Nicky Rycroft

Dr Nicky Rycroft

20132025

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Overview

I am a senior lecturer in Psychology and Deputy Head of the Division of Psychology. I am also a member of the Centre for Addictive Behaviours Research. I joined LSBU in 2005 having previously studied for my D.Phil in Experimental Psychology at the University of Sussex. My teaching includes first year lectures in biological and applied psychology and teaching psychopharmacology to final year undergraduate and MSc students.

Research Interests

My research all falls within psychopharmacology, or the study of how drugs affect both brain function and behaviour. I am currently involved in projects exploring the perceived risks of both cognitive enhancers and recreational drugs, the effects of nicotine on the rewarding value of non-drug related stimuli, the role of peer influences on vaping and access to substance use therapy in LGBTQ+ populations.

Additional Responsibility


Chair of the School of Applied Sciences Ethics Committee

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being

Education/Academic qualification

D.Phil Experimental Psychology

2002 → 2006

BSc (Hons) Psychology, first class

1998 → 2001

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