research Experts

Professor Alan Goddard

Professor of Biotechnology and Head of BiosciencesAston University

Prof. Goddard has a particular interest in applying fundamental findings about the cell membrane and its constituent lipids and proteins.

R. Helen Zha

Assistant Professor, Chemical and Biological EngineeringRensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Develops biohybrid and bioinspired materials for applications in human healthcare and sustainability.

Amanda Cooper, Ph.D.

Assistant ProfessorUniversity of Connecticut

Dr. Cooper's research interests fall at the intersection of interpersonal, family, and health communication.

Hao Feng, M.D., M.H.S., FAAD

Associate Professor of DermatologyUniversity of Connecticut

Dr. Feng is a board-certified dermatologist with training and expertise in Mohs surgery, laser surgery, and cosmetic dermatology.

Trisha L. Andrew

Professor of Chemistry and Chemical EngineeringUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst

Trisha L. Andrew is a materials scientist whose work focuses on wearable devices, smart garments and textile dyeing/finishing.

Yanping Ma

Professor of Mathematics, Statistics, and Data ScienceLoyola Marymount University

Seaver College of Science and Engineering

Melissa Powell, PhD

Professor of SociologyAugusta University

Dr. Powell-Williams' research interests include domestic violence victim advocacy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gene Hoyt, M.S.

Expert in mobile applications and information systemsFlorida Gulf Coast University

Gene Hoyt has managed organizational technology domestically and internationally.

Lynsey Steinberg, MSMI, CMI

Director of Academic EntrepreneurshipAugusta University

Lynsey Steinberg is a strategic innovator who connects education, entrepreneurship, and cross-sector partnerships to turn ideas into impact.

Trevor Zink, Ph.D.

Professor of Management and Sustainability, College of Business AdministrationLoyola Marymount University