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Susan AtheyView profile

Professor

• Economics of Technology
• Antitrust Economics
• Machine Learning
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Susan Athey is the Economics of Technology Professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB), holding senior fellowships at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research and the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. She earned a BA in Economics, Mathematics, and Computer Science from Duke University and a PhD from Stanford GSB. Her research bridges economics and computer science, focusing on digital markets, antitrust policy, and AI-driven social impact solutions. She founded the Golub Capital Social Impact Lab to leverage technology for social sector innovation, developing tools like the CAREER model to analyze labor market dynamics. Her tenure as Chief Economist at the U.S. Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division led to updated merger guidelines integrating modern economic analysis. Athey has pioneered methods for causal inference and policy design, emphasizing iterative, data-driven approaches. Awards include the John Bates Clark Medal (2007), and she serves as President of the American Economic Association. Education: Bachelor of Arts: Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Duke University PhD: Stanford Graduate School of Business Research Interests: Economics of technology and digital markets Antitrust policy and merger analysis Machine learning applications in economics Social impact initiatives using AI Health and labor economics Causal inference and policy evaluation Lab Initiatives: The Golub Lab collaborates on projects like AI-driven educational apps, healthcare counseling tools (e.g., Cameroon contraception app), and job market models (CAREER). She teaches the Data-Driven Impact course, emphasizing practical experimentation in social interventions. Grants & Leadership: Led DOJ’s antitrust technology policy team, rebranded the Expert Analysis Group. Collaborates with PayPal, World Bank, and tech-focused NGOs. Her work integrates interdisciplinary teams to address systemic challenges in policy and technology.

• Multimedia Systems
• Networked Virtual Environments
• Media Synchronization
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Fernando Boronat is a researcher specializing in multimedia systems, media synchronization, and networked virtual environments. His work focuses on hybrid broadcast-broadband TV (HbbTV), inter-destination media synchronization (IDMS), and IoT integration for real-time applications. His research explores Adaptive media playout algorithms Distributed synchronization mechanisms Multi-screen and multi-user scenarios IoT for tele-assistance and port logistics Key publications span topics like Web-based synchronized viewing platforms , AIoT in maritime logistics , and self-adaptive cloud-edge architectures . Collaborations include experts in networking (Mario Montagud), wireless systems (Jaime Lloret), and healthcare (Pascual Escrivá). While his academic rank is explicitly listed as 'Researcher,' no formal university affiliation or departmental details are provided in the available data. His work bridges theoretical networking research with practical implementations in hybrid TV, port management, and elderly care systems.

John E WorthView profile

Professor

• Historical archaeology
• Ethnohistory
• Spanish colonial history
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John E. Worth is a Professor of Anthropology in the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities at the University of West Florida. He is a leading expert in historical archaeology and ethnohistory, with a focus on Spanish colonial interactions with Native American communities in the Southeastern United States, particularly in Florida and the Gulf Coast region. Worth earned his PhD in Anthropology from the University of Florida and holds an MA and BA from the University of Georgia. His academic career has centered on interdisciplinary research combining archaeological fieldwork with archival analysis of Spanish colonial documents. His research interests include historical archaeology, ethnohistory, Spanish colonial history, the study of Southeastern Indians, Spanish missions, and historical research methods. He has conducted extensive fieldwork on key colonial sites such as the Tristán de Luna 1559–1561 settlement—the oldest multi-year European settlement in the United States—and Mission San Joseph de Escambe (1741–1761). His work has significantly advanced understanding of Native American-Spanish interactions, mission systems, and colonial frontier dynamics. The trends in his scholarly publications reflect a deep engagement with colonial-era material culture, indigenous agency, economic exchange, and cultural hybridization. His research often bridges archaeology and ethnohistory, using both physical artifacts and historical documents to reconstruct colonial lifeways. Topics span from mission economies and inter-ethnic trade to the resilience of Native communities under colonial pressures. Rembert Patrick Award (1999) from the Florida Historical Association for The Timucuan Chiefdoms of Spanish Florida Worth has supervised numerous graduate students, including Danielle Dadiego, Patrick Johnson, and Michelle Pigott, many of whose theses contribute to the broader understanding of colonial Florida. He has directed UWF’s archaeological field schools since 2009, training students in field and laboratory methods. His research has been supported by institutional affiliations and collaborative projects, including extensive digital outreach through his faculty website and public archaeology initiatives. He leads the Pensacola Colonial Frontiers Project, which includes research on Mission San Joseph de Escambe and the Yamasee mission of San Antonio de Punta Rasa. His work involves collaboration with students, colleagues, and public audiences, and includes maintaining a comprehensive online archive of Spanish Florida documents, maps, and mission records.

• Building Energy Efficiency
• Indoor Air Quality
• HVAC Systems
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Dr. Spencer Maxwell Dutton is a researcher at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (University of California, Berkeley), focusing on building energy efficiency, indoor air quality (IAQ), and advanced ventilation systems. His work bridges computational modeling with real-world applications to improve energy savings, occupant health outcomes, and HVAC system performance. Dr. Dutton’s research includes: Modeling energy savings from low-energy cooling and natural ventilation Assessing health impacts of ventilation strategies Developing smart control algorithms for residential and commercial HVAC systems Integrating thermal energy storage and daylighting technologies His recent articles (2016–2022) explore smart ventilation control, air leakage mitigation, daylighting systems, and techno-economic frameworks for hybrid HVAC. Collaborators include experts in building science, energy systems, and environmental health. Dr. Dutton holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham, UK, with prior experience as a building energy consultant in London.

Amanda ColesView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Artificial Intelligence
• AI Planning
• Automated Planning
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Dr. Amanda Coles is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science at the Department of Informatics , King's College London , within the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences . She is a leading researcher in Artificial Intelligence Planning , focusing on temporal, continuous, and preference-based planning, with applications in robotics, space, healthcare, and autonomous systems. University: King's College London School: Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences Department: Department of Informatics Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer Email: amanda.coles@kcl.ac.uk ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1838-8301 Her research centers on advanced AI planning techniques, including planning under uncertainty, numeric and temporal reasoning, and explainability in planning systems. She investigates how AI can support decision-making in complex domains such as space robotics (e.g., ERGO, ADE projects), multimorbid patient management, and power systems. Her work often integrates constraint programming, heuristic search, and optimization to improve planner efficiency and expressiveness. Her recent publications (2019–2024) reflect a strong focus on explainable AI in planning, with user studies informing the design of interpretable planning systems. She also continues to advance core planning technologies, such as handling nonlinear change, disjunctive scheduling, and metastate abstractions. Her work bridges theoretical AI with practical deployment in real-world autonomous systems. EPSRC Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship (2010–2013) Invited speaker at IJCAI Early Career Spotlight (2016) Dr. Coles has led multiple externally funded research projects, including from EPSRC and the European Commission (e.g., ERGO, ADE, POLARIS), focusing on scalable planning, continuous change, and autonomy in robotics. She has edited major conference proceedings (e.g., ICAPS 2016) and co-developed influential planning systems like COLIN and PDDL+. She actively supervises research students and collaborates across disciplines, contributing to the development of trustable autonomous systems at King's College London. She is a key member of the Planning, Reasoning and Planning research group and the Trusted Autonomous Systems Hub , where her work supports the development of reliable, explainable, and efficient autonomous decision-making systems for future applications.

Jeanne Anne CarriereView profile

Assistant Professor

• School Psychology
• Clinical Psychology
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Dr. Jeanne Anne Carriere is an Assistant Professor in the Counseling and School Psychology Program at the Attallah College of Educational Studies, Chapman University. With over 30 years of experience as an educational psychologist, she brings deep expertise in school and clinical settings, particularly in autism and neurodevelopmental disorders. Her role involves teaching school psychology fieldwork and social-emotional assessment, mentoring Ed.S. students, and serving on doctoral dissertation committees in the Ph.D. in Education program. University: Chapman University School: Attallah College of Educational Studies Department: Counseling and School Psychology Program Academic Rank: Assistant Professor Email: carriere@chapman.edu Dr. Carriere’s research and practice focus on building collaborative home-school partnerships, conducting comprehensive evaluations of neurodevelopmental disorders, and improving psychoeducational report writing practices. She is a recognized expert in these areas, contributing to national best practices and delivering professional development at state, national, and international levels. Her recent scholarly work includes co-authoring a chapter on writing effective psychoeducational reports in the National Association of School Psychologists’ Best Practices in School Psychology (7th ed.) and working on the second edition of Writing Useful, Accessible, and Legally Defensible Psychoeducational Reports (Wiley, 2014). Her research on career development programs for autistic young adults demonstrates a strong commitment to evidence-based interventions that support postsecondary transition and workforce entry. Recent publications highlight a trend in applied, intervention-focused research aimed at improving outcomes for autistic youth. These works explore the efficacy of brief career development programs using strengths-based assessments like the MBTI and SII, with measurable impacts on postsecondary participation. The research bridges clinical practice with educational psychology, emphasizing collaborative models and practical tools for transition planning. Dr. Carriere has presented and provided professional development at multiple levels and is actively involved in advancing the field through scholarly contributions. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the provided texts, her authorship in leading publications and her ongoing research indicate significant professional recognition. She mentors Ed.S. students and supports doctoral candidates through dissertation committees, reflecting a strong commitment to training the next generation of school psychologists. Although specific grant details are not fully elaborated, her research on career development was funded by the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science at the University of California, Irvine (Grant UL1 TR001414), in collaboration with The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Her prior leadership role as Director of the F.A.S.T. program at UCI Health underscores her experience in managing multi-tiered service initiatives that integrate family, school, and clinical systems. Dr. Carriere is associated with the Families and Schools Together (FAST) team at The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders, UC Irvine, where she supervised the implementation of a 12-week career development workshop. This team-based, interdisciplinary approach reflects her collaborative model of practice and research, focusing on real-world applications for neurodiverse populations.

Samuel PetersonView profile

Professor

• Criminal Justice
• Crime and Violence Prevention
• Gun Violence
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Samuel Peterson is a policy researcher at RAND and a Professor of Policy Analysis at the RAND School of Public Policy. His work bridges academic research and real-world criminal justice policy, with a focus on public safety, law enforcement, gun violence, and community-based interventions. He is based in Los Angeles, CA, and collaborates with diverse stakeholders across the criminal justice system. His research interests span a broad spectrum of criminal justice topics, including gun violence prevention , policing reform , corrections and reentry , and victimization . He has led studies on firearm injury hospitalizations, police deflection programs, facial recognition regulation, and deputy subgroups in sheriff departments. His work often combines quantitative analysis with stakeholder engagement to inform policy. The 15 most recent articles reflect a consistent focus on public safety policy , data-driven policing , and equity in criminal justice . They span methodologies from data visualization and tool development to multi-site evaluations and policy synthesis, indicating a strong commitment to both scholarly rigor and practical application. Scientific Awards: No awards listed in the provided text. Samuel Peterson has extensive experience advising and leading research projects involving law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and government bodies. His work includes workshops, expert panels, and collaborative research initiatives. Notable projects include evaluations of ICE body-worn cameras, juvenile justice reform, and employment outcomes for returning citizens. While specific grants are not named, his research portfolio suggests sustained funding from policy-oriented institutions and foundations. His research is conducted through the RAND Corporation, a leading nonprofit research organization. He contributes to initiatives such as the Gun Policy in America project and has developed tools like the community-police dialogue exercise. His work often involves cross-disciplinary teams and partnerships with public safety stakeholders across the United States.

• Operations and Supply Chain Management
• Additive Manufacturing
• Hydrogen Supply Chain
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Mirco Peron is an Assistant Professor at NEOMA Business School specializing in Operations and Supply Chain Management , with a focus on Additive Manufacturing and Hydrogen Supply Chains . His research examines the economic and environmental implications of decentralized production, carbon tax policies, and blockchain-enabled pharmaceutical supply chain transparency. Best paper award at MIM2022 conference Contributing editor for Sustainable Futures journal Participates in EU-funded decarbonization projects for aluminum/glass industries Recent work analyzes Industry 4.0 integration frameworks, zero-emission aviation behavior shifts, and digital twin applications in spare parts supply chains. His publications span high-impact journals like International Journal of Production Economics and IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management . Collaborations include European hydrogen supply chain planning matrix development and pandemic-era additive manufacturing resilience studies. Current research explores cloud material handling systems, age-based maintenance models, and immersive technologies for assembly line ergonomics.

Miguel ArriagaView profile

Researcher

• Health Literacy
• Public Health
• Psychology
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Miguel Arriaga is a Researcher at the Católica Research Centre for Psychological, Family and Social Wellbeing (CRC-W), Universidade Católica Portuguesa. He holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Beira Interior, awarded in 2018, and has been actively engaged in research related to public health, health literacy, and social wellbeing. His work spans multiple interdisciplinary projects, including national and international collaborations focused on crisis response, digital health, and population health assessment. PhD in Psychology, University of Beira Interior (2018) His primary research interests include health literacy, public health, psychology, social sensing, healthy aging, quality of life, and crisis communication. Miguel’s work often integrates behavioral insights with data intelligence to understand public responses during health emergencies such as the COVID-19 pandemic. He has contributed significantly to the development and validation of health literacy instruments, including the HLS19-DIGI tool used across 13 countries. Recent publications reflect a strong focus on the behavioral aspects of pandemic compliance, digital health interventions for older adults, and the role of trust and fairness in public health messaging. His research employs diverse methodologies, from large-scale surveys to quasi-experimental studies and social sensing technologies. Prémio nacional de Saúde Publica Francisco George (2018) Miguel Arriaga has been involved in significant research grants and collaborative projects, including HLS-19, ResiliScence 4 COVID-19, and studies on vaccination intentions and social prescribing. He frequently presents at academic and policy forums, contributing expert insights on health literacy and crisis management. He is also engaged in supervising research and mentoring early-career researchers within the CRC-W framework. His affiliations with the WHO Action Network M-POHL and participation in multi-country studies underscore his role in shaping evidence-based public health strategies. He collaborates closely with national health authorities and research teams across disciplines to advance social and psychological wellbeing.

• Generative AI
• Large Language Models
• Computer Vision
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Manuel Brack is an Applied Research Scientist at Adobe Firefly in San Jose, USA, with an adjunct research affiliation at hessian.AI in Darmstadt, Germany. His academic foundation includes a Ph.D. from TU Darmstadt's Machine Learning Lab where he specialized in generative AI systems. He co-founded the Occiglot research collective focused on open-source LLM development. Brack's research centers on large-scale generative models at the intersection of natural language processing and computer vision. His work addresses critical challenges in monosemanticity measurement , multilingual data curation , AI safety frameworks , and text-to-image generation ethics . He has pioneered techniques for bias mitigation in multilingual systems and developed novel architectures for memory-efficient language modeling. His publications reveal significant trends toward neuro-symbolic integration (DeiSAM), privacy-preserving mechanisms (CLIP identity attacks), and community-driven open science (Occiglot/Community OSCAR). The research consistently bridges theoretical innovation with practical deployment considerations for generative systems. Best Runner-Up Paper Award RBFM Workshop at NeurIPS 2024 (LlavaGuard) Best Paper Award at DPFM 2024 (Homoglyphs research) Brack actively contributes to open-source initiatives including Community OSCAR (345+ TiB multilingual dataset) and Occiglot (open LLM development). His work emphasizes ethical deployment through frameworks like Fair Diffusion for bias attenuation and Safe Latent Diffusion for content moderation, demonstrating commitment to responsible AI advancement.

Anne M. McAlisterView profile

Assistant Professor

• Engineering Education
• Engineering Identity
• Sociotechnical Thinking
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Anne M. McAlister is an Assistant Professor in the First Year Engineering Center at the University of Virginia. Her research focuses on engineering identity, teamwork development, and sociotechnical systems education, aiming to diversify and strengthen engineering education through inclusive practices. She holds a Ph.D. in Education and dual master's and bachelor's degrees in Systems Engineering and Chemical Engineering. Education: Ph.D., Education, University of Virginia M.S., Systems Engineering, University of Virginia B.S., Chemical Engineering, The Ohio State University Research Interests: Engineering Identity Development First-Year Engineering Experiences Sociotechnical Thinking in Education Equity and Inclusion in STEM Undergraduate Engineering Culture Her work emphasizes challenging barriers to success in engineering education and fostering sociotechnical competencies among early-career engineers. Publications Trend: McAlister's articles analyze engineering culture impacts on mental health, graduate student role identities, inclusive pedagogies, and K-12 STEM integration. She frequently collaborates on studies involving NGSS-aligned curricula and teacher support strategies. Teaching: Courses include ENGR 1010 (Engineering Foundations 1), focusing on foundational engineering skills and career development.

Liane IoannouView profile

Research Fellow

• Cancer Research
• Quality of Care
• Quality of Life
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Dr. Liane Ioannou is a Senior Research Fellow and Victorian Cancer Agency (VCA) Mid-Career Research Fellow at the School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University. She is based within the Cancer Research Program led by Professor John Zalcberg, where she leads a supportive care research program focused on improving quality of life for patients with upper gastrointestinal cancers. Her work centers on the development and implementation of clinical quality registries and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in real-time clinical settings. Bachelor of Science (Hons), double major in Genetics and Psychology, Monash University PhD in Medicine, Monash University, 2013 Dr. Ioannou's research interests lie at the intersection of cancer care, public health, and patient-centered outcomes. She specializes in registry science, quality of care assessment, and supportive oncology. Her work leverages large-scale data collection to evaluate and improve healthcare delivery for cancer patients, particularly in upper gastrointestinal and thyroid cancers. She has a strong focus on patient-reported outcomes and is pioneering the integration of real-time symptom monitoring into clinical workflows. Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on clinical quality registries, PROMs implementation, and consensus-based quality indicators in pancreatic and upper gastrointestinal cancers. These works demonstrate her leadership in translating research into practice through registry-based interventions and evidence generation. Victorian Cancer Agency (VCA) Mid-Career Research Fellow Dr. Ioannou leads multiple research projects as Primary Chief Investigator, including the PROpatient trial and national registry initiatives. She is actively involved in grant-funded research and collaborates across institutions and disciplines. She currently serves as a Chief Investigator on multi-institutional projects and accepts PhD students for supervision. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to good health and well-being. She is affiliated with the Upper Gastrointestinal Cancer Registry (UGICR) and the Australian and New Zealand Thyroid Cancer Registry (ANZTCR), contributing to national efforts in cancer surveillance and quality improvement.

M Louise BurtView profile

Research Fellow

• Marine Mammal Ecology
• Acoustic Monitoring
• Environmental Statistics
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M Louise Burt is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Research into Ecological & Environmental Modelling (CREEM), part of the School of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of St Andrews, UK. She is actively engaged in statistical ecology and environmental modeling, with a strong focus on marine mammal conservation. Her work integrates acoustic and aerial survey data to estimate population abundance and assess environmental impacts. Her research interests span marine mammal ecology, passive acoustic monitoring, environmental statistics, and conservation biology. She applies advanced statistical methods, including Bayesian analysis, to wildlife population estimation and behavioral response modeling. Her work contributes directly to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life below water and climate action. The recent articles highlight a consistent focus on marine species monitoring, particularly cetaceans, using passive acoustics and digital aerial surveys. Key themes include population abundance estimation, foraging behavior disruption due to sonar, and integrating diverse data sources for robust ecological inference. The research emphasizes statistical rigor and real-world conservation applications. Dr. Burt has contributed to significant collaborative efforts, including expert systems for population survival prediction and multi-institutional monitoring projects. While no formal awards are listed, her work has been referenced in policy sources and disseminated through conferences and public datasets, indicating impact beyond academia. She has organized the International Statistical Ecology Conference and contributed to major reports for the Scottish Government. Her work involves close collaboration with governmental and international research bodies, supporting evidence-based wildlife management and marine spatial planning. Her research is centered at CREEM, a leading institution in ecological modeling, where she works within a multidisciplinary team advancing statistical methods for environmental monitoring and conservation assessment.

• Environmental Decision Making
• Climate Risk
• Adaptation and Resilience
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Dr Simon Jude is a Reader in Environmental Decision Making at the Cranfield Environment Centre, Cranfield University. His research integrates environmental science, engineering, computing, and policy to develop tools and frameworks for improved decision-making under uncertainty. He leads the Cranfield University Urban Observatory (UKCRIC/EPSRC) and previously led the Decision Science Group and the NERC/ESRC DREAM Centre for Doctoral Training. He is a member of the Office for Environmental Protection's College of Experts, highlighting his influence in environmental governance. Research Interests: Climate risk, adaptation, and resilience in infrastructure and communities Development of urban observatories and living laboratories using sensor technologies Marine environmental risks related to climate change and renewable energy Natural capital accounting and environmental informatics Transdisciplinary and stakeholder-led environmental decision science His recent publications (2019–2024) show a strong trend in applying data analytics, machine learning, and network modeling to urban water systems, climate adaptation governance, and marine spatial planning. He frequently collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across environmental science, engineering, and social science domains. Scientific Leadership and Grants: Lead, Cranfield University Urban Observatory (UKCRIC/EPSRC) Former Centre Manager, DREAM CDT (NERC/ESRC) Former Leader, Decision Science Group, Cranfield Environment Centre Member, Office for Environmental Protection’s College of Experts He has secured and led major research initiatives funded by UKRI councils (NERC, ESRC, EPSRC) and collaborates with key agencies including DEFRA, Environment Agency, and water utilities. While no formal awards are listed, his leadership roles reflect recognition of his scientific contributions. He advises PhD students through doctoral training programs and supervises research on climate adaptation, risk, and urban systems. He has no listed part-time status and is actively engaged in research, policy, and academic leadership.

Joseph DonaldsonView profile

Associate Professor

• Extension Education and Community Engagement
• Program Evaluation and Research Methodologies
• Career Development in Agriculture
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Joseph Donaldson is an Associate Professor and Director of Undergraduate Programs in the Department of Agricultural and Extension Education at North Carolina State University. He leads the Extension Education major/minor programs, advising Agricultural Science undergraduates and collaborating with statewide Extension initiatives. His roles include curriculum development, program evaluation, and professional development for Extension agents. Donaldson has held leadership positions in national organizations like the National Association of Extension 4-H Agents and the American Evaluation Association. Education: BS in Agricultural and Extension Education (University of Tennessee), MS in Agricultural and Extension Education (Pennsylvania State University), PhD in Educational Psychology and Research (University of Tennessee). Research focuses on Extension program evaluation, career pathways in agriculture, and adult learning strategies. His work emphasizes bridging educational theory with practical agricultural applications, particularly in youth development (4-H programs) and community engagement. Recent studies explore agricultural career perceptions among community college students and capacity-building for Bangladeshi farmers. Publications (2010-2024) highlight program evaluation methodologies, Extension professional competencies, and STEM education outreach. Key themes include improving Extension education quality, aligning curricula with workforce needs, and leveraging technology for youth engagement. 2024 NC State Outstanding Teacher Award 2023 AAAE Distinguished Extension Educator 2015 National Extension Professional of the Year Advising and grants: Coordinates NC State’s Extension Summer Internship Program and Career PACCS initiative for community college students. Collaborates with Tennessee Extension on performance appraisal systems and volunteer training frameworks. Labs/Teams: Leads the Undergraduate Programs unit, collaborating with agricultural education faculty to enhance program rigor and relevance. Active in cross-institutional initiatives like Explore BiGG Data’s STEM mentoring network.