research Experts

David C. Hess, MD

Interim Executive Vice President for Research and Innovation and Dean of the Medical College of GeorgiaAugusta University

Dr. David C. Hess, a stroke specialist, educator, and entrepreneur, is dean of the Medical College of Georgia.

Dek Terrell

Director Center for Economics, Business, & Policy ResearchLouisiana State University

Dr. Terrell is working with state agencies on numerous projects related to Louisiana's economy.

Anatoly Zhuplev, Ph.D.

Professor of Management, College of Business AdministrationLoyola Marymount University

Julie Cafley

Senior Vice PresidentPublic Policy Forum

Julie Cafley is a frequent speaker and commentator on issues relating to higher education leadership and governance.

Allison Karpyn

Professor, Education; Senior Associate Director, Center for Research in Education and Social PolicyUniversity of Delaware

Prof. Karpyn can speak to topics such as obesity, food policy and community nutrition.

Katherine Kortes-Miller

Assistant Professor, School of Social Work and Palliative Care Division Lead, Centre for Education and Research on Aging and Health (CERAH)Lakehead University

An unconventional death educator and researcher with a passion for palliative care and improving end of life care for all

Joseph G. Ouslander, M.D.

Professor of Geriatric MedicineFlorida Atlantic University

Joseph Ouslander, M.D., is an internationally recognized geriatrician and a leader in the advancement of quality care for older adults.

Samantha Brady, PhD

Research Scientist, MIT AgeLabMIT Center for Transportation & Logistics

Dr. Brady's research focuses on the intersection of longevity and the changing nature of work.

Casey Cobb, Ph.D.

Neag Professor of Educational PolicyUniversity of Connecticut

Dr. Cobb's current research interests include policies on school choice, accountability, and school reform.

Eva Buckner

Assistant Professor | State Extension SpecialistUniversity of Florida

Eva Buckner researches mosquitoes and mosquito control efforts.