research Experts

Colleen Hergott, PT, MEd, DPT

Department Chair and Associate Professor in College of Allied Health SciencesAugusta University

Dr. Hergott is a licensed physical therapist who specializes in aging and exercise.

Jessica Smith Schwind

Assistant Professor of EpidemiologyGeorgia Southern University

Jessica Smith Schwind researches emerging infectious diseases in global health settings

Christopher Deeney

Director and Distinguished Scientist at the Laboratory for Laser Energetics | Professor of Electrical and Computer EngineeringUniversity of Rochester

Deeney is an expert in high-energy-density physics and laser technologies.

Ruogu Fang

Associate Professor | Associate DirectorUniversity of Florida

Ruogu Fang works on artificial intelligence-empowered precision brain health and brain/bio-inspired AI.

Johannes DeYoung

Assistant ProfessorCarnegie Mellon University

Johannes DeYoung is an internationally recognized artist and filmmaker who works at the intersection of computational & material processes.

Jeffery Talbert, PhD

Department Chair and Professor in Medical College of GeorgiaAugusta University

Dr. Talbert's research is focused on public health informatics, evidence-based policy, and health care outcomes.

Amy Nobile

Best-selling Oprah-featured Co-author

Best-selling co-author, Oprah-featured books - "I Was A Really Good Mom Before I Had Kids," "I'd Trade My Husband for a Housekeeper"

Serdar Ozturk, Ph.D.

Associate ProfessorMilwaukee School of Engineering

Dr. Ozturk’s interests include biotechnology, chemical engineering, surface and interfacial chemistry, microfluidics, and material science.

Paul Licato

Adjunct Associate ProfessorMilwaukee School of Engineering

Paul Licato is an expert in the physics and clinical applications of medical imaging.

Jake Jo

Assistant Professor in the Practice of Organization & ManagementEmory University, Goizueta Business School