Faglige interesser
Daniel Quintana is an Associate Professor at the Department of Psychology, University of Oslo and Core Researcher at the KG Jebsen Center for Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Oslo University Hospital/University of Oslo. His main research interest is the investigation of biological systems that link psychosocial factors to health, with a focus on neuroendocrine systems and the autonomic nervous system. His research group uses various research approaches, including intranasal oxytocin trials, large-scale genetics studies, neuroimaging, and the collection of autonomic nervous system data. His other research interest is meta-science, which is the evaluation and improvement of research methods in psychology.
Forskningsprosjekter
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Deciphering the role of the oxytocin system in mental traits and physical health
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An oxytocin treatment trial to improve social skills in youth with autism
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Unravelling the role of oxytocin in behavioural flexibility
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Investigating oxytocin system dysfunction as a common link between metabolic and psychiatric symptoms in severe mental illness
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Uncovering the role of oxytocin in neural plasticity and learning in autism
Priser
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University of Oslo Prize for Young Researchers (2022). An institution-wide prize awarded for "his research on the hormone oxytocin and its importance for physical and mental health".
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The International Society for Psychoneuroendocrinology (ISPNE) Dirk Hellhammer Award (2022). An annual international prize awarded to a distinguished young investigator in the field of psychoneuroendocrinology.
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Royal Norwegian Society of Sciences and Letters Award for Young Researchers - The I.K. Lykkes Prize (2021). A national prize awarded for "improving the field's understanding of the function of oxytocin in human behavior and physiology".
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Clarivate Web of Science Highly Cited Researcher award (2021 and 2020)
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Rafaelsen Young Investigators Award, International College of Neuropsychopharmacology (2016)