The Stanford Prison Experiment was conducted by psychologist Philip Zimbardo in 1971 at Stanford University.

the Stanford prison experiment

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Philip Zimbardo was the lead researcher in the Stanford prison experiment, which he designed and supervised. He played a significant role in shaping the study's methodology and overseeing its implementation.

The Stanford prison experiment had been conducted from August 14 to August 20 and was a study of the psychological effects of becoming a prisoner or prison guard. 24 male students were selected with roles of prisoners and guards in a mock prison.