is a new addition to the lab. She received her MSc from McMaster University in 2009, based on a thesis examining marital surnaming attitudes and practices. Her primary research interest is the intersection of (1) sex differences in psychology, and (2) the law. Her research has a strong evolutionary perspective. Other of her research interests include intimate partner violence, and female mating choice.

Sarah Stanton (Ph.D. Candidate) received her B.Sc. from Northwestern University and her M.Sc. from the University of Western Ontario. Her research interests include attachment, self-regulation, forgiveness, and psychophysiology and health.