Science Experts

Bryan E. Penprase, PhD

DeanSoka University

Professor Penprase is Dean of Faculty and Professor of Science.

Quasar Absorption Line SpectroscopyArchaeoastronomyObservational AstrophysicsAstrophysicsAstronomy

Sam Bentley

Professor and Billy and Ann Harrison ChairLouisiana State University

Dr. Bentley's research interests include coastal and marine sedimentology.

Predictive ModelingMarine SedimentologySediment RadiochemistryCoastal SedimentologyBioturbation

Sarah Neville

DirectorOpen Line Communications

A speaker, educator and diversity & inclusion specialist. Sarah helps people bridge difference through powerful, authentic communication.

Diversity and InclusionIntercultural CommunicationPresentation Skills TrainingLeadership TrainingCommunication

Wesley Meares

Professor of Public Administration | Director Master of Public AdministrationAugusta University

Academic and consultant specializing in the evaluation of neighborhood design, economic development, and community revitalization

Local GovernmentCommunity and Economic DevelopmentHousing Policy Public Policy

René Olivares-Navarrete, D.D.S, Ph.D.

Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering | D.D.S, National Autonomous University of Mexico | Ph.D., National Autonomous University of MexicoVCU DEPT OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

Olivares-Navarrete’s research focuses on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine approaches for Craniofacial and Orthopaedic needs.

Tissue EngineeringStem Cell Biology and EngineeringBiomaterials for Craniofacial and Musculoskeletal TissuesImmunomodulation and ImmunoengineeringWnt Signaling in Morphogenesis Healing and Regeneration