Experimental Analysis of Human Behavior - ABAI Special Interest Group

10/15/2026

✨ Three People, One Question

Some experiences stay with us long after they happen, shaping how we think, work, and grow.

For our second edition, we asked Diego Iván(PhD), Anna Kate Edgemon (PhD), and Andrew R. Craig (PhD):

💭 “What is one career experience that left a lasting impression on you?”

Three people, three unique experiences, and three stories worth sharing!

Swipe through to discover their answers! 👀

10/01/2026

📣 Calling all researchers interested in creativity!

The submission deadline for the EAHB Special Issue, Creativity as Behavior: Advancing the Experimental Study of Generative Responding, is February 1, 2027.

Have a manuscript that could be a good fit? We’d love to see your work!

Questions can be directed to the Guest Editors, Dr. Miriam Garcia Mijares and Dr. Adrienne Jennings.

📅 Submission Deadline: February 1, 2027
📖 Issue Publication Date: August 1, 2027

09/22/2026

✨ New series: 3 People, 1 Question

In each edition, we’ll ask three different members of our community the same question and bring their perspectives together.

To kick things off, we asked Tom Critchfield (PhD), Erik Arntzen (PhD), and Kyleigh Montague (MSc): "What makes a good research question?"

Three people, three perspectives, one question at the heart of every research project. Swipe through to read their responses — and let us know what you think makes a research question a good one! 👇

08/22/2026

📣 The EAHB SIG is looking for its next Future President (Vice-Chair)!

We are excited to invite applications from members interested in helping guide the SIG, collaborate with colleagues across the globe, and contribute to the continued growth of the experimental analysis of human behavior community.

The Future President will serve a two-year term (October 2026–October 2028), working alongside the President and other officers, coordinating the Student Paper Competition, and preparing to transition into the President role during the second year.

A background in experimental analysis of human behavior is expected (PhD preferred), along with strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. You do not need to hold a faculty position to apply.

📅 Application deadline: September 1, 2026.
📩 Send your CV + brief motivation letter to [email protected] with Subject: FUTURE PRESIDENT APPLICATION.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity with them!

08/18/2026

Meet the nominees for the 2027 EAHB SIG Distinguished Contributions Award!

Five outstanding individuals have been nominated for their lasting contributions to the Experimental Analysis of Human Behavior — and now we want to hear from you!🗳✨

Want to cast your vote? Join the EAHB SIG listserv to receive the voting link and rank your choices.

📩 Email [email protected] with:
SUBSCRIBE EAHB FIRSTNAME LASTNAME

🗓️ Voting closes September 11, 2026.

Help us celebrate excellence in EAHB and choose who you’d be excited to see recognized at ABAI 2027! 💫

08/01/2026

Last day to submit your nomination!

🏆 Nominations are now open for the 2027 EAHB-SIG Distinguished Contributions Award!

This award celebrates behavioral scientists whose outstanding and long-term contributions have helped shape the Experimental Analysis of Human Behavior. Presented annually at the ABAI convention, it is a meaningful opportunity to recognize and honor exceptional work within our field. ✨

Know someone whose contributions deserve to be celebrated? Submit your nomination by August 1, 2026:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQZNfOJRg9Re3ia22y1zXCbmggkMBXZ4WcYppyrHXVXBJ8kg/viewform

07/31/2026

📬 The July EAHB-SIG Newsletter is now available!

We invite you to explore the latest news, opportunities, and updates from our community. If you are not yet subscribed, now is a great time to join and receive future editions directly.

To subscribe, email [email protected] with the message:
SUBSCRIBE EAHB FIRSTNAME LASTNAME

We hope you enjoy this month’s edition!

07/19/2026

Ever wondered how a banking mix-up, an antique-store find, and a little EAHB humor became part of SIG history? 🎩

Discover the story behind the iconic EAHB-SIG fez, as documented by Dr. Michael Perone, and stay tuned for an extended version in our July newsletter!

📩 To join the EAHB-SIG listserv and receive future updates, email [email protected] with the message: SUBSCRIBE EAHB FIRSTNAME LASTNAME

A small mistake, a lasting tradition, and plenty of EAHB history along the way. ✨

07/15/2026

🏆 Nominations are now open for the 2027 EAHB-SIG Distinguished Contributions Award!

This award celebrates behavioral scientists whose outstanding and long-term contributions have helped shape the Experimental Analysis of Human Behavior. Presented annually at the ABAI convention, it is a meaningful opportunity to recognize and honor exceptional work within our field. ✨

Know someone whose contributions deserve to be celebrated? Submit your nomination by August 1, 2026:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQZNfOJRg9Re3ia22y1zXCbmggkMBXZ4WcYppyrHXVXBJ8kg/viewform

06/21/2026

Behavior analysts don’t gossip. We just discuss behavioral histories. 💁💬