- Email:
- ericlars@indiana.edu
- Department:
- Psychological and Brain Sciences; Program in Neuroscience
- Campus:
- IU Bloomington
- Major:
- Clinical Science; Neuroscience
- Graduation year:
- expected 2027
- Hometown:
- Fishers, IN
Eric is a first-year graduate student working toward Ph.D.s in Clinical Science and Neuroscience. He graduated in 2020 from Indiana University with a BS in Psychology and Clinical Psychological Science.
Eric’s research employs neuroendocrinological (cortisol, alpha-amylase), psychophysiological (ECG, EDA), and neuroimaging (fMRI) techniques to study the relationships between substance use and trauma with a particular focus on the role of biological and behavioral stress responsivity in these phenomena. His current research areas include:
- Stress responsivity in frequent cannabis users
- The effects of trauma exposure and substance use on distress tolerance
- Insular and prefrontal roles in stress
During his time at IU, Eric has been supported by the following grants and awards:
- Rebec Family Neuroscience Fellowship
- IU Program in Neuroscience Fellowship
When not in the lab, Eric enjoys drinking coffee, following baseball, and hanging out with his German Shepherd/Pitbull mix Ares!