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Prof. Dr. Kevin M. Beaver

Judith Rich Harris Professor of Criminology · College of Criminology and Criminal Justice · Florida State University

Academic focus & active research

Prof. Dr. Kevin M. Beaver is an international authority in biosocial criminology, investigating the interplay between molecular genetic vulnerabilities, environmental socialization, and chronic delinquent trajectories.

Biosocial Criminology Behavioral Genetics Neurobiological Correlates of Crime Longitudinal Life-Course Research

Supervision & prospective applicants

Scholars preparing thesis research, graduate admissions, or collaborative inquiries at Florida State University should consult the department directory for current lab openings, funding availability, and research prerequisites.

Department / Faculty
College of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Primary Field
Biosocial Criminology
Campus Location
Tallahassee, Florida, United States

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