pandemic Experts

Rebecca Spencer

Professor of Psychological and Brain SciencesUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst

Rebecca Spencer is one of the nation's leading researchers exploring the relationship between sleep and brain function.

Steven Carnovale, Ph.D.

Associate ProfessorFlorida Atlantic University

Steven Carnovale is a supply chain strategist specializing in interfirm networks, risk management and global sourcing/production networks.

Ana Santos Rutschman, SJD, LLM

Professor of Law; Faculty Director, Health Innovation LabVillanova University

Professor Rutschman, SJD, LLM, researches topics in health law, biotech, innovation policy, patent law and law and technology.

Aidin Namin, Ph.D.

Professor of Marketing Analytics, College of Business AdministrationLoyola Marymount University

Lance Hunter, PhD

Professor of Political ScienceAugusta University

Dr. Lance Hunter examines how digital technology and AI are reshaping democracy and political behavior.

Johnny Nhan

Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and ProfessorTexas Christian University

Nhan's research focuses primarily on technology and policing - cyber security, police culture and collaborative security networks.

John R. Pollard, M.D.

Director, ChristianaCare Epilepsy CenterChristianaCare

Dr. Pollard is an expert in treatment of drug resistant epilepsy in adults.

Elaine Power

Associate Professor School of Kinesiology & Health Studies, Queen's University

Teaches social determinants of health. Researches food insecurity. Advocates for basic income. Dreams of the day when food banks can close.

Erin Calipari

Associate Professor of PharmacologyVanderbilt University

Expert in the neuroscience of mental illness and addiction, including gender differences.

Matthew D. Kim, Ph.D.

Professor of Preaching and Pastoral Leadership | Holder of the George W. Truett Endowed Chair in Preaching and Evangelism | Director of the PhD in Preaching ProgramBaylor University

Award-winning author and editor of several books on preaching and ministry.