collaborative Experts

Sascha Usenko B.S., Ph.D.

Professor of Environmental Science. Director, Environmental Science Graduate ProgramBaylor University

Environmental chemist focused on transport, transformation & forensic fingerprinting of anthropogenic contaminants in aquatic ecosystems

Sheku Kamara

Dean of Applied ResearchMilwaukee School of Engineering

Sheku Kamara's is an expert in additive manufacturing (3D printing) systems, materials and processes; and design for additive manufacturing.

Jason Jamerson

Assistant ProfessorLouisiana State University

Jason Jamerson is a multidisciplinary artist working at the intersection of experiential narrative and the forefront of digital media.

Bridge Zhao

Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer EngineeringLoyola Marymount University

Develops human-centered AI for safer, more sustainable mobility—from human behavior to intelligent vehicles and transportation networks.

Greg Garner

Design and Computational Thinking LeadThe Friday Institute

I work with teachers, instructional coaches, principals, and district-level teams to create new models of learning.

Matt Bethel

Assistant Director of Research, Louisiana Sea GrantLouisiana State University

Dr. Bethel has 20+ years of experience in the application of geospatial technology for trans-disciplinary studies.

Roderick L. Carey

Associate Professor, Human Development and Family SciencesUniversity of Delaware

Prof. Carey's research serves to make sense of the school experiences of black and Latino adolescent boys and young men in urban contexts.

Karen Hamberg

Vice President, StrategyWestport Fuel Systems

Clean-technology and clean transportation executive

Michael Mattarock

Associate Director and Assistant Teaching Professor, Information Networking InstituteCarnegie Mellon University

Michael Mattarock develops and implements strategies to enhance the national security research portfolio.

Reshma Shah

Professor in the Practice of MarketingEmory University, Goizueta Business School