Sex Educator / Professor

Dr. Nicole McNichols

University of Washington professor and evidence-based sex educator. Her research shows that satisfying intimate relationships improve physical health and overall wellbeing.

Known For

Evidence-based sex educationSexual health research

Canon

Dopamine Reward Prediction Error

Curious

Shared Novel Activities Build Stronger Romantic Bonds Than Physical Attraction

Curious

Episodes

#Keeping the Spark Alive – Long-Term & Aging (a/k/a How to Maintain Great Sex) | Dr. Nicole McNichols Part 3Feb 21, 2026 #The Science & Mechanics of Pleasure (a/k/a How to Have Great Sex) | Dr. Nicole McNichols Pt. 2Feb 19, 2026 #369Your Guide to Better Romance, Sex, & Love From the #1 Sex ProfessorFeb 12, 2026 #What is Great Sex: Myths About Sex, and What Separates Good Sex and Bad Sex! | Dr. Nicole McNicholsFeb 12, 2026