local Experts

William Hahn, Ph.D.

Assistant ProfessorFlorida Atlantic University

William Hahn researches neural networks and deep learning.

Jessica Winter

Professor of Biomedical, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering | College of EngineeringThe Ohio State University

Biomedical expert, revolutionizing our knowledge of the relationship between nanoparticles and biology

Simon Medcalfe, PhD

ProfessorAugusta University

Dr. Simon Medcalfe is an economist with an emphasis on sports economics, social determinants of health, and the local economy.

Tim Derdenger

Associate Professor of Marketing and StrategyCarnegie Mellon University

Sarah DeYoung

Associate Professor, Sociology & Criminal JusticeUniversity of Delaware

Prof. DeYoung's expertise is in maternal and child health in crisis and disaster settings, with a focus on infant feeding in emergencies.

Gina Rippon

Professor Emeritus of Cognitive NeuroimagingAston University

Professor Rippon uses brain-imaging techniques to study sex/gender issues in neurotypical and autistic populations.

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.

Samar Ali

Research Professor of Political Science and LawVanderbilt University

Expert in the intersection of conflict mediation, national security, economic development and human rights.

Stephen Rich

Professor of Microbiology and Director of the New England Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases (NEWVEC)University of Massachusetts Amherst

Stephen Rich studies zoonotic diseases, with a focus on tick-borne diseases and human malaria. He is the director TickReport.

Amy Gravino

Relationship CoachRutgers Center for Adult Autism Services

Professional Speaker, Autism Sexuality Advocate, Author, and President, A.S.C.O.T Consulting