Rob Klein is a Ph.D. candidate in Developmental Psychology at Cornell University. His research focuses on self-concept development during adolescence and young adulthood, with an emphasis on gender and sexual identity, psychological well-being, and the unfolding of identity processes over time. Rob conducts research using community-based participatory methods and is committed to producing work that is pragmatic and serves a wider community. In parallel with his academic training, he has maintained a meditation practice for 15 years, which informs his interest in mindfulness-based and identity-affirming approaches to supporting adolescent well-being. He is grateful to dedicate his work to serving humanity.
This profile was last updated on December 15, 2025
