Gender research is one of CIMCYC's hallmarks. It examines the psychological foundations and brain correlates of discrimination and gender-based violence, often through major international collaborations. This research has shown that difficulty recognizing gender discrimination and violence is related to ideological variables, prejudiced beliefs and myths, as well as gender-based power asymmetries.
In the area of intimate partner violence against women, we have made significant contributions to understanding the role of individual, interpersonal, and broader structural factors in predicting violence. Our research on structural brain differences in female victims is internationally recognized. This work has also been transferred to society, for example, through the first national survey on intimate partner violence in El Salvador.
CIMCYC researchers have also made important contributions to the study of other forms of violence against women, such as sexual assault and street harassment. In addition, we are contributing to efforts to address the challenges posed by sexism and gender discrimination.