research Experts

Martin Kang, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Business Analytics, College of Business AdministrationLoyola Marymount University

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.

Riqiang Yan

Professor and Chair, Department of NeuroscienceUniversity of Connecticut

Professor Yan is an expert in neurodegenerative diseases, specializing in identifying the biological culprits behind Alzheimer’s disease.

Shaunté Duggins

Associate DirectorUniversity of Florida

Shaunté Duggins focuses on early literacy, teacher education, and professional development, particularly in high-poverty schools.

Lily Elefteriadou

ProfessorUniversity of Florida

Lily Elefteriadou is an expert on traffic flow theory and traffic operations.

Monica Escaleras, Ph.D.

Associate Professor and Director of the Business and Economics Polling InitiativeFlorida Atlantic University

Monica Escaleras is an expert in natural disasters and political economy.

Robin R. Wang

Professor of PhilosophyLoyola Marymount University

Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts

Margaret Freeberg, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical EngineeringVCU College of Engineering

Dr. Freeberg's research focuses on pulmonary mechanobiology, cell metabolism, and fibrosis.

Matthew Bandelt

Assistant Professor and Associate ChairNew Jersey Institute of Technology

Professor Bandelt focuses on cement-based composites to improve the behavior, durability and environmental impact of concrete structures.

Daniel Smith-Christopher

Professor of Theological StudiesLoyola Marymount University

Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts